 A visit to Canberra wouldn't be complete without a visit to the tourism award-winning Australian War Memorial. Bet you didn't know it offers something for the kids! The ever-popular Discovery Room allows kids to gain a hands-on experience of Australians at war. They can dress up as a soldier or a nurse and explore replicas of a Gallipoli trench, the bridge of a corvette, a Vietnam tent and a 1940s Australian kitchen. The Discovery Room is one of only a few museum galleries specifically designed for children.
To get the most out of the Memorial's twenty galleries and constantly changing special exhibitions, be sure to set aside enough time to experience all that the Memorial has on offer. What's On
The Memorial has undergone a multi-million dollar face-lift in recent years, culminating with the opening of ANZAC Hall. In 2000, 2001 & 2003, the Memorial was named the ACT's and Australia's Best Major Tourist Attraction. It's a "must-see" during a visit to Canberra.
Admission is Free, however, visitor donations are appreciated.
Opening Hours
Gallery & Memorial Shop Hours
10am - 5pm daily
9am - 5pm daily during NSW/ACT school holidays
Closed on Christmas Day
Research Centre Hours
10am - 5pm Mon to Fri
1pm - 5pm Sat
Retrieval of records ceases at 4.15 pm
Closed Sundays and ACT public holidays
Cafe Hours
The Landing Place: 10am - 4:30pm daily
The Outpost: 9:30am - 5:30pm daily
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