National Gallery of Australia

National Gallery of Australia

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  • Address: Parkes Place, Canberra
  • Hours: Open daily 10am - 5pm. Closed Dec 25
  • Admission: Free. Special exhibitions may have an admission fee

National Gallery of Australia
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The National Gallery of Australia has a stunning permanent collection of Australian and international art, and hosts traveling exhibitions. 

The permanent collection focuses on four areas: Australian art from colonial to contemporary, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, Asian and Indian art, and art from across the globe. 

Sidney Nolan’s Ned Kelly series of paintings are prominently displayed near the entrance to the gallery, and Australian Impressionists such as Tom Roberts and Arthur Streeton are also well represented. 

Step outside to the sculpture garden to admire works by a range of artists, including Rodin’s Burghers of Calais.

Latest Reviews

5 star rating: Highly Recommended Review by john b, April 2013
Doing what: Canberra 1-Hour Sightseeing Bus Tour

This trip was arranged from the U K, the questions emailed to John Williams were answered by return. His tour round Canberra was first class, a very memorable experiance.

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5 star rating: Highly Recommended Review by Jai P, January 2013
Doing what: Canberra Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour

The pick up and drop off at different locations was on time and driver was very friendly and knowledgeable too. Overall, had a very good time. Thank you.

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5 star rating: Highly Recommended Review by Geoff S, August 2012
Doing what: Canberra Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour

Excellent - so much easier than driving - the tour was well run - on time and the host driver was great. I managed to see more attractions in my one day available than I would have been able to see over a weekend if I had to drive myself.

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Practical Info

The National Gallery of Australia is in Canberra’s museum precinct, Parkes Place, overlooking Lake Burley Griffin.

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