National Gallery of Australia
Major art museum in Parkes featuring Australian, international, and Indigenous art collections in a striking modern building.
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Why it's worth checking out
For a comprehensive look at Australian art history and international works, with particular strength in Indigenous artistic traditions. The scale and range of the collection makes it a significant cultural destination.
Our take
The National Gallery of Australia is a large contemporary museum located in Parkes, Canberra, housing extensive collections of Australian and international artworks alongside a substantial Indigenous art collection. The building itself is architecturally notable.
Good to know
- Located in Parkes, adjacent to other Canberra cultural institutions
- The building is architecturally significant and worth viewing in its own right
- Indigenous art collection is a major focus
Best for
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- Thursday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- FridayToday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- Saturday
- 10:00 – 17:00
- Sunday
- 10:00 – 17:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 84
- Popularity
- 100
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
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Frequently asked questions
What types of art are in the National Gallery of Australia?+
The gallery houses Australian art, international art, and a substantial Indigenous art collection.
Where is the National Gallery of Australia located?+
The gallery is located at Parkes Pl E, Parkes, ACT 2600, in the heart of Canberra's cultural precinct.
Is the building worth visiting for its architecture?+
Yes. The National Gallery occupies an expansive modern building that is architecturally significant in its own right.
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