Free public tour of Parliament House
Explore this historically significant building, while learning more about the role, history and work of the Parliament.
- Enter the Legislative Chambers where laws are made, and hear about the mystery of the stolen mace.
- Learn about the Westminster style of Parliament while sitting in a Member of Parliament's chair.
- Have your photo taken with Queen Victoria in the grand hall named after her and admire the portraits of past Premiers that adorn the walls.
- Discover the Library that played a role in convincing the Federal Parliament to occupy the building from 1901 to 1927.
- Our knowledgeable guides are happy to answer questions about the building, Parliament's work, and how you can get involved..
Please note, access to the Legislative Chambers and Parliamentary Library depends on their availability.
Tour details
Cost | Free |
Duration | 45 minutes |
Availability | Monday—Friday when Parliament is not sitting, 9:00 am—4:00 pm |
No Bookings | We don’t take bookings for public tours |
Arrival | To help ensure your spot, we recommend arriving 30 minutes early. |
Click the button below to see the available public tours on the day you plan to visit.
Please note
Tours may be changed or canceled on short notice because of events at Parliament House.
The Parliament of Victoria will be closed from
23 December 2024 to 1 January 2025.
If you’re visiting with a group of six or more people, you’ll need to book a group tour.
Click the button for more details about group tours.
Identification requirement
Photo Identification is required for public tours at Parliament House.
Audio guides in your language
Free audio guides are available for use on our public tours. Click on the link below to access the guide in your preferred language:
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You can listen via the website or download the izi.travel app to your phone for free.
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