At the Melbourne Museum, you’ll get an opportunity to explore the real history of Victoria. The museum showcases everything about the state; including its natural environment, cultural history, local communities and urban growth.
Those driving to Melbourne Museum should head towards Nicholson Street and look out for the famous Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens, as the Museum is nestled within their grounds. There is daily underground parking available for an hourly fee.
Melbourne Museum Entry Prices, Address & Opening Hours
Some of the main highlights of the museum include its life-size skeleton of a blue whale, the largest animal on the planet as well as one of the biggest collections of Aboriginal artefacts in Australia. The site also features an IMAX theatre, where visitors can enjoy a documentary or feature film on one of the biggest movie screens in the country.
Importantly, the Melbourne Museum also has a Children’s Gallery which is all about children learning through play. The exhibitions are all about sight, touch and smell and children are encouraged to participate in scheduled events which change almost weekly.
The temporary exhibitions at the museum are constantly changing, so you’re advised to check the event calendar to learn more about the current and upcoming events. If you love history, animals or anything relevant to Australia, then visiting Melbourne Museum is a must.
Get to the Melbourne Museum via tram #86 or #96 and alight at the corner of Nicholson and Gertrude Streets. Alternatively, you can catch the free City Circle tram to Victoria Parade or take the city loop train and alight at Parliament Station with a short 10 minute walk to the venue.
Where is the closest parking?
Hi John,
There is actually a car park located under the Melbourne Museum itself, that is open 7 days a week from 5:30am to midnight daily.
You can enter via Rathdowne Street or Nicholson Street.
Thanks
Michael
i am a pensioner,how much will it cost me?The Melbourne Museum that is.
Hi Brian,
Entry to the Melbourne Museum is free if you have a Health Care Card, Pension Card, Veterans Affairs Card or a Seniors Card.
Please note that additional charges do apply for some of the temporary exhibitions and special events. So if you intent to just visit the permanent exhibits, there should be no cost.
Thanks
Michael
I am a teacher with a membership can I get discount tickets for my family members
Hi Lynda,
A Museum Membership gives you unlimited free general entry for the membership holder. If you want to get your family in as well, you can purchase a Household Membership which would cover two adults and four children up to 16 years for $89.00.
Best regards,
Jess
i have a pension card along with my son (not senior cards) and my daughter is 11. Will we get entry for free?
Hi Tracey,
These cards entitle you to free concession entry: Carer Card, Health Care Card, Pension Card, Student Card (Australian and International), Veterans Affairs Card, All government-issued Seniors Cards (Australian and International), Photo ID is required for all concession entry.
Best regards,
Jess
I have a Victorian Seniors Card – what would it cost me to visit the Melbourne Museum?
Hi Harry,
Great news! The Melbourne Museum is absolutely FREE with your Seniors Card. This gets you into the main museum area, the only things that cost extra are IMAX and any special exhibits showing.
Have a great time at the Melbourne Museum!
Kind regards,
Jess
Hi,
Im a tourist with my 5 year old daughter. We will stay for a while and plan to visit often.
How much do I need to pay for 1 time tickets for both of us?
And how much is the cost for membership? When do they expire?
Thanks
Hi Tran,
Children under 16yrs are free all day every day. Adults cost $14 for one admission.
A membership for an adult is $50 for an annual membership.
The membership will also gain you access to Scienceworks Museum (Williamstown) as well as the Immigration Museum (CBD).
You can find out more information here.
I hope this helps!
Kind regards,
Jess
Hi my autistic daughter is hoping to visit Museum with her carer, daughter has Companion card as well as concession card will there be any charge for them to enter and walk around, thanks.
Hi Denise,
No, wont cost a cent. Those with a concession are free and Companion Card holders can bring their attendant free of charge.
The only charges will be if she wants to go to IMAX or one of the special exhibitions. But the main museum is free for her.
I hope she has a wonderful time!
Kind regards,
Jess
Hi,
Can you buy tickets at the museum or online only? Thanks
Hi Sarah,
You can buy tickets at the door or online, it is entirely up to you! The only benefit to buying online is that you may be able to skip the ticket queue during busy periods by walking straight up to the entrance with your ticket printed or on mobile.
Best regards,
Jess
In order to enter Royal Exhibition Building, we need to buy ticket for Melbourne Museum right? Kindly confirm. Can we bring camera or mobile inside the museum?
Hi Miles,
The Royal Exhibition Building (REB) and the Museum are separate buildings (although within close proximity).
The REB hosts events and expos and is not open for general viewing. But you can take one of the guided tours which are held on most days at 2pm. The tours depart from the Melbourne Museum and cost $10 for adults, $8 for concession and $7 for children.
If you want to enter the museum, a separate ticket is required. You will be happy to know that cameras are permitted inside the museum.
Regards,
Jess
Hi, How much would it cost to enter Jurassic World for a family with 2 adults and 3 children? One of the children is 4 years old on concession pensioner card Thanks
Hi Shona,
The total cost will be $116. You will need to purchase a family ticket + one extra child.
A family ticket is $90 (2 adults and 2 children). An extra child is $22. Children are between the ages of 3 and 16yrs. There is also a $4 booking fee for booking online.
If you want to add IMAX to your tickets, the total cost will be $176. You can purchase tickets here.
Enjoy your day at the Melbourne Museum!
Regards,
Jess
I’m a health care card owner. How much do I need to pay for myself?
Hi Santhi,
People with Concession (including Health Care Card) are free to the museum.
If you are interested in special exhibitions; such as Jurassic World, you will need to pay admission for those separate exhibits – around $26.
Regards,
Jess
How much is a yearly family pass to the museum? Does this get you into other museums around Victoria? Does it also make it cheaper for any special shows on at the museum?
Hi Beryl,
A Museum Membership for a family (2 adults and 4 children up to 16 years) is $79 and will give you the following benefits:
1. Show your Museum Members card every time you visit for free general entry to Melbourne Museum, Immigration Museum and Scienceworks + express entry.
2. Museum Members receive discounted entry to touring exhibitions (varies depending on exhibition), Melbourne Museum car park, IMAX Melbourne, Lightning Room and Melbourne Planetarium at Scienceworks, Royal Exhibition Building tours, Museum shops and cafes.
3. Museum Victoria offers members an array of previews, programs and events every year not open to the general public. (Eg: special viewing sessions of Jurassic World Exhibition, members only screenings, etc)
4. Early bird information on upcoming programs and events
5. Pre-sale ticket opportunities
6. Reciprocal visiting rights to partner venues including (Australian Museum (Sydney), Australian National Maritime Museum (Sydney), Discovery Science and Technology Centre (Bendigo), Powerhouse Museum (Sydney), Questacon (Canberra), Science Alive! (Christchurch, NZ), Science Centre (Brisbane), Science Centre (Wollongong) and SciTech Discovery Centre (Perth).
If you are interested in purchasing the season pass, head to the Melbourne Museum website.
Regards,
Jess
Is there parking available for visitors? If so, please advise the cost.
Hi Zeya,
Yes there is parking available under Melbourne Museum. The car park is open 7 days a week from 6.00am to midnight daily. You can enter via Rathdowne Street or Nicholson Street.
The day rate for Monday to Friday is:
$12.00 0 – 1 hours
$22.00 1 – 2 hours
$27.00 2 – 3 hours
$32.00 3 – 4 hours
$37.00 4 – 5 hours
$42.00 5 – 6 hours
Maximum daily rate is $42.00
Weekend/public holiday rates are:
$16.00 Flat rate per day
There are also earlybird rates and night rates available at a discount. If you book online in advance, you can also get a discount. You may also find hourly parking along Rathdowne Street for approx $4.00 per hour.
Enjoy the museum!
Regards
Jess