National Gallery of Victoria
Museum Gallery
4.7 (19033 reviews)
180 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3006, Australia
+61 3 8620 2222
Did You Know?
Oldest Art Gallery in Australia
Established in 1861, the National Gallery of Victoria is the oldest art museum in Australia, predating the foundation of the Commonwealth of Australia.
Most Visited Art Gallery in Australia
The National Gallery of Victoria is the most popular art museum in Australia and is ranked as the 15th most visited art gallery in the world with a staggering 2,668,000 visitors annually (2016).
Largest Suspended Stained Glass
Designed by Australian artist Leonard French, the Stained Glass Ceiling in the National Gallery of Victoria's Great Hall is the largest suspended piece of stained glass in the world. The awe-inspiring geometric masterpiece known as the Persian Rug of Light measures 60.9 x 15.24 meters and features 224 tiles in a kaleidoscope of colours.
Multiple Locations
The NGV houses an encyclopedic art collection across two sites: NGV International, located on St Kilda Road in the Melbourne Arts Precinct of Southbank, and the Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, located nearby at Federation Square.
Highlights from Reviews
• free admission to main collection
General entry to the permanent collections is free, making it an accessible and high-quality cultural experience for everyone.
• diverse art collections
The gallery boasts a wide array of art from various eras, cultures, and styles, including European masters, Indigenous Australian art, and contemporary design.
• impressive architecture
The building features iconic elements like the Waterwall and the Great Hall's stained-glass ceiling, creating a unique and immersive atmosphere.
• world-class exhibitions
NGV is renowned for its ambitious and well-curated 'blockbuster' exhibitions that change regularly, offering something new on each visit.
• accessible by public transport
The gallery is easily reachable by tram and is conveniently located in the city, making it simple to incorporate into a day out in Melbourne.
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