Melbourne Museum
Museum · Carlton, Melbourne

Melbourne Museum

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The museum covers Australian animals, plants, indigenous history and Melbourne's development. Galleries include dinosaur skeletons and a living forest display. Look out for changing temporary exhibitions.

On day 2 of Melbourne Coffee & Culture

Good to know

Tickets
Permanent exhibitions are free. Some temporary shows and IMAX screenings charge fees.
Time needed
Allow two to four hours for the main galleries.
Best time
Weekdays are quieter than weekends.
Getting there
Trams from the city center stop at the Carlton Gardens entrance.

Itineraries with Melbourne Museum

Day 2 of Melbourne Coffee & Culture

Markets and museums

How Melbourne Museum fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Queen Victoria MarketCBD
  2. 12:00State Library VictoriaCBD
  3. 14:00Melbourne MuseumCarlton
  4. 16:00Royal Exhibition BuildingCarlton
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Melbourne Museum questions

Is Melbourne Museum free?

Entry to permanent collections is free. Temporary exhibitions and the IMAX often require paid tickets.

How long does a visit take?

Most people spend two to three hours inside the museum.

What are the main exhibits?

Key displays cover dinosaurs, indigenous culture, Australian wildlife and Melbourne history.

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