Decades of politics and passion echo through the corridors of the Museum of Australian Democracy, making it one of Australia’s most memorable heritage attractions.

Visitors can experience an atmosphere steeped in history, revisit dramatic events and enjoy the 1920s architecture and fine design. Take a 45-minute guided tour and discover how the building, spaces, objects and stories in Old Parliament House teach us about Australian democracy.

The Museum of Australian Democracy offers an exciting program of exhibitions and other engaging activities. Visitors can enjoy dining at the Kitchen Cabinet or have a coffee and enjoy the gardens.

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Parking, access and public transport

There are a number of free parking zones throughout the Parliamentary Triangle, however car parking can get difficult after 9am on weekdays. Options may include:

• long stay parking behind the National Archives of Australia, East Block, Queen Victoria Terrace
• long stay parking behind the Australian Electoral Commission, West Block, Queen Victoria Terrace
• overflow parking between the National Library of Australia and Lake Burley Griffin, accessible from Parkes Place

If you are spending the day in the capital and intend to visit a number of attractions, a good option is to avoid driving and parking hassles altogether and use the Explorer bus to get around the Nation’s Capital. Please remember that wherever you land in the Parliamentary Triangle, it is only a very short walk to any of the major attractions!

Disabled access and facilities

There are designated car spaces at the front and Senate side of the building reserved for visitors with disabilities. Also, the museum supports the Companion Card.

The building has facilities for the disabled including wheelchair access, and is accessible from Canberra’s City Centre via ACTION bus routes 2, 3 (nearby King Edward Terrace) and 6 (front of building) on weekdays and route 934 (King Edward Terrace) on weekends and public holidays.

Cloaking is available at reception.

Tourism Australia

For more information about tourism and tourism venues in Canberra, see the Visit Canberra or Tourism Australia websites.

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