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National Gallery of Victoria

180 St. Kilda Road, Melbourne, Victoria 8004, Australia (Southbank)
61 3 8620 2222
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As featured in 3 days in Melbourne
Ranked #6 of 171 attractions in Melbourne
Type: Art Museums
Description: Opened in 1861, this is Australia's oldest art gallery.
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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

On a recent visit to Melbourne I happened to stumble upon this very interesting and engaging exhibition by 43 young Victorian artists who have just completed Art or Studio Arts studies in the VCE. This I assume means that they were year 12 students at high schools in 2012. I was absolutely blown away by the variety of form and... More

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Eudlo, Queensland, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We loved the National Gallery because it has a bit of everything from modern art to ancient history. We spent over half a day there just looking and appreciating all the National Gallery had to offer. As always the café at these places are a little over priced but we did have a light lunch and a glass of wine... More

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Alice Springs, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I love the changing installations near the foyer. The spacious permanent exhibition with the headlight ceiling brings a meditative peace to those who spend time there. It is free to enter but special exhibitions cost. I just saw Monet's Garden and it was superlative. I love this place.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We just came from Monet's Garden, the current featured exhibit at the NGVI. Originally I was unsure about the $26 price tag, but I'm a huge Monet fan and this was more than worth it! The signs do a great job explaining Monet's life, specifically his obsession with his beautiful garden. More than a dozen waterlilies paintings are displayed, really... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Excellent collection. Easy access and location. Spacious, enormous range. The entrance has the iconic 'Water Wall' which we all love, and you can feel it!

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Barwon Heads, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Not only was the exhibition absolutely wonderful, I particularly loved the cafe decked out like Monet's kitchen, with the divine fresh hyacinths, peonies and roses on every table. Well done the NGV!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

I love Monets' paintings and was very pleased to hear the NGV was putting on an exhibition. I have visited his garden in Giverney outside Paris, seen some lovely paintings at MOMA and the Met in New York and was very happy Melbourne was putting on a show, I just never get tired of seeing his paintings. The NGV is... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

The gallery houses an excellent collection of international and australian art. The NGVI had a great temporary exhibition showcasing the photography of thomas demand. I recommend checking out what exhibition are on and making a day of your visit to the arts precinct.

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Adelaide, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Lucky to be in Melbourne the day after this exhibition opened. Great to see some world class paintings in a lovely setting. Some effort had been made to dres up the cafe to give it a "French" look. Prices in the shop were good to buy Monet bits and pieces; e.g. prints for $156

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

The National Gallery of Victoria on the St Kilda Road is not to be confused with the older gallery in Federation Square. The NGA is a terrific venue for major exhibitions, with spacious gallery rooms and flow through design. The water wall on entry is a stunning welcome. For members of the NGA or interstate galleries with reciprocal member offerings,... More

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