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National Gallery of Victoria

8.7Friend Score / 10

#3 of 20 Attractions in Melbourne

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Melbourne's premier art museum with an incredibly diverse collection spanning classical masterpieces to contemporary exhibitions, housed in a stunning building famous for its water wall entrance. Most of the gallery is free to explore, though special exhibitions like the Cartier show require tickets (purchasable on-site or online). Note that popular exhibitions can get congested at the entrance, so arriving early helps.

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Phone(03) 8620 2222
Websitengv.vic.gov.au
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Last verifiedJuly 21, 2026

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8.7/10
  • Value9.0
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  • local_love8.0
  • Authenticity8.0
  • fame_sustained9.0
  • distinctiveness9.0
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Last reviewed July 21, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.