Museums and Historical Places To Go in Canberra

Canberra Historical Attractions

ACT Communities Online – See Heritage, History, and Genealogy for a list of major and community events in the ACT.
Australian National Maritime Museum
Australian War Memorial
Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House is a living museum of social and political history, located in a nationally listed heritage building in Parkes, Canberra. The Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House helps people to understand Australia's social and political history by interpreting the past and present and exploring the future.
Historic Houses Trust of NSW information on the events, collections, and key historical buildings, including museums, that the Trust is responsible for within NSW.
The National Capital Authority Attractions information on historical attractions and events managed by the National Capital Authority, including The National Capital Exhibition, Commonwealth Place, Reconciliation Place, Old Parliament House Gardens, and Anzac Parade.
National Gallery of Australia
National Film and Sound Archive
National Library of Australia
National Museum of Australia
Old Parliament House
Parliament of Australia
Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre

Tours to Book Online

Skip the Line: National Dinosaur Museum General Admission Ticket, Nicholls
Duration: 1 to 2 hours
General admission to the National Dinosaur Museum includes admission to the museum exhibitions, interactive areas, dinosaur garden and to browse through Canberra's largest display of fossils, minerals and natural crystals in the extensive gift shop. The museum's exhibits include over 50 lifelike dinosaur models plus fully interactive animatronic dinosaurs which take you on a journey through time, from Earth's very beginnings to some of the most recent animals. Follow the evolution of life and discover just how successful the dinosaurs were. Children can participate in a free fossil hunt to receive a prize, then enjoy colouring-in, puzzles and other interactive activities The dinosaur garden offers great photo opportunities to get up close and personal with some of your favourite dinosaurs including a 20 metre long T Rex! There are free guided public tours (with admission) during ACT school holidays and on Saturdays and Sundays at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm and 3 pm

Skip the Line: National Dinosaur Museum Family Ticket, Nicholls
Duration: 1 to 2 hours
The family ticket offers a discounted rate for families of a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children, or 1 adult and 3 children. A child is classified as ages 4-12 inclusive, infants 3 years and younger are free of charge

Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily), Canberra
Duration: 2 to 3 hours
Discover where Australia's stories come alive at the National Museum of Australia with the Ultimate Museum Experience. Join the Building and Architecture Tour at 10am, enjoy lunch and a drink at our stunning lakeside cafe after your tour and then indulge at the Museum Shop with a $20 shopping voucher.

First Australians Tour | 3pm Daily, Canberra
Duration: 1 hour
FIRST AUSTRALIANS TOUR departs at 3pm daily. Visit the National Museum of Australia and experience the world's oldest living cultures of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The First Australians Tour provides an insight into Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' history, cultures, spirituality and connections to country, with a focus on the First Australians gallery. The best way to see and experience the National Museum of Australia is to take a guided tour. Our highly knowledgeable guides bring the objects to life by explaining the history and stories behind them. Guided tours in languages other than English are available by advanced notice, please email bookings@nma.gov.au

Building and Architecture Tour | 10am Daily, Canberra
Duration: 1 hour
BUILDING AND ARCHITECTURE TOUR departs at 10am daily. The best way to see and experience the National Museum of Australia is to take a guided tour. On this wonderful Building and Architecture tour, you will discover the amazing stories that have come together in the incredible structure that is, the National Museum of Australia. You will learn about the many hidden meanings in the museums unique building, design and landscape. Our highly knowledgeable guides bring the stories to life! Guided tours in languages other than English are available by request. Please wear appropriate footwear for walking outside.

Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily), Canberra
Duration: 2 to 3 hours
Discover where Australia's stories come alive at the National Museum of Australia with the Ultimate Museum Experience. Join the Museum Highlights Tour at 1pm, enjoy lunch and a drink at our stunning lakeside cafe before your tour and then indulge at the Museum Shop with a $20 shopping voucher.

Museum Highlights Tour | 1pm Daily, Acton
Duration: 1 hour
MUSEUM HIGHLIGHTS TOUR departs at 1pm daily. The best way to see and experience the National Museum of Australia is to take a guided tour. The Museum Highlights Tour offers an excellent introduction to the Museum's galleries and is a great way to enhance your experience at the Museum, especially if you're short on time. Our highly knowledgeable guides bring the objects to life by explaining the history and stories behind them. Guided tours in languages other than English are available by request.

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