National Portrait Gallery (Australia)

The National Portrait Gallery in Canberra celebrates the people who have shaped Australia, from Indigenous leaders and bushrangers to scientists and sports stars. Its light-filled, contemporary galleries display paintings, photographs, and sculptures, each with a story that reveals the nation's character. Visitors can explore permanent and temporary exhibitions, join a guided tour, or simply enjoy the architecture and lakeside setting. It's a place to connect with Australian identity through the faces and stories of its people.

Don't miss

• The iconic portrait of Eddie Mabo by Vincent Namatjira, a powerful symbol of Indigenous land rights.
• The 'Portrait of a Nation' gallery, showcasing a diverse range of Australians across history.
• The building's striking glass façade and rooftop sculpture garden with views over the lake.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit National Portrait Gallery (Australia)

Cheapest way inAustralian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour4.5★ · 57 travelers~2 hoursFrom$15 per personSee dates →Most bookedSydney Opera House Official Guided Walking Tour4.7★ · 4,120 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$35 per personSee dates →Private & flexibleDC National Archives + National Portrait Gallery - Exclusive Tour5★ · 36 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$175 per personSee dates →