Overview
Founded in 1861, the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is Australia's oldest and largest art gallery, operating across two sites: NGV International on St Kilda Road and the Ian Potter Centre (Australian art) at Federation Square. Its 70,000+ works span from European masters like Rembrandt, Monet, and Picasso to Australian Indigenous art and contemporary Asian art. The Water Wall at the NGV International entrance is an iconic Melbourne photo spot, and the triennial NGV Triennial draws international attention.
Opening Hours
Daily 10:00-17:00 (open year-round).
Travel Tips
The permanent collection is free, so there's no barrier to visiting. NGV International and the Ian Potter Centre are a 10-minute walk apart — visit both.
Hotels near National Gallery of Victoria (NGV)
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