Opening Hours This Week

28 April to 4 May

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10:00am — 5:30pm
10:00am — 5:30pm
10:00am — 5:30pm
10:00am — 4:00pm
10:00am — 5:00pm
Reopens 7:00pm for Live at THE LUME
10:00am — 8:30pm
10:00am — 5:30pm

Kindly note that the final entry to the gallery is 90 minutes before closing, with last orders at Café Terrace 1888 taken 45 minutes prior to closing.

Getting here via public transport

If you’ve taken public transport to get here, or are walking from the CBD, you can either make your way to the South Wharf Promenade boardwalk and head West towards Seafarers Bridge. Once you reach the bridge, continue along the river and through the pedestrian walkway. THE LUME Melbourne entry will be visible right next to South Wharf DFO. You can also walk through the Convention Centre, turning right through Door 9 and follow the signs to find us.

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Parking

Heading to THE LUME Melbourne by car? The Wilson South Wharf Retail car park at DFO is your best bet. You can access it via Convention Centre Place, just off Lorimer Drive.Don’t forget to grab a parking discount voucher from our staff on your way out!
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Getting there
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By Tram

Trams 12, 96 and 109 run every 6-12 minutes and stop outside MCEC on Clarendon Street (9 minute walk). Trams 70, 35 and 75 run along Flinders Street stopping on the north side of the Yarra River near the pedestrian bridge to MCEC.

By Train

Southern Cross Station on Spencer Street is approximately 15 minutes' walk from the THE LUME Melbourne, and services most of Melbourne's rail lines.

By Bike

Various bike parking facilities are available at MCEC. There are bike hoops located along Convention Centre Place outside Wilson Parking South Wharf and another on Orrs Walk, opposite Polly Woodside.

By Car

See below for $12 parking at South Wharf Retail carpark or the Melbourne Exhibition Centre carpark. Taxi and Ride Share drop off ranks are located outside our front entrance.

$12 All Day Parking

Forget about the clock, we’ve got you covered. Take your time exploring and save with our all-day parking offer. Pick up a discount parking voucher from any of our friendly Visitor Experience team members and use this together with your parking ticket to save up to $44. To claim your discount at one of the two carparks, just follow the easy steps in our.
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South Wharf Retail Carpark
2 minute walk
Company: Wilson Parking
Opening hours: 24/7 hours
Enter/Exit: Munro Street or Convention Centre Place
Clearance Height: 2.1 metres

MCEC Carpark
7 minute walk
Company: Wilson Parking
Opening hours: 24/7 hours
Enter/Exit: Normanby Road‍
Clearance Height: 2.2 metres

Accessibility

We believe everyone should be able to fully immerse themselves in the magic, which is why we’ve made accessibility a top priority.

With features like accessible toilets, a lift to the gallery’s mezzanine, and augmented hearing sets, we’ve got you covered.
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Once you arrive, our friendly staff are always happy to help, so just let us know if you need assistance. If you prefer to reach out in advance, drop us a note via our online form and we’ll make sure everything’s ready for you.

Dining

Discover a slice of bohemian France at Cafe Terrace 1888, located just inside the main gallery. Whether you’re craving a delicious treat or just need a moment to unwind, this cosy café is the perfect place to pause and take in the masterpieces dancing around you.

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Retail Store

Browse our exclusive collection of products inspired by Van Gogh’s iconic works, including prints, programs, music, and more. The best part is, you can shop it all online too!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about purchasing tickets online, via phone or at our box office, or about THE LUME Melbourne?

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Conditions of Entry

To ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience at THE LUME Melbourne, please be aware of the conditions of entry to the gallery.

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