Why go
The building is valuable because its architecture still serves its original political purpose. A tour moves from the grand steps and colonnade into Queen’s Hall and the two legislative chambers, where decoration distinguishes the Assembly from the Council. Sitting days affect access, but even the exterior gives a clear sense of how Melbourne’s 19th-century civic plan used elevation and ceremony.
What to look for
- Compare the two legislative chambers and their distinct decorative schemes.
- Notice how the colonnade and broad steps command the top of Bourke Street.
Useful to know
- Check whether Parliament is sitting before planning a tour.
- Bring the identification requested in the current entry rules.
Your next visit
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Outdoor visit · 30–45 min
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