National Museum of Australia National Museum of Australia, Lawson Cres, Acton ACT 2601, Australia

The National Museum of Australia explores the land, nation and people of Australia. Focus on Indigenous histories and cultures, European settlement and our interaction with the environment.

Information Desk

See the Information Desk inside the Museum entrance for:

• tickets and tours
• what’s on and special offers
• free wheelchair, scooter and stroller hire
• maps in English, Mandarin, German and more
• storing bags, umbrellas, baby backpacks or any item where one side is larger than 30 cms

Free wi-fi

Wi-fi is free across the Museum. We also have free recharge stations.

Cafe and shop

The Museum Cafe is open from 9am to 4.45pm. The Museum Shop is open weekdays from 10am to 5pm and weekends from 9am to 5pm. There is an ATM in the Hall.

Accessibility

Parking: 

• Free access parking spaces are available near the Museum’s main entrance.

Wheelchair and motorised scooters:

• Bring your own or use one of ours, available from the Information Desk. We suggest booking 24 hours in advance, phone +61 2 6208 5110. 

Lifts: 

• All areas are accessible by lifts with audible voice messages about direction and gallery levels.

Hearing loops: 

• Personalised hearing loops are available for all guided tours. We have hearing induction loops in our theatres and at the Information Desk. There is an audio non-bank ATM in the Hall.

Large print and tactile guides: 

• Maps and Garden of Australian Dreams guides are available for free loan.

Guided tours and activities: 

• Tours are available in a range of languages. Our access team runs tailored workshops and can help organise participation in all Museum activities.

Assistance animals: 

• Trained, registered and visibly identified assistance animals are welcome when accompanied by their handler