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Immigration Museum

Reviewed by Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

Photograph

A photograph of Immigration Museum
Photograph · Kensarlance · Public domain
Today
Open today, 09:00 – 17:00
Visit duration
1 hr 30 min
Accessibility
Step-free
Price
A$0.00 per person
Standing
Must see
Rank
Rank 25 of 12,435

Place details and sources

This place is a Museum. It was established in 1998. It is run by Museums Victoria.

Official website
museumsvictoria.com.au Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Telephone
+61 3 9927 2709 OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Address
Flinders Street, 400, 3000, VIC OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Wheelchair access
Available OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Admission fee
Payable OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Museum type
History OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Type of place
Museum OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Established
1998 Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Operator
Museum Victoria OpenStreetMap · Checked 2026-09-09
Operator
Museums Victoria Wikidata · Checked 2026-09-09
Wikipedia article
Immigration Museum, Melbourne Wikipedia · Checked 2026-09-09

About Immigration Museum

The Immigration Museum is a museum in Melbourne dedicated to the history of immigration to Australia. It explores the stories of people who have migrated to Victoria and Australia, examining the causes, processes, and impacts of immigration. The museum occupies the historic Old Customs House building, a significant nineteenth-century structure in the city. It serves as a cultural institution preserving and presenting narratives of diverse communities who shaped the nation. The museum is part of Museums Victoria, the largest public museum organisation in the Southern Hemisphere. Open daily 09:00-17:00; closed Good Friday and Christmas Day. Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas. Open daily 09:00-17:00; closed Good Friday and Christmas Day. General adult admission is around AUD 15; children under 16 enter free. Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas. Flinders Street station and trams on Flinders Street serve the museum. Yes. Events, maintenance, weather and security can change ordinary access. No. Special tours, exhibitions and activities use separate tickets. Open daily 09:00-17:00; closed Good Friday and Christmas Day. General adult admission is around AUD 15; children under 16 enter free. Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas. Flinders Street station and trams on Flinders Street serve the museum. Open daily 09:00-17:00; closed Good Friday and Christmas Day. General adult admission is around AUD 15; children under 16 enter free. Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas. Flinders Street station and trams on Flinders Street serve the museum.

Checked 2026-08-31 · Source

What's inside

The museum contains exhibitions exploring immigration experiences through personal stories, historical documents, photographs, and objects. Visitors encounter displays about the journeys migrants undertook, the challenges they faced, and the contributions they made to Australian society. The Old Customs House itself is a notable heritage building with architectural significance. Exhibition spaces utilise the historic rooms to create atmospheric presentations. The museum addresses themes of identity, belonging, displacement, and cultural diversity. General adult admission is around AUD 15; children under 16 enter free. Flinders Street station and trams on Flinders Street serve the museum.

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How long to spend

Visitors typically spend between one and two hours exploring the Immigration Museum, depending on their level of engagement with the exhibitions. Those with particular interest in family history or specific cultural narratives may wish to allocate additional time. The museum's compact city location allows it to be combined with other nearby attractions in a single day. Self-guided exploration permits flexible pacing according to individual interest. Group visits or educational programmes may require extended durations. Visitors should assess their own priorities when planning time allocation for this cultural institution. Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas.

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Season and crowds

Open daily 09:00-17:00; closed Good Friday and Christmas Day. Dated closures, ceremonies, performances, weather or security notices from the operator take priority over ordinary hours. Arrive early enough to complete the public route before final admission. Follow staff directions on arrival. Follow staff directions on arrival.

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Tickets

General adult admission is around AUD 15; children under 16 enter free. The base amount and currency follow the operator tariff; premium products and separate institutions remain excluded unless named. Yes. Events, maintenance, weather and security can change ordinary access.

Checked 2026-08-31 · Source

Getting there

Flinders Street station and trams on Flinders Street serve the museum. Use the named entrance and station because security, separate exits and large complexes can change the practical route. Allow extra time for screening and the final walk. Follow staff directions on arrival. Follow staff directions on arrival.

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What to watch out for

Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas. Open daily 09:00-17:00; closed Good Friday and Christmas Day. General adult admission is around AUD 15; children under 16 enter free. Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas. Historic surfaces, crowds and security remain relevant.

Checked 2026-08-31 · Source

Photography

Visitors should observe signage indicating permitted or prohibited areas for image capture. Flash photography typically risks damage to sensitive collection items and may be restricted. Tripods and professional equipment often require advance permission in museum environments. Respect for other visitors and their privacy should guide personal photography decisions. Copyright considerations apply to artwork and exhibition designs. Social media sharing of permitted images should acknowledge the institution appropriately. Staff members can clarify current regulations upon arrival if uncertainty exists regarding specific situations. General adult admission is around AUD 15; children under 16 enter free.

Checked 2026-08-31 · Source

Common questions

What are the regular hours or current access terms?

Open daily 09:00-17:00; closed Good Friday and Christmas Day.

What is base admission?

General adult admission is around AUD 15; children under 16 enter free.

Is the complete route step-free?

Step-free entrances or public approaches, lifts where required, and accessible toilets serve principal visitor areas.

Which public transport is named?

Flinders Street station and trams on Flinders Street serve the museum.

Can operations alter access?

Yes. Events, maintenance, weather and security can change ordinary access.

Are premium products included?

No. Special tours, exhibitions and activities use separate tickets.

Where it is

Nearby

Within 7 min on foot
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    4 min walk

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  • Melbourne Skydeck 45 min
    6 min walk

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    7 min walk

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Source: OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata ·