GALLERIES IN VICTORIA

Founded in 1861, today the NGV holds the most significant collection of art in the region; a vast treasury of more than 70,000 works that span thousands of years and a wealth of ideas, disciplines and styles. The collection is yours, and it’s free.

Further information about the collection visit: ngv.vic.gov.au/explore/collection/

NGV International
By Tram
Swanston Street/St Kilda Road trams (1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 16, 64, 67, 72) travel past NGV International. Alight at the Arts Precinct stop.

By Train 
Arrive at Flinders Street Station and walk across the bridge past the Victorian Arts Centre.

By Car 
Parking is available in the Victorian Arts Centre car park located beneath NGV International. Enter from Sturt Street, Southbank, accessed from St Kilda Road/Southbank Boulevard and Alexandra Avenue/City Road.

The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
By Tram 
Flinders Street trams (70, 75, City Circle) and Swanston Street/St Kilda Road trams (1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 16, 64, 67, 72) travel past Federation Square. Alight at the Flinders Street stop and enter via Federation Square.

By Train 
Flinders Street Station is adjacent to Federation Square.

By Car 
Parking is available at the Federation Square Car Park. Enter at the corner of Flinders and Russell Streets, or from Batman Avenue (Exhibition Street extension - City Link)

ENTERING NGV BUILDINGS

Ramps
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia; The Russell Street extension is the best entry point for wheelchair access.

Lifts
Lift access to The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia is available from the Federation Square Plaza. It arrives at the automatic doors, located at the Gallery’s entrance through the Federation Square atrium. Escalators are also available.

Lift access to NGV International is available from the Arts Centre underground car park. It arrives at the front entrance of the NGV.
 

MOVING AROUND NGV BUILDINGS

Lift, Ramp and Escalator Access
There is a lift inside NGV International, with access to each floor and ramps are also provided throughout the building. Escalators are also available.

Please note there is no down escalator at the Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia.

Wheelchair access
Wheelchairs are available free of charge from the Information Desk at both NGV International and NGV Australia. We advise booking a wheelchair prior to your visit, please phone: 03 8620 2222.

Wheelchair access is available in our Auditorium, Theatre, Studios and Education Theatres as well as throughout the gallery spaces.

Hearing Loops
Hearing Loops are available in the Clemenger BBDO Auditorium at NGV International and in the Theatre at NGV Australia.

Signage
All statutory signage includes Braille and raised letters for our vision–impaired visitors.

Guide Dogs and other registered assistance dogs
Guide Dogs and other registered assistance dogs are welcome at the NGV, in the gallery spaces and to all programs.

Cafe

Eating at NGV InternationalPersimmonOpen: 11am–4pmTelephone: 61 3 8620 2434Enjoy the very best seasonal produce while overlooking the NGV garden.  Bookings recommended.

Gallery KitchenOpen: 10am–5pmEnjoy lunch in Gallery Kitchen and try the specials of the day.

Tea RoomOpen: 10am–3.30pmTelephone: 61 3 8620 2431Tea Room, located on Level 1, offers a modern interpretation of a timeless tradition. Macarons, éclairs and a delectable array of cakes and savouries, are all handmade by our team of talented pastry chefs.

Eating at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV AustraliaCrossbar CaféOpen: 10am–5pmCrossbar Café provides a modern and bright area to take a break during your visit to the gallery. A view of the Yarra River complements the light snacks, coffee and beverages on offer.

Gallery Shop

NGV design store, NGV InternationalOpen: 10am–5pmTelephone: 61 3 8620 2243

NGV design store at Federation Square, NGV AustraliaOpen: 10am–5pmTelephone:  61 3 8662 1543

The NGV collaborates with leading local and international artists, designers and makers to offer unique contemporary products. Take home your piece of the NGV today.