Tourism Experiences

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Art is for all of us. It allows us to see the world in ways that expand our minds, provoke our ideas, ignite our imaginations.


At the National Gallery we strive for cultural experiences that surprise, that disrupt convention, that deepen our understanding of the human condition and the world we live in.

CONTACT

For bookings and enquiries contact tourism@nga.gov.au

PRICING

PRIVATE GUIDED TOURS

three people are standing in front of a large painting on canvas hanging on a wall

Installation view of Jackson Pollock, Blue poles, 1952, purchased 1973, © Pollock-Krasner Foundation. ARS/Copyright Agency

60 OR 90 MINUTES

MIN 2 PAX OR MIN SPEND

  • FIRST NATIONS
  • AUSTRALIAN ART
  • INTERNATIONAL COLLECTION

Our knowledgeable guides provide unique insights and perspectives on the national collection.

Immerse yourself in the richness and diversity of the collection and gain a deeper understanding of the significance of these works.

PRIVATE TOURS WITH HANDS-ON WORKSHOP

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FIRST NATIONS

120 MINUTES

MIN 4 PAX OR MIN SPEND

Join a private tour of the First Nations collection and delve deeper with a hands-on workshop experience.

Delivered by our First Nations team, immerse yourself in the power of art to connect with Country and place, Culture and people.

DRAW TO DISCOVER: EXPLORING ART THROUGH DRAWING

90 MINUTES

MIN 4 PAX OR MIN SPEND

Explore the National Gallery collection like never before with our unique experience that uses drawing as a tool for discovering art.

Join us as we experiment with drawing techniques and processes to uncover the meaning and technique behind selected works of art.

FEAST OF ICONS

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TOURISM AUSTRALIA
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
FEAST OF ICONS

3.5 HOURS

MIN 12 PAX OR MIN SPEND

Exclusive after-hours tour, join an expert guide where stories of iconic works from the National Gallery’s extraordinary collection are shared.

Arrive at the Skyspace Garden to the sounds of live music. Enjoy a cocktail inspired by James Turrell’s within without, together with canapés and a sumptuous locally-sourced grazing table.

Once nestled in the garden, take your place at the extravagant and beautifully dressed table, where a bespoke three course dinner will be served, featuring dishes and local wines curated and paired to embody the works of art within the surroundings.

Some experiences will be delivered on weekdays only. Each experience has a minimum pax or minimum spend, a 4 week booking lead time, subject to availability, and block out period may apply.