Visit

Gallery Map

View and download the Gallery Map. Plan your visit and discover highlights of what's on display. Printed maps are also available when you arrive at the National Gallery.

The Collection

The Gallery’s evolving collection comprises over 155,000 works of art, including the world’s largest collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. Its heritage-listed Brutalist building has expansive exhibition galleries located across three levels.

Sculpture Garden

Located on Lake Burley Griffin, the Gallery grounds encompass the Sculpture Garden and the Australian Garden. The gardens feature almost 30 works of art by prominent sculptors, including James Turrell’s stupa-form Skyspace — one his most elaborate – and Fujiko Nakaya’s immersive fog sculpture.

Art Store

The Art Store features a unique range of products, books and gifts, including artist collaborations and art-inspired exclusives. Located on the Ground Level near the main entrance, self-service cloaking is also available at the Store. Open 10am – 5pm, every day except Christmas Day.

Dining

Visit the Street Café for great coffee, delicious sweet and savoury snacks and light lunch options. During major exhibitions enjoy lunch in the Gallery's Dining Room.

Kids & Families

The National Gallery is family friendly and offers a range of experiences for the whole family. Take a trail of the Sculpture Garden (lakeside) or come along to our monthly Super Sunday events. We also have a range of inclusive public programs designed to inspire creativity and learning.

Members Lounge

Members and their guests can relax in the Members Lounge, overlooking the Sculpture Garden (lakeside) and Lake Burley Griffin. Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee as you browse a range of the Gallery’s exhibition catalogues. Another great reason to become a Member!

Research Library & Archives

Our specialist art library houses the most comprehensive collection of visual arts literature in Australia, documenting the history of our nation’s art and culture. We welcome visiting researchers by appointment.

Location

The National Gallery is on Ngunnawal and Ngambri Country, on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. In the Parliamentary Triangle at the heart of Kamberri/Canberra, the Gallery is easily accessible by car, bus, bike and on foot.

Parkes Place, Parkes, Kamberri/Canberra ACT 2600, Australia.

Parking

Underground paid parking is accessed via Parkes Place. Payment for parking is by card only, and is free from 5pm for after-hours events, or for those with a valid disability parking permit.

Accessible parking is available in the underground parking station. The eight reserved accessible spaces are close to lift access, bringing you to the main entry. Present your parking ticket and disability parking permit at the front desk in the main foyer at the end of your visit for validation.

On weekends and public holidays free parking is available off Bowen Drive.

Public Transport, Taxis and Rideshares

Bus routes 2 and 6 travel via Barton. The closest stop is at John Gorton Building Parkes Place, a 6-minute walk to the Gallery. See Transport Canberra for timetable information.

Taxis and rideshares can drop you off right at the Gallery’s main entrance on Parkes Place (off King Edward Terrace).

Bike and Walking

There are bicycle and walking paths around Lake Burley Griffin and through the Sculpture Garden (lakeside). The Gallery is also walking distance from the National Portrait Gallery, National Library of Australia, Old Parliament House (Museum of Australian Democracy) and Questacon.

Bike racks are available on Parkes Place near the main entrance and close to the Sculpture Garden (lakeside).