Plan your visit

Open 9am to 5pm daily (closed Good Friday and Christmas Day)

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Getting here and parking

11 Nicholson Street, Carlton

Melbourne Museum is located in Carlton Gardens, opposite the Royal Exhibition Building. Visit us using public transport, bicycle or car.

Tickets

  • Additional charges apply for some temporary exhibitions and special events.

    Tickets Cost
    Adult $15.00
    Seniors1 $10.00
    Concession2 Free
    Child (up to 16 years) Free
    Museum Member Adult Free
    Museum Member Child (up to 16 years) Free
    Museum Member Concession2 Free

    1. Seniors tickets are available to the holders of an Australian Seniors Card where other concessions are not applicable.

    2. These cards entitle you to concession entry: Carer Card, Health Care Card, Pension Card, Student Card, Veterans Affairs Card. Companion Card holders can bring their attendant free of charge.

  • Museum Members can book their IMAX tickets online through the IMAX website or add an IMAX documentary to their museum ticket.

    Tickets Cost
    IMAX documentary (all tickets) $10.00
    Adult feature film3 $25.50–$29.00
    Concession2 feature film3 $21.50–$25.00
    Child (up to 16 years) feature film3 (IMAX Child Policy) $16.50–$19.50
    Family (2 adults and 2 children up to 16 years) feature film3 $84.00–$97.00

    2. These cards entitle you to concession entry: Carer Card, Health Care Card, Pension Card, Student Card, Veterans Affairs Card. Companion Card holders can bring their attendant free of charge.

    3. Discounted feature length film prices are not available on films listed as No Free Tickets (NFT), generally the first 11 days of release. Full pricing will apply during this time. Please check the film listings on the IMAX Melbourne website for details. Please note a surcharge will apply to select Hollywood Feature length movies throughout the year. Please check with the IMAX Box Office for details.

  • Free entry, does not include entry to Melbourne Museum.

    Road to Zero is a world first road safety education experience showcasing the latest in multi-sensory interactive technologies. Located on the Lower Ground floor, the exhibition is open to the general public.

    An education visit to Road to Zero is free of charge and is designed for secondary school groups (years 9, 10 and VCAL). It comprises two experiences: an immersive and exploratory exhibition and curriculum-linked programs in the purpose-built Learning Studio. To book a school program, please call the school bookings line on 13 11 02.

Map

Melbourne Museum Ground Level Map

View or download the latest visitor map to find your way around all three levels of Melbourne Museum.

Accessibility

We are committed to making our building, collections and exhibitions accessible to as many visitors as possible. Prepare for your visit with information about access and facilities at Melbourne Museum.

Itineraries

Not sure what to see? Let us guide you through the highlights and hidden gems of Melbourne Museum.

Dining

People dining in a restaurant
Mercury Restaurant at Melbourne Museum

Take a break from exploring the galleries with a range of dining options.

Shop

Open 10am to 5pm daily
Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day
+61 3 8341 7620

There’s something for everyone at the Melbourne Museum Shop, located in the main foyer. Our diverse range reflects the themes of the museum, with an emphasis on First Peoples and local products.

Can't visit the Melbourne Museum Shop? Our products are available online too!

Conditions of entry

Museums Victoria is committed to creating an accessible, inclusive and safe environment for visitors. 

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