National Anzac Centre
National Anzac Centre
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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- prsiebsMyponga, Australia34 contributionsTouching tribute to those who left Albany to fightA brilliant memorial to all of the service men and women who left the shores of Australia to fight, many never to return again, either alive or well. A fantastic balance of historic detail and storytelling. Four hours flew by. Followed by a wonderful lunch at the facility restaurant.Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 10 November 2023
- Michael B17 contributionsAlbany ANZAC MuseumI visited the museum today and was very surprised by the size. The actual museum is indoors and well layed out. They have a lot of media and IT that is easy to use and provides amazing information. Inside the museum they also have volunteers that wonder to assist and answer any questions. Outside they have ships guns, torpedoes, gun pits, coastal defences, amazing scenery of the bays, coast. Absolutely worth a visit. To note they off any serving or Ex Defence member a very generous discount. The gift shop also offers a lot of items to make your trip memorable.Visited November 2023Travelled soloWritten 20 November 2023
- Stwa6260Toowoomba, Australia54 contributionsAn excellent memorial and museum highlighting the historical significance of AlbanyThis is an amazing memorial where visitors are given a card with the name of a member of the forces who left Albany for Europe at the end of 1914. You can follow this person's journey throughout your experience. The memorial is situated overlooking King George Sound where nearly 40000 left for Egypt before going on to Europe and Gallipoli. Over one third who left never saw the Australian coastline again. The museum has audio players and wonderful displays pictures and film footage. The memorial room has a display of the names of those who made the ultimate sacrifice with the digital display underneath the rippling water as it makes its way to the panoramic windows. I've not seen anything better. Lots also to see in the grounds and surrounds with the gun emplacements still able to be viewed. Highly recommend this for all visitors and is suitable for all ages if guidance is given.Visited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 14 January 2024
- Julie CMandurah, Australia160 contributionsA truly beautiful dedication to our diggers.This is a must for all Australians. Such a beautiful dedication to our ANZACS. There is a lot to see so take your time and watch all the videos and listen to all the stories. Heart wrenching and poignant. The views are magnificent. Don't miss the talk given by one of the volunteers about the ANZACS story and indeed the story of Albany in relation to our diggers.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 23 April 2024
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NH1
Perth, Australia4 contributions
Oct 2020 • Family
We went as a family of 6- our four kids range from 10-17. The free grounds and machinery walk was great and such a beautiful spot. The actual museum is impressive to look at but is very small and relies on a lot of listening and reading. It was extremely busy when we went which meant that it was hard to get to any displays as people have to stand in front of it for so long to read and then listen. It was a great concept, but was too long and the kids lost interest very quickly as there isn’t actually a whole lot to look at or interact with. That was all outside- and free.
It is important history, and therefore should be visited but I would say the actual Centre is not worth the money with a large family with kids.
It is important history, and therefore should be visited but I would say the actual Centre is not worth the money with a large family with kids.
Written 7 October 2020
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womblewa
Mandurah, Australia1,360 contributions
Nov 2020 • Couples
Set on Mt Clarence, views of harbour fantastic.
We felt the $25 entry fee was justified but also that there could be some additional tiering of it, so that retired military people had much cheaper or free entry - after all, they and their families have already paid a huge price in other ways.
The display was well done, but covered a very small area, so you did have to queue up to see many of the photos and to listen to the audio for same, even today with covid distancing dictating. Virtually impossible here. We felt so stifled that we rushed through, too confining.
Worth a visit once? Yes, but bear in mind that this covers a small area and many people.
Perhaps it is just that we are on the wrong side of 60, but "virtual" or "interactive" museums dont do it for us in the way that open quiet areas, where you simply look at the exhibits and accompanying write up and contemplate same, do.
We felt the $25 entry fee was justified but also that there could be some additional tiering of it, so that retired military people had much cheaper or free entry - after all, they and their families have already paid a huge price in other ways.
The display was well done, but covered a very small area, so you did have to queue up to see many of the photos and to listen to the audio for same, even today with covid distancing dictating. Virtually impossible here. We felt so stifled that we rushed through, too confining.
Worth a visit once? Yes, but bear in mind that this covers a small area and many people.
Perhaps it is just that we are on the wrong side of 60, but "virtual" or "interactive" museums dont do it for us in the way that open quiet areas, where you simply look at the exhibits and accompanying write up and contemplate same, do.
Written 26 November 2020
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Sean C
Manjimup, Australia8 contributions
Sept 2021
A truly amazing place of discovery. My wife and I spent over 2 and a half hours in here and we could have easily gone back and spent another 2 or even 3 hours, going over things we missed the 1st time. My Grandfather fought at Passchendaele, he was 21 yrs old and suffered serious injuries. I was able to see where he fought, the conditions, the terrain, the mud and wet, the blood and death. It is a gut-wrenching journey and one I recommend that everyone who is able to go and see for themselves, does so. It is a place I believe young people should also visit and see just what the men and women of the ANZAC did for this country and for each of us who are here today.
Written 20 September 2021
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Fosseboy
Western Australia, Australia643 contributions
Mar 2021 • Friends
We travelled from Denmark with a plan to have coffee first and then tour around. The Garrison cafe was not open. Ticket office thought it opened at 11 but we saw a cafe staff member arrive and were told it was 1130 opening and drinks only with full meal! No opening hours displayed.
The exhibition was good and easy to follow on the headset. Some of the letters home you listen to are a bit long but other stories were interesting. 2 of our 6 were disappointed in the subjects we were given to follow as they didn’t really tell you much. (Mine was the Padre who spent most of the War ill from a hearing defect he had before the War.) Good map of the harbour showing the fleet leaving port.
Worth visiting the other exhibits and walking to the top. Unfortunately there was no cart operating so our other 4 had to miss many exhibits because of walking difficulties.
(We left feedback about the non availability of the cafe and had reply but not very encouraging. We have experience and what the Museum should have done is leased the venue with a requirement for certain opening times and services as there is no other cafe close by).
Friendly staff in the museum who must tire of repeating the instructions but didn’t show it.
The exhibition was good and easy to follow on the headset. Some of the letters home you listen to are a bit long but other stories were interesting. 2 of our 6 were disappointed in the subjects we were given to follow as they didn’t really tell you much. (Mine was the Padre who spent most of the War ill from a hearing defect he had before the War.) Good map of the harbour showing the fleet leaving port.
Worth visiting the other exhibits and walking to the top. Unfortunately there was no cart operating so our other 4 had to miss many exhibits because of walking difficulties.
(We left feedback about the non availability of the cafe and had reply but not very encouraging. We have experience and what the Museum should have done is leased the venue with a requirement for certain opening times and services as there is no other cafe close by).
Friendly staff in the museum who must tire of repeating the instructions but didn’t show it.
Written 28 March 2021
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Dianne M
10 contributions
Oct 2020
I visited the National Anzac Centre in Albany WA because I had heard so much good about it. It was an immersive experience, very well done, and it broke my heart reading/listening about the events of wards in the past. There was a magnificent sculpture of a horse and it's master on display. It was a metal sculpture depicting the care of a man for his horse, so beautifully done. It touched my heart and I've been telling all my friends about it. It was a positive highlight of the whole experience for me.
Written 27 October 2020
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Jaccro
Perth Hills, Australia32 contributions
Jan 2021 • Family
On entering the war memorial we were told very loudly and sternly that our children are to remain quiet. This was totally ok and that behaviour is expected but the way we were treated was disgraceful. We did not feel welcome at all. $80 to be publicly shamed when our kids hadn’t said a word, we had only walked in the door when she saw a large family and judged it. Both staff at reception need replacing
Written 19 January 2021
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JamesM82
Perth, Australia61 contributions
Jan 2021
Visiting King George Sound and the Anzac Centre were the main motivation for my visit to Albany. Albany's role in Australia's defence, especially WWI, is not as well known as it should be.
In addition to fairly run-of-the-mill information and exhibits in the main building, there are interactive exhibits and an interesting focus on the repatriation of troops. Go early as the main building quickly became packed when I was there (school holidays plus COVID).
The additional buildings also housed interested displays such as a history of the development of Albany's defences. One of the additional buildings also had a scale model of the Australian submarine AE2.
The grounds are also fascinating.
In addition to fairly run-of-the-mill information and exhibits in the main building, there are interactive exhibits and an interesting focus on the repatriation of troops. Go early as the main building quickly became packed when I was there (school holidays plus COVID).
The additional buildings also housed interested displays such as a history of the development of Albany's defences. One of the additional buildings also had a scale model of the Australian submarine AE2.
The grounds are also fascinating.
Written 13 January 2021
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JonofWilson
Perth, Australia406 contributions
Sept 2020 • Couples
If you don’t come away from visiting this most wonderful museum I doubt if you have a heart.
Thoughtfully laid out making the best use of its outstanding location. It tells the story of Australia’s involvement in WWI through the individual stories of those involved, not just the ANZACs but the Turks as well.
Plenty of touch screen interactivity to enhance the experience.
If visiting Albany an absolute must see.
Thoughtfully laid out making the best use of its outstanding location. It tells the story of Australia’s involvement in WWI through the individual stories of those involved, not just the ANZACs but the Turks as well.
Plenty of touch screen interactivity to enhance the experience.
If visiting Albany an absolute must see.
Written 16 September 2020
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Linda W
Perth, Australia76 contributions
Sept 2020
staff excellent , fabulous views from the windows to see where the Anzacs left, you become an Anzac and I guarantee you will follow their travels and not be upset. A sculpture of a horse upset me the most and the story told of the horses. With the walks around the building and the restaurant you could easily spend a whole day there
Written 23 September 2020
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,591 contributions
Apr 2021
This interactive museum commemorates the first ANZACs, who left from Albany to fight in the First World War, first at Gallipoli and the Middle East, then in France. King George Sound was the last sight of Australia many ANZACs ever had. The National Anzac Centre is fascinating, but may not be suitable for small children.
Written 11 April 2021
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Karen S
Do you need to book?
Written 26 September 2019
City of Albany
Albany, Australia
Hi! It's not necessary to book, but you are more than welcome to book on our website or through the Albany Visitor Centre.
Alternatively, save approx. 10% on entry to the National Anzac Centre, Albany's Historic Whaling Station and the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk by purchasing an Amazing South Coast Pass from the Albany Visitor Centre or online at the Amazing South Coast website.
Written 24 August 2020
Could you please advise me of best mode of transport from the Albany cruise ship terminal to the National Anzac Centre as we will be visiting there shortly. Thanks Jill
Written 28 February 2019
We walked up the hill to the Centre. There were sidewalks most of the way and it took us around 45 minutes. If you have the time and like to walk (uphill), give it a try.
Written 29 May 2019
City of Albany
Albany, Australia
Adults - $24.00
Concession - $20.00
First Child (5-15 years old) - $10.00
Every child thereafter - $5.00
Children under 5 years - Free
Written 18 April 2017
? How much does it cost for adult entry. Are there any discounts ?
Written 11 February 2017
Yes Seniors Discount but this may not apply to interstate seniors.
It's only $15 as I recall. You get two technological tools included in that.
The King George whiting in tempura batter at the adjacent Garrison Restaurant is generous serve for about $30 and well worth it.
Two other historical buildings are on the square and entry is free.
Numerous outdoor things to see- like the gun emplacements - free and plaques and columns to read original letters from Anzacs to family.
It's REAL.
Written 11 February 2017
No booking necessary for Anzac Memorial Centre at Albany but if you have a group larger than eight ring ahead to let them know you are coming and at what time. Might be helpful but not mandatory.
Written 12 February 2017
canbush59
Orleton, United Kingdom
Its also worth noting that although last entry to the Centre is 4 with an hour then to browse, the other parts of the site - Shop & Tearooms - close at 4. If you want to make full use of the audio tour, follow the service man or woman you're given a ticket for on the touch card readers, and take a bit of time to really take in the views from the observation deck I would recommend a minimum of 1 1/2 for the centre itself, and an hour for the rest of the site.
Written 5 January 2015
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