Melbourne · MUSEUMS
The NGV is free and the queue outside is for the ticketed show. The 8 below cover Melbourne Museum, the sports museum at the MCG and the paid exhibitions worth booking a slot for.
At ArtVo in Melbourne’s District Docklands, you step into more than 100 3D paintings across 11 themed zones. A short English introduction shows you how to pose and photograph each scene, then you explore at your own pace. Allow one to two hours, and bring a friend for better photos.
“Make sure phone battery is fully charged, lots of photos taken. Very enjoyable and fun. Grandson enjoyed looking at the photos taken”
Enter the MCG at Gate 3 for a guided look at the pitch, changing rooms, press areas, and other normally restricted spaces. Guides such as Phil, David, and Bryan Kenneally bring strong sporting knowledge and personal stories. Your ticket also includes the Australian Sports Museum.
“Lots of information and the thrill of being behind the scenes . Take as many photos as you want and soak in the heritage and fun facts !”
Spend a full day at Melbourne Museum exploring Horridus, an exceptionally complete triceratops fossil, the Forest Gallery, Science and Life Gallery, Melbourne Gallery, Children’s Gallery, and Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre. English-language assistance is available, and the museum is wheelchair accessible.
Visit the Australian Sports Museum at Gate 3 of Melbourne Cricket Ground with a mobile ticket. Explore at your own pace, see sporting memorabilia, hear Shane Warne in a hologram display, and test your skills in the interactive Game On! zone. Allow one to two hours.
“Every thing, learnt heaps and my grandson was in another world, great fun, easy to get around , games were great”
At Melbourne Museum, Ryan Brickman McNaught’s world-first LEGO Star Wars exhibition brings iconic ships, battles, and characters to life with 8 million bricks. You can build starfighters and lightsabers, add to giant scenes, and turn your creations into a digital battle.
“Super fun and interesting seeing how it’s all put together. I’m not a huge star wars fan but my partner is, and it really is an Experience, we both had an amazing time!’”
Visit Melbourne’s Immigration Museum in the Old Customs House for a full day of access to permanent and temporary exhibits, the discovery center, and community gallery. Expect personal migration stories, identity themes, and cultural history. English support is available, and the museum is wheelchair accessible.
“Excellent! My grandchildren and I enjoyed the Notre-Dame exhibition, especially with the use of iPads for an interactive experience. The Joy exhibition was fun for all of us.”
Meet Sandy at Melbourne’s NGV for a 3.5-hour small-group lesson in art appreciation. Study about 30 Western paintings by artists including Rembrandt, Monet, Picasso, and Dalí, learn a simple method for reading art, and keep a laminated guide sheet.
“I learnt so much from Sandy. I love the handout that he provided. Such a succinct summary on early western arts and what to look out for when looking at an art piece. He puts me at ease and patiently answered all my questions. Definitely worth the money spent! Highly recommended”
Join a guide such as Ben for a 3.5-hour walk from Fed Square along the Yarra to Rod Laver Arena, Olympic Park, AAMI Park, and the MCG. The tour ends with entry to the Australian Sports Museum. Groups are capped at eight, making this a focused introduction to Melbourne’s sporting culture.
“Really great guys, very knowledgeable and they made the experience great. Highly recommend this tour for anyone”
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