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Diamond tiara from Cartier Exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne.
Cartier diamond necklace at National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition.
Cartier diamond snake necklace at National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne Winter Masterpieces® exhibition.
Cartier opal and diamond bracelet featured in Melbourne Winter Masterpieces at National Gallery of Victoria.
Cartier diamond and emerald necklace at National Gallery of Victoria exhibition, Melbourne.
Cartier tiara with blue gemstones at National Gallery of Victoria exhibition in Melbourne.

Melbourne Winter Masterpieces® Cartier Exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria Tickets

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  • Explore Cartier’s legendary creations at NGV International in the CARTIER: Melbourne Winter Masterpieces® 2026 exhibit.

  • See over 300 extraordinary objects, from precious jewels and historic gemstones to iconic watches and clocks.

  • Learn the stories behind Cartier icons like the panther brooch, Tank watch, and mystery clock through rare drawings and objects.

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  • Explore Cartier’s legendary creations at NGV International in the CARTIER: Melbourne Winter Masterpieces® 2026 exhibit.

  • See over 300 extraordinary objects, from precious jewels and historic gemstones to iconic watches and clocks.

  • Learn the stories behind Cartier icons like the panther brooch, Tank watch, and mystery clock through rare drawings and objects.

from
AU$43
Black and white portraits of two individuals at the National Gallery of Victoria's Women Photographers exhibition.
Dancer in flowing dress captured mid-movement, featured in Women Photographers (1900-1975) at National Gallery of Victoria.
Two people sitting on an outdoor mattress, reading a newspaper, with bicycles in the background.
Children wearing masks on a stoop, part of the Women Photographers (1900-1975) exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria.
Woman in polka dot dress and hat looking out a window, part of the National Gallery of Victoria exhibition.
Abstract view of Eiffel Tower structure, featured in Women Photographers (1900-1975) exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria.
Women washing clothes by a river, shadows cast by a bridge, part of the National Gallery of Victoria exhibition.
Woman with children, part of Women Photographers (1900-1975) exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria.

Women Photographers 1900–1975: A Legacy of Light Exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria Tickets

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  • Step into the world of pioneering women photographers at NGV International in Women Photographers 1900–1975: A Legacy of Light.

  • See works by Berenice Abbott, Lola Álvarez Bravo, Claude Cahun, Marcel Moore, Imogen Cunningham, Olive Cotton, and others.

  • Explore portraiture, fashion, documentary, avant‑garde, photomontage, and landscapes reflecting culture and social change.

  • Experience images documenting suffrage, urban life, modernist experimentation, and international perspectives from 1900–1975.

More details

  • Step into the world of pioneering women photographers at NGV International in Women Photographers 1900–1975: A Legacy of Light.

  • See works by Berenice Abbott, Lola Álvarez Bravo, Claude Cahun, Marcel Moore, Imogen Cunningham, Olive Cotton, and others.

  • Explore portraiture, fashion, documentary, avant‑garde, photomontage, and landscapes reflecting culture and social change.

  • Experience images documenting suffrage, urban life, modernist experimentation, and international perspectives from 1900–1975.

from
AU$25

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.

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

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180 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3006, Australia

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What our guests say

Danielle D

Australia
Group
2 weeks ago

+1 more

Coming together with friends who all enjoy fashion and style. The exhibition was well worth the flight from Brisbane to attend.

National Gallery of Victoria Tickets: 2025-26 Westwood | Kawakubo Exhibition

Sue N

Australia
Couple
2 weeks ago

+3 more

Fabulous exhibition, beautifully displayed, however it was hard to read the large informational material on the walls, when the letters were a similar colour to the background colour, made worse by the dim light at these areas. The visit was a present for my friend'S 77th birthday and she's also thoroughly enjoyed it.

National Gallery of Victoria Tickets: 2025-26 Westwood | Kawakubo Exhibition

Joan E

Australia
Solo
2 weeks ago
bought tickets on line, easy, and then strolled in with phone e ticket ...I'm not a usual NGV customer, but I really ejoyd this facinating exhibit

Women Photographers 1900–1975: A Legacy of Light Exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria Tickets

Gavin L

Australia
Solo
3 weeks ago
I have a long and passionate interest in photography and I thought this era of 20th century photography would be both historical and important. It was both and I loved the many different subject matters, themes and the various materials and processes used to capture their images. I would thoroughly recommend this exhibition to anyway with a passing interest in the hisory of phototgraphy and photography as an art form

Women Photographers 1900–1975: A Legacy of Light Exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria Tickets

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