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Where stories move you—explore film, games, and digital culture in Melbourne's heart.
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Interactive displays on the history and evolution of film, TV, games, and digital media, including free access to The Story of the Moving Image.
Rotating paid exhibits featuring contemporary digital storytelling, pop culture, and behind-the-scenes insights into media production.
Modern, sleek spaces available for private events, weddings, and cultural gatherings in a vibrant setting at Federation Square.
Hands-on activities like film editing, stop-motion animation, and gaming stations for all ages to engage creatively.
Free cardboard discs to scan exhibits, allowing visitors to save and access content online after their visit for a personalized take-home experience.
Where stories move you—explore film, games, and digital culture in Melbourne's heart.
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ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image) is a premier cultural destination at Federation Square in Melbourne, dedicated to the art and impact of moving images. We offer interactive exhibitions on film, television, video games, and digital media, blending education with hands-on experiences. Our free and paid exhibits, modern design, and engaging activities make us a must-visit for tourists, families, and creatives, celebrating innovation and storytelling in a vibrant, accessible space.
On-site café for refreshments and a shop offering film-themed merchandise and local art, enhancing the visitor experience.
This place is a must see while on holiday. They have free and paid exhibits. What I REALLY loved were these cardboard discs we were given for free at the entrance. You scan the cardboard discs to each informative piece of art within the exhibit and it saves it onto the code embedded into the disc. You can then take this disc home, login on their website and view everything you scanned for free. This reduced the need to photograph what you wanted to remember, and also encouraged our young kids to scan things and be more interactive with the exhibits.
A really cool museum! They give you a card when you walk in that allows you the ability to download any information on any exhibit in the museum. When you get home you can pull up all the cool stuff you saw and liked during your visit. Really neat touch that brings a piece of the museum home with you. Definitely recommend, great exhibits with some cool interactive stations. Plan to stay a while looking around.
Amazing pop culture place. Lots of cool stuff from famous movies and games. The place was very neat with special places for games and movies. I really enjoyed the interactive activities that we got to do. The museum had also a free place that you could explore. I would defiantly recommend this place!
ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image) is one of Melbourne’s most interesting and engaging cultural spaces, especially if you’re interested in film, television, games, and digital media. Located at Federation Square, it’s easy to access and fits well into a day of exploring the CBD. The exhibitions are modern, interactive, and well curated. They cover a wide range of topics, from the history of film and television to contemporary digital storytelling and gaming. The displays are visually engaging and easy to follow, making the experience enjoyable even if you’re not deeply familiar with the subject matter. One of the biggest strengths of ACMI is how hands-on it is. There are plenty of interactive sections where you can experiment, watch clips, and explore behind-the-scenes aspects of media production. This makes it especially fun for solo visitors, as you can move at your own pace without feeling rushed. The main exhibition is free, which adds great value, while paid exhibitions are usually well worth it for the depth and quality they offer. The space is clean, well designed, and not overwhelming, even during busier times. Overall, ACMI is a must-visit if you enjoy creative, digital, or pop culture experiences. It’s educational without feeling heavy and fun without being superficial. Whether you spend 30 minutes or a few hours, it’s a rewarding stop and a great example of Melbourne’s cultural side.
Visiting ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image) in Melbourne was an immersive and inspiring experience. From the moment I stepped inside, I was struck by how beautifully the museum blends art, technology, and storytelling. The permanent exhibition, The Story of the Moving Image, took me on a journey through the evolution of film, television, video games, and digital culture. Interactive displays encouraged me to engage directly with the material — I could edit a short film, step into iconic movie scenes, and even create my own stop-motion animation. Every section was thoughtfully curated, showcasing how moving images shape the way we see ourselves and the world. Beyond the exhibits, ACMI’s atmosphere was vibrant and welcoming. The staff were knowledgeable and clearly passionate about what they do, happy to share insights or recommend hidden gems within the museum. The design of the space itself — sleek, modern, and filled with light — made it easy to lose track of time wandering through its galleries. I finished my visit with a coffee at the café and a browse through the gift shop, which offered clever film-themed merchandise and local art. Overall, ACMI felt like more than just a museum — it was a celebration of creativity, innovation, and the power of storytelling in all its forms.
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