Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)

Overview

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English

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Discover where Australia's stories come alive at the National Museum of Australia with the Ultimate Museum Experience.

Join the Building and Architecture Tour at 10am, enjoy lunch and a drink at our stunning lakeside cafe after your tour and then indulge at the Museum Shop with a $20 shopping voucher.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Dietaries are catered for. Please advise at time of booking if required

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Present your either printed or electronic voucher (e-vouchers) with photo ID to matching the booking name in exchange for your activity. Without proof of purchase and photo ID, the Museum reserves the right to charge visitors for the cost of the tour per person.

On arrival, proceed to the Information Hub to redeem your voucher

Weelchairs, prams and motorised scooters are available for hire from the Information Desk

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

One glass of either wine/beer or soft drink or coffee/tea

Guided tour with Museum tour guide

A 10% off Museum Shop voucher (Discount applies to full-priced items, single transaction only)

Main Meal at the Museum Cafe. Open 9am - 4.45pm daily (breakfast and lunch served until 2.30pm)

The listed price does not include a parking fee, payable at the time of arrival to the Museum car park.

Food and drinks, unless specified

Admission to temporary exhibition with a charge (available for purchase)

What To Expect

National Museum of Australia

The National Museum of Australia is where Australia’s stories come alive. Located on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, with a stunning lake-side cafe and one-of-a-kind shop, the Museum provides an extraordinary place to explore the rich and diverse history and culture of Australia and its people and is a must see for every visitor to Canberra. Present your ticket at the Information Hub on arrival for the Ultimate Museum Experience that includes: 1) A Building and Architecture Tour (departing at 10am daily). This 1 hour guided tour offers guests the opportunity to discover the stories and meanings hidden in the museum building, design and landscapes. 2) After your tour, enjoy lunch with a local beer or wine at the Museum Cafe. Stunning architecture and spectacular views over Lake Burley Griffin create the perfect place to enjoy delicious seasonal fare or a tempting treat with family and friends. 3) A $20 shopping voucher to spend at the Museum Shop*. Discover a beautiful range of homewares, glassware, jewellery, Indigenous arts and crafts, toys, books, bath products, giftware and much more - everything we sell has a story to tell. *conditions apply

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Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)

Reviews

5.00

7 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Our tour guide Hugo was...
Kaylene P,
Jun 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our tour guide Hugo was very personable and informative. Being provided with some highlights of the history of the museum made much more sense and provided a much better understanding of the motivation and design of the building. We stayed on after the tour to explore the well-presented exhibits, which didn't disappointment. We enjoyed a great meal at the very popular Cafe. Overall, a very enjoyable experience/day.
Must have Museum
Grace J,
Jun 6, 2021
- Viator
5.00
All of it!! Tour guide Grahame was very knowledgeable and his enthusiasm was infectious... Cafe food was very tasty.. I recommend this ultimate tour..
Great way to spend an anniversary!
Pam C,
Apr 6, 2021
- Viator
5.00
Overall, this was a great way to celebrate our 13th anniversary. It was fun, easy and well organised. Loved our tour of the building. Our guide (Rebecca) was informative and funny and tailored the tour to suit our interests. After our tour we went through the (current) "Endeavour Voyage" exhibition. The dual perspective - indigenous vs European - was well presented, thought provoking and interesting. We enjoyed our complimentary meal at the cafe (nice food and fantastic views) and picked up a couple of fun items at the shop using our discount vouchers. Things to be aware of: 1. Plan your visit and allow enough time. The tour takes an hour. Get there at least 10 minutes early to pick up your vouchers and free book. The cafe is very popular and, depending on numbers, there may be significant delays. Our advice, just sit back and enjoy the views of the city and Lake Burley Griffin. 2. As of April 2021, COVID safety measures are still in place. Visitors 16 and over need to sign in using the "Check In CBR" app. If you want see the featured exhibition, you will need to book a free, timed ticket to assist with social distancing. You can do this on-line or ask the friendly staff at the reception desk. 3. Most of the tour takes place outside. Be aware there is a lot of standing about and taking a hat or umbrella (if required) is advisable. 4. If you have mobility or other issues, contact the museum for assistance. They have a good range of assistive services, including: hearing induction loops, braille maps, accessible parking spaces, etc. They can also provide free loans of mobility scooters and wheelchairs on request.
Lee our tour guide was very...
Maureen G,
Oct 3, 2016
- Viator
5.00
Lee our tour guide was very informative and gave us a good overall understanding of the highlights of the various galleries. Lunch was also good. Even though not included in the tour the exhibition The World in 100 Objects was fantastic. Both the Museums's gift shop and the Exhibition gift shop had some great books and gifts to purchase. Would highly recommend this experience to future visitors to Canberra.