National Portrait Gallery: Free-entry portrait adventures in Parkes, with cafe, gift shop, and inspiring Indigenous art.
National Portrait Gallery offers free entry to a diverse portrait collection in Parkes, ACT. Visitors can explore Indigenous and contemporary works in a well-curated, welcoming space. Highlights include exhibitions such as Kaylene Whiskey, with a cafe, gift shop, and convenient bag lockers. Friendly staff help guests connect with the art at their own pace.
King Edward Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia
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Free access to curated portrait collections showcasing Australian figures, including indigenous artists and diverse communities.
A relaxing café serving meals, cakes, and coffee, perfect for a break during your visit.
Offering art books, souvenirs, and unique gifts related to the gallery's exhibitions and Australian culture.
Secure locker storage for bags, clean washrooms, and helpful concierge and security staff for assistance.
Engaging tours and resources that highlight Australian art and history, suitable for all ages.
Overall rating
Fiona Hill
I recently went to see the Kaylene Whiskey exhibition. Loved it!! It's so good to see an Aboriginal female artist's contemporary work. The gallery is such a beautiful space, so much to see!! The concierge and security were very friendly and helpful. I came directly from the airport and was pleased to find good size lockers to store my bags. I'll be back!
Simran Grover
I love visiting different museums and galleries whenever I have some time. I went to Canberra over the new year week and went to this place. While it wasn't bad I won't say it was the best. It has multiple small exhibitions. But nothing eye catching. The washrooms were neat and there is a cafe and book shop to enjoy and have a good time. You can visit this place while exploring the national triangle.
Isuru Z
Gordon Darling Gallery, Canberra is absolutely outstanding. Most of the portrait exhibitions were free of charge, which is incredibly generous and refreshing. The quality of the artwork is exceptional easily the best gallery experience I’ve had in Australia so far. The portraitures were powerful, well-curated, and thoughtfully presented. You can truly take your time, enjoy the space, and connect with the art without feeling rushed or commercialised. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Canberra a must-see gallery.
Jani O
I visited the National Portrait Gallery (NPG) after a stroll through parts of the National Triangle in mid-September 2025. As a first time visitor to Australia and the NPG, the works showchased in the Gallery introduced me to artists and creators from Australia's indigenous peoples and other diverse communities. There is no fee to access the Gallery. The Gallery has café and gift shop.
KABAOTTO EMULSION
Thanks for the free entrance! They have many great works! There is a nice book shop inside! Cafe is very nice ! Serving nice meals and cake and coffees! We will be back whenever visiting Canberra. Thank you .
