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The exterior of the National Museum of Australia with a prominent sign. 1
A group of people standing indoors looking out at a lake with trees and hills in the background. 2
A railway crossing with red and white striped poles, a pedestrian overpass, and a building with signage. 3
A modern building with a yellow facade and a red sculpture in front. 4
A vintage car and camper trailer on display in a modern building with a high ceiling and geometric design. 5
By National Museum of Australia

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €12 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Discover the rich and diverse stories of Australia and its people
    • See the main highlights in the museum collections
    • Listen and learn from a local expert guide
    • Spend free time exploring by yourself after the tour

Activity location

    • Canberra
    • Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • National Museum of Australia, Lawson Cres, Acton ACT 2601, Australia. You must exchange your voucher at the ticket counter before the tour begins.
    • Acton, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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Canberra: National Museum of Australia Highlights Tour

  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 13:00
Price details
€12.26 x 1 Adult€12.26
Total
Price is €12.26

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    1 hour guided tour of the highlights
  • Inclusions
    Entry to the museum
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off

What you can expect

  • Meet your expert host at the National Museum of Australia and enjoy a guided tour of the permanent collections. The Museum has a diverse programme of exhibitions which are available all year round.

    Discover the essence of Australia at the National Museum of Australia on a 1-hour guided highlights tour. Led by a knowledgeable museum host, you’ll explore the nation’s most fascinating stories through objects, art, and interactive displays.

    Admire the museum’s award-winning architecture and gain insights into Australia’s people, culture, and history — from ancient Indigenous heritage to modern innovations. Perfect for first-time visitors or those short on time, this tour offers a captivating overview of the museum’s key exhibitions.

    After the guided tour, have free time to explore the entire museum as well as the Forecourt Garden. This stunning outdoor area offers a space to rest and reflect, or play and explore. It includes a Welcome to Country sequence, symbolic elements, mosaic plantings and an amphitheatre for performances and events. Over the year, the garden’s colours, smells and animal inhabitants will change with the seasons.

Location

Activity location

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    • Canberra
    • Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • National Museum of Australia, Lawson Cres, Acton ACT 2601, Australia. You must exchange your voucher at the ticket counter before the tour begins.
    • Acton, Australian Capital Territory, Australia