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

Explore at your pace

  • 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.

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AU$43
Slide 1 of 15, Visitors admiring Cartier necklace at NGV Friday Nights, National Gallery Victoria.
Visitors admiring Cartier necklace at NGV Friday Nights, National Gallery Victoria.
Silhouettes of two people entering Cartier Exhibition at National Gallery Victoria.
Visitor viewing Cartier exhibit at National Gallery Victoria during NGV Friday Nights.
Cartier tiaras on display at NGV Friday Nights, National Gallery Victoria.
NGV Friday Nights sign for Cartier Exhibition at National Gallery Victoria.
Cartier jewelry display at NGV Friday Nights, National Gallery Victoria.
Cartier tiara on display at NGV Friday Nights, National Gallery Victoria exhibition.
Live performance at NGV Friday Nights, Cartier Exhibition, National Gallery Victoria.
Guests enjoying drinks at NGV Friday Nights, Cartier Exhibition, National Gallery Victoria.
Visitor examining Cartier exhibit at National Gallery Victoria during NGV Friday Nights.
Visitors viewing Cartier jewelry display at NGV Friday Nights, National Gallery Victoria.
Cartier tiara on display at NGV Friday Nights, National Gallery Victoria.
Crowd enjoying NGV Friday Nights at Cartier Exhibition, National Gallery Victoria.
Guests toasting at NGV Friday Nights, Cartier Exhibition, National Gallery Victoria.
Crowd outside National Gallery Victoria for NGV Friday Nights Cartier Exhibition.

Friday Nights Cartier Exhibition Tickets at National Gallery Victoria

Explore at your pace

  • Experience NGV Friday Nights with after-hours access to the Cartier and Ragnar Kjartansson exhibitions alongside live entertainment.

  • Explore world-class art by night while enjoying live DJs, music performances, and a vibrant gallery atmosphere.

  • Make it a complete evening with exhibition entry, after-hours gallery access, and food and drinks available to purchase.

More details

  • Experience NGV Friday Nights with after-hours access to the Cartier and Ragnar Kjartansson exhibitions alongside live entertainment.

  • Explore world-class art by night while enjoying live DJs, music performances, and a vibrant gallery atmosphere.

  • Make it a complete evening with exhibition entry, after-hours gallery access, and food and drinks available to purchase.

from
AU$50
Slide 1 of 14, Visitor watching Ragnar Kjartansson's video performance at National Gallery of Victoria exhibition.
Visitor watching Ragnar Kjartansson's video performance at National Gallery of Victoria exhibition.
Entrance to Ragnar Kjartansson: Mercy exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria.
Visitor viewing Ragnar Kjartansson's Mercy Exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria.
Exhibition paintings on pink wall at Ragnar Kjartansson: Mercy, National Gallery of Victoria.
Artworks displayed at Ragnar Kjartansson: Mercy Exhibition, National Gallery of Victoria.
Visitor viewing Ragnar Kjartansson's Mercy exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria.
Multiscreen display of Ragnar Kjartansson's Mercy exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria.
Visitor viewing Ragnar Kjartansson's "Mercy" exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria.
Three framed artworks displayed on a gallery wall at the Ragnar Kjartansson: Mercy Exhibition, National Gallery of Victoria.
Visitor viewing Ragnar Kjartansson's "Mercy" exhibition video at National Gallery of Victoria.
Multiscreen video installation at Ragnar Kjartansson: Mercy Exhibition, National Gallery of Victoria.
Multimedia installation at Ragnar Kjartansson: Mercy Exhibition, National Gallery of Victoria.
Three video screens displaying portraits at Ragnar Kjartansson: Mercy Exhibition, National Gallery of Victoria.
Paintings displayed at Ragnar Kjartansson: Mercy Exhibition, National Gallery of Victoria.

Ragnar Kjartansson Mercy Exhibition Tickets at National Gallery of Victoria

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  • Experience Ragnar Kjartansson's first major Australian exhibition featuring eight immersive video and film installations at National Gallery of Victoria.

  • Explore powerful works combining music, theatre, humour, and repetition to reveal deeply human stories and emotions.

  • See acclaimed installations including The Visitors, Scenes from Western Culture, and the title work Mercy.

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  • Experience Ragnar Kjartansson's first major Australian exhibition featuring eight immersive video and film installations at National Gallery of Victoria.

  • Explore powerful works combining music, theatre, humour, and repetition to reveal deeply human stories and emotions.

  • See acclaimed installations including The Visitors, Scenes from Western Culture, and the title work Mercy.

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AU$25
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.
Visitors viewing Indigenous art at National Gallery of Victoria during Best of NGV Experiences Tour.
Visitor with headphones viewing indigenous art at National Gallery of Victoria.
Visitors observing ancient artifact at National Gallery of Victoria during Best of NGV Experiences Tour.
Visitors observing stained glass ceiling at National Gallery of Victoria during Best of NGV Experiences Tour.
Visitors engaging in an interactive tour at the National Gallery of Victoria.
Tour guide explaining artwork at National Gallery of Victoria during Best of NGV Experiences Tour.
Visitors viewing a painted ceramic vase at the National Gallery of Victoria.
Tour guide explaining artwork to visitors at National Gallery of Victoria.
Visitors observing art and fashion exhibits at the National Gallery of Victoria during the Best of NGV Experiences Tour.
Visitors exploring art gallery at National Gallery of Victoria on Best of NGV Experiences Tour.
Visitors engaging with interactive exhibit at National Gallery of Victoria.
Visitors viewing colorful artwork at the National Gallery of Victoria during the Best of NGV Experiences Tour.
Tour guide explaining artwork to visitors at National Gallery of Victoria.
Visitors observing colorful sculptures and abstract art at the National Gallery of Victoria.
Visitor viewing portraits at National Gallery of Victoria during Best of NGV Experiences Tour.
Visitors enjoying an audio-guided tour at the National Gallery of Victoria.
Tour guide explaining artwork to visitors at National Gallery of Victoria.
Tour guide explaining artwork at National Gallery of Victoria.
Visitors viewing classic paintings at the National Gallery of Victoria.

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.

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  • 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.

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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What our guests say

Dianne D

Australia
Group
3 weeks ago
Ease to download tickets and entry simple. Exhibition of Cartier was exceptional. So many jewels. Just overwhelming. Fantastic exhibition.

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

Jennifer M

Australia
Group
3 weeks ago
Definitely not as crowded or awkward to get around as some, very easy to enjoy. Give yourselves plenty of time, 90 minutes wasn't long enough to enjoy the films so we'll be back!! Ps spot the tiara, we can only dream :))

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

Danielle D

Australia
Group
Apr 2026

+1 more

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

2025-26 Westwood Kawakubo Exhibition Tickets at National Gallery of Victoria

Sue N

Australia
Couple
Apr 2026

+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.

2025-26 Westwood Kawakubo Exhibition Tickets at National Gallery of Victoria

Helen R

Australia
Group
Yesterday
I don't think I have ever soon do much bling in one place , the history of Cartier was fascinating and seeing the creation of a classic Cartier Leopard from conception to creation and final was just awesome inspiring

Friday Nights Cartier Exhibition Tickets at National Gallery Victoria

Joan E

Australia
Solo
Apr 2026
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 Tickets at National Gallery of Victoria

Gavin L

Australia
Solo
Apr 2026
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 Tickets at National Gallery of Victoria

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