Plan your visit
From getting here to navigating the building, this page covers the essentials to help you make the most of your visit to the National Film and Sound Archive in Canberra.
Admission
Entry to the NFSA is free, which includes many displays and experiences. Our cinema and special events are ticketed.
Spaces may occasionally be unavailable due to exhibition installations or private hires. Please check the calendar when planning your visit.
View free and ticketed experiencesOpening hours
General
Daily 10am—4pm
Closed Christmas Day
Closed New Year’s DayDom's deli
Mon-Fri: 8:30am—3pm
Sat-Sun: 10am—2pmPublic holidays: 10am—2pm
Dom's Bar
Fri: 5pm—8pm
Sat-Thurs: 1hr prior to events
Contact
Email
Phone
Accessibility
We aim to make the NFSA welcoming and accessible for all visitors. Find out more about accessibility at the NFSA here.
Parents and carers
A bathroom with changing facilities is available on the McCoy Circuit side of the building, opposite the Theatrette.
Water
Drinking water is available at Dom’s deli & bar, with a water fountain also located in the courtyard near the McCoy Circuit foyer doors.
Explore more
Our building
Discover highlights and curiosities from Australia’s audiovisual history throughout our Art Deco building.
Getting to NFSA Canberra
The National Film and Sound Archive is located in Acton, close to the Australian National University. Find information on parking, transport and accessibility.
Accessibility
Everyone can visit the National Film and Sound Archive in Canberra. Find details on wheelchair access, audio and visual support, our visual story and more.
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Plan your next school excursion
Students can explore Australian screen and sound with curriculum‑aligned resources.
