Tours

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Embark on a captivating journey of learning during one of our regular guided tours or request a tailored guided visit for a small group.

Collection Tours

Our friendly and knowledgeable Voluntary Guides share their unique insights into the highlights of the National Gallery’s collections and special exhibitions from Australia and across the globe. These one-hour tours run twice daily.

Always free, bookings are recommended with limited walk-up spots available on the day. Secure your spot by visiting Collection Tour for tour times and availability.

Private Tours

For something individual, organise a personal tour just for you and your group. Voluntary Guides can tailor a bespoke tour to your group’s specific interests or a special exhibition of your choice. Make sure you let us know all relevant details at your booking enquiry and we will do our best to accommodate.

Contact the Tours Coordinator on +61 2 6240 6588 for more information. Fees apply.

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Guided Tour

Collection Tour

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Daily, 10.30am & 2pm

Make the most of your visit with a free one-hour guided tour of the Gallery.

Wheelchair Accessible

For Adults

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Creative learning is a life-long pursuit. With our range of learning opportunities, you’re sure to find the perfect spark for your imagination.

Members Events

Members Guided Tour: Sculpture Garden

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Sat 28 Oct 2023, 1pm

Guided Tours

Forty years of guiding

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Still guiding today, Volunteer guide Kerin Cox looks back at the very first days of guiding visitors through what would become the National Gallery.

Read Time 7 minutes
Student Program

Self-guided visit

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Introduce your students to the National Gallery of Australia’s collection.

Exhibition Guide

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Explore Making it Modern room by room and learn more about the influential women at the heart of the exhibition.