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The National Gallery of Victoria on St Kilda Road is Australia's oldest and most visited art museum, housing the permanent Australian and international collections for free, with ticketed temporary exhibitions and guided tours available. Find free permanent entry details, special exhibition tickets, and guided tour options here.
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Slide 1 of 17, Visitors viewing Margaret Preston paintings at the National Gallery of Victoria exhibition.
Visitors viewing Margaret Preston paintings at the National Gallery of Victoria exhibition.

National Gallery of Victoria: Margaret Preston Exhibition Entry Ticket

Explore at your pace

  • Step into Margaret Preston’s world with a pre-booked ticket to her exhibition at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia.

  • Explore Preston’s bold prints and paintings, shaped by Post-Impressionism, Japanese ukiyo-e, and Australian native flora.

  • See her work in the context of Australian modernism, with pieces that reveal her distinctive approach to art and design.

  • Discover works spanning Preston’s career, from early pieces to modernist prints and major commissions for international expositions.

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  • Step into Margaret Preston’s world with a pre-booked ticket to her exhibition at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia.

  • Explore Preston’s bold prints and paintings, shaped by Post-Impressionism, Japanese ukiyo-e, and Australian native flora.

  • See her work in the context of Australian modernism, with pieces that reveal her distinctive approach to art and design.

  • Discover works spanning Preston’s career, from early pieces to modernist prints and major commissions for international expositions.

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AU$35
Slide 1 of 20, Visitors on a guided tour at the National Gallery of Victoria viewing sculptures.
Visitors on a guided tour at the National Gallery of Victoria viewing sculptures.

Best of NGV Guided Tour at National Gallery of Victoria

1 hr

  • Discover NGV's most celebrated artworks on a one-hour guided tour led by expert storytellers with personal audio headsets.

  • See masterpieces by Picasso, Rembrandt, Monet, Dalí, Kusama and other renowned artists while uncovering the stories behind them.

  • Choose between NGV International highlights or Australian art with insights into First Nations symbolism and artistic traditions.

More details

  • Discover NGV's most celebrated artworks on a one-hour guided tour led by expert storytellers with personal audio headsets.

  • See masterpieces by Picasso, Rembrandt, Monet, Dalí, Kusama and other renowned artists while uncovering the stories behind them.

  • Choose between NGV International highlights or Australian art with insights into First Nations symbolism and artistic traditions.

from
AU$35

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Wear comfortable shoes. The gallery is extensive and you’ll want to explore every corner.

NGV offers free highlight tours every day (usually late morning and mid-afternoon). They’re the best way to navigate the vast collection without getting overwhelmed.

Arrive a few minutes early to enjoy the Waterwall. Kids love pressing their hands against it, and it’s a great photo spot before crowds build.

NGV International and NGV Australia are a 10-minute walk apart. Combine them for a full day: world art in the morning, Australian art in the afternoon.

The NGV Design Store is famous in Melbourne for creative gifts. Think art-inspired jewelry, design books, and limited-edition prints you won’t find elsewhere.

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About National Gallery of Victoria

The National Gallery of Victoria is one of Melbourne’s cultural cornerstones and a must-visit for anyone curious about art. From ancient artifacts to contemporary design, its collections trace creativity across continents and centuries. With headline-making exhibitions and a strong focus on Australia’s own artistic story, NGV stands out as the country’s most dynamic museum experience.

Address180 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3006, Australia
Also known asNGV
Year opened1968
Founded byAlfred Felton, Sir Roy Grounds
Visitors per year1500000

Did you know?

A large portion of NGV’s acquisitions come from the Felton Bequest (a bequest by Alfred Felton in 1904). Over the years, more than 15,000 works have been purchased through this fund.

The NGV International building is famously surrounded by a shallow moat and water features, part of a cohesive architectural vision to frame the gallery elegantly.

The recent Yayoi Kusama exhibition (2024–25) shattered NGV records: over 570,000 visitors, making it the most attended ticketed exhibition in NGV history and the highest attendance for a visual art show ever in Australia.

When Australia’s new National Gallery in Canberra was established, most state galleries dropped “National” from their names. NGV is the exception, officially retaining “National” in its name to this day.

The NGV is split across two sites: NGV International on St Kilda Road and The Ian Potter Center at Federation Square, which focuses on Australian art.

Why visit National Gallery of Victoria?

Australia’s oldest and largest art museum

Explore over 160 years of history and 70,000 works across NGV International on St Kilda Road and The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia at Federation Square.

The iconic waterfall entrance

Walk through sheets of cascading glass water, one of Melbourne’s most photographed landmarks, before entering the gallery.

World’s largest stained-glass ceiling

Gaze up at Leonard French’s breathtaking canopy in the Great Hall, a rainbow of shifting light that invites visitors to lie back and take it in.

Blockbuster exhibitions

Experience NGV’s famous Melbourne Winter Masterpieces series, which brings world-class exhibitions from major museums and artists each year.

Something for everyone

From interactive children’s spaces to cutting-edge digital art, NGV offers programs and exhibitions that connect with visitors of all ages.

Plan your visit

NGV International Main Entrance (St Kilda Road)

Located at 180 St Kilda Road, opposite Arts Center Melbourne, this entrance is marked by the iconic Waterwall façade, a must-see even before you enter. It offers full wheelchair accessibility, with ramps, wide automatic doors, and accessible ticket counters.

The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia Entrance (Federation Square)

Found in the heart of Federation Square, steps from Flinders Street Station. Visitors enter via Swanston Street or Flinders Street, with elevators, ramps, and accessible restrooms throughout. Clear signage directs you from the square to the gallery doors.

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