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Treasures of the Viking Age: The Galloway Hoard Exhibition Tickets

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Travel back to AD 900 and see the Galloway Hoard — over 90 Viking-age treasures unearthed after 1,100 years beneath Scottish soil.

Marvel at silver arm rings, gold brooches, heirloom relics and silk preserved through centuries of careful Viking craftsmanship.

Discover how these finds reveal connections from Scotland to Central Asia and reshape our understanding of Viking-era trade.

Explore Melbourne Museum’s vast galleries, from dinosaur fossils to First Peoples stories, all included with your ticket.

Fun fact: The Galloway Hoard’s careful burial preserved rare organic materials, including silk — a first for any Viking discovery.

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Richard T
Group
Verified booking
Dec 2025
The exhibition was very informative and well laid out with excellent displays and individual pieces that demonstrated the broad range of items in the hoard and the different eras and original areas the items were from.
Geraldine O
Solo
Verified booking
Dec 2025
The exhibition was great with lots of information. I particularly appreciated the 6 "closer look" manipulated images of 6 items as the actual relics are too small for my eyes to see the intricate details. I was not so impressed with museum staff.
Bill C
Couple
Verified booking
Dec 2025
Great to see treasure from sure along time ago
Donna S
Couple
Verified booking
Dec 2025
We went to see this on a Monday morning, before Chrisrmas holidays, so there weren't a lot of people there. Had time to read everything and examine the exhibits. Truly amazing. Unbelievable craftsmanship on show. Interactive screens make for an individualised visit, see as much as you want. The exhibit on the crystal bottle was long and could have been a video by itself. Would not like to be there with lots of people though, would have had to rush. Beautiful exhibition
Karen W
Group
Verified booking
Dec 2025
Easy access well presented exhibits with great information. So interesting to see these recently discovered treasures. Loved it all. The museum was welcoming and the staff were friendly and informative

Enjoy a journey back to Viking-age Scotland and see the Galloway Hoard. Your ticket also gives full access to Melbourne Museum’s iconic galleries.

Getting started

Begin your visit at Melbourne Museum’s main entrance. Present your e-ticket for smooth entry. Security checks are quick, and lockers are available. Once inside, you’re ready to explore both the Galloway Hoard and the museum’s permanent exhibitions.

What to expect

Treasures of the Viking Age: Step into the exhibition and see over 90 artefacts buried for 1,100 years, from gold jewellery and silver arm rings to rare textiles, revealing the lives of early medieval Scotland.

Features

Galloway Hoard: Check out the craftsmanship and stories behind each treasure, spanning Scotland, Europe, and Central Asia.

Our Wondrous Planet: Encounter Earth’s ecosystems, from lush rainforests to icy polar realms, and meet majestic animals up close.

First Peoples: Explore the history, culture, and traditions of Victoria’s Indigenous communities through artefacts, storytelling, and interactive displays.

Triceratops: Stand before Australia’s most complete Triceratops and explore the lost world of the Cretaceous.

Bugs Alive!: Observe insects, spiders, and other invertebrates in detailed displays and get hands-on with live exhibits.

Phar Lap: Meet Australia’s legendary racehorse and see objects from his extraordinary life.

The Melbourne Story: Experience Victoria’s past and present through interactive exhibits and over 1,200 state collection objects.

What to bring

Have your ID ready for a seamless experience.

What’s not allowed

Alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, controlled substances, outside food, and smoking are not allowed inside the venue.

The use of cameras, video cameras and mobile phones is prohibited in designated special exhibitions.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair accessible.

Wheelchairs are available free of charge from the foyer at Melbourne Museum for your visit.

Ramps and elevators are available at the venue for easy access.

Accessible parking spaces and lifts are available at various locations throughout the Museum, including Rathdowne Street Car Park, Nicholson Street Car Park, between the Museum Shop and Café, at the Triceratops: Fate of the Dinosaurs exhibition, and at the IMAX Theatre.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Melbourne Museum is an autism friendly museum, which provides maps of high and low sensory spaces, quiet times, social scripts and more.

Additional information

Facilities: Parking, toilets.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.