High Court of Australia
High Court of Australia
High Court of Australia
4.4
Monday
9:45 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:45 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:45 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:45 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:45 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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4.4
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juliebfromindy
Indianapolis, IN2,547 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
This building is so beautifully designed!! The inside is impressive just by the acoustics alone!! It is super easy to get in, no tickets required, you just have to go through a metal detector. If your purse is too big to go inside they will keep it for you free of charge. You can take all the photos you like. There are docents around who are quite knowledgeable so take advantage of them. Building is handicap accessible and very close to the art museum so it is a free park with an easy walk over to building.
Written 16 February 2020
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John L
Australian Capital Territory, Australia191 contributions
Feb 2020
Opened by the Queen in 1980, this is one of the most impressive buildings in Canberra, 40-m high of concrete and glass, it is spacious, airy, and you feel a very business-like atmosphere. When the court isn't sitting, there are tours with excellent guides full of information about the history of the High Court, the highest court in the land. But it is worth a second visit when the full bench is hearing a case in Courtroom 1. Usually in first two weeks of the month. If you find losing the plot as the lawyers argue obscure points of constitutional law, you should admire the magnificent furniture and fittings. The wall panelling and gallery furniture are red tulip oak and the bench and bar table of jarrah timber from WA. Looking over proceedings is a woven tapestry with the badges of all the states. In the public areas there are well laid out displays of how the court operates, the history of the court, and several major works of art. The High Court is a worthy part of the national capital
Written 3 February 2020
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,740 contributions
Apr 2022
The High Court sits in an impressive building on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. The High Court is Australia's supreme court, it rules on important cases, including cases relating to the Australian Constitution. It is usually possible to gain entry to the courtroom.
Written 8 April 2022
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,740 contributions
July 2022
The High Court is the most important court in Australia. Its most important role is to decide on questions of constitutional law. The building is impressive, you may be able to have a look around when the Court is not sitting. It is also the final court of appeal on criminal matters.
Written 31 August 2022
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QueenslandTommy
Burpengary, Australia1,644 contributions
Feb 2021
Having 1-hour spare I was pleased to be able to visit the High Court for a one on one guide of Court 1, the Court dealing with Constitution matters. The wonderful guide took the time to give an overview of the history and workings of the court. Portraits on the ground floor of previous judges, then a quick trip upstairs to the other courts and to rest in the leather chairs. A nice building with welcoming staff, worth a visit
Written 16 February 2021
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MapsnMemories
22 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
We were fascinated during our visit to the High Court - including our teenagers! On arrival, we met a staff member who was available in the foyer to provide information about the Court if we wanted it. We were invited to sit in a court room and listen to a staff member as he made a presentation to a visiting school group, including examples of cases explained in a way visitors could easily understand. From what I can see, there are no scheduled public tours, but staff are available to engage with you when you visit. We wished we had more time there to look at the Australian Constitution Centre on site. An impressive building, friendly staff, and convenient (paid) parking. Thank you to the staff for a wonderful visit.
Things to note: you need to pass through a metal detector on entry. Photography is welcomed.
Things to note: you need to pass through a metal detector on entry. Photography is welcomed.
Written 6 October 2023
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MsC1
Sydney, Australia85 contributions
Jan 2022 • Family
One of Canberra’s best kept visitor secrets. We were not sure if the building was open for visitors but were able to enter and listen to the talk by the guide in Court 1-excellent and informative. Free entry. There is also an Info Centre about the Constitution but this was closed. Great way to spend an hour. Next door to the Portrait Gallery and close walk to Old Parliament House (when it reopens).
Written 24 January 2022
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LF0308
Melbourne103 contributions
Dec 2022
Friends in Canberra told me to go visit. Court was in session with full bench in Court 1 and I was able to go in and watch it in action. Especially interesting that the judges were all over the law and nailed the barrister a couple times wiht some very detailed questions on specific things. Had a long chat with of the staff upstairs and she provided a lot of information on the courts and the building.
Written 11 December 2022
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BuddyPeter24
Sydney, Australia435 contributions
Feb 2021
A spare of the moment thing, just completed the Lake cruise near by.
Free entry.
It was open with a tour guide.
Outside a magnificent building, inside the same.
Ony 3 courts.
Very informative tour.
A good thing to do in Canberra
Free entry.
It was open with a tour guide.
Outside a magnificent building, inside the same.
Ony 3 courts.
Very informative tour.
A good thing to do in Canberra
Written 6 February 2021
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Gini63
Brisbane, Australia43 contributions
July 2022
We didn't really expect much when visiting, but to our surprise we had 2 free tours which explained the High Court in very interesting terms. The visit was fairly short but a great way to finish our day of sightseeing. Try it - you will be pleasantly surprised.
Written 17 July 2022
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