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WA Museum Boola Bardip
Perth Cultural Centre,
Perth / Boorloo, WA, 6000
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Opening hours
9.30am – 5pm
Public holiday opening hours
Anzac Day 1pm – 5pm
Closed Good Friday & Christmas Day
General Admission entry fees
General Admission free all summer
Special exhibitions and events may charge a fee. Walk-up entry is available each day, however, you may experience a wait time during busy periods such as weekends and school holidays.
Membership
Hold onto that summer feeling all year for as little as $15!
Purchase a WA Museum membership and you can have unlimited general admission to the Museums of your choice for 12 months.
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Accessibility
WA Museum Boola Bardip is fully accessible
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Accessible resources and programs >
Your WA Museums,
free all summer
A place to share Western Australia’s many stories.
Our people, our places and our role in the world.
What's on at Boola Bardip
Experience a 35-minute VR documentary that transports you to one of the most spectacular and pristine landscapes in the world.
Saturday 23 November 2024 – Monday 28 April 2025
Explore the rich cultural legacy of the Spinifex People. Discover their enduring connection to Country through stunning artworks, objects, digital projects and film.
Members pay once to visit all year, and get heaps of additional benefits, including discounted exhibition tickets, pre-sale access and invitations to member-only events.
Store your member card, tickets, exclusive content and offers in the palm of your hand using the WA Museum member app!
More to explore at the Museum
Discover our State’s rich cultural and natural heritage through three major themes: Being Western Australian, Discovering Western Australia, and Exploring the World
Find the perfect present for a loved one, or yourself, at the Museum’s shop.
Purchase a memento of your visit, a stunning piece for your home, or an educational activity perfect for young, curious minds. Located on ground level, in the main entrance.
Food | Wine | Coffee
Engage your senses with a seasonal menu that highlights local produce. Fully licensed, Epoch is perfect for a snack, meal or a coffee with friends. Find Epoch on the ground level, facing Beaufort Street. Open 7 days.
Challenge your students to ask critical questions and consider new perspectives and ideas.
WA Museum Boola Bardip has a range of stunning spaces available for meetings, corporate events and weddings. Perth hospitality specialists Heyder & Shears will coordinate your function from start to finish — covering service, logistics, styling and catering.
Contribute your skills, life experience, diverse background, and interests to a broader purpose.
WA Museum Boola Bardip welcomes visitors of all abilities. We aim to provide an inclusive, accessible and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Access
All entry points have universal access. Six public lifts are available.
Cloaking
Available at the information desk. Storage is not available for large or bulky items.
Equipment
Wheelchairs and walking aids are available from the information desk.
Everyone is included
Access a range of resources created in consultation with the Autism Association of Western Australia.
First aid
Ask a staff member for assistance.
Food & drink
Epoch café is open daily. It is located on the ground level, facing Beaufort Street. Food and drink are not allowed inside exhibitions.
Information desk
General and ticketing information. Located at the main entry.
Lost & found
Located at the information desk.
Parking
The Museum does not have its own parking, but it is close to many public carpark spaces.
City of Perth State Library (Nearest ACROD).
City of Perth Cultural Centre Carpark.
Privacy pods
Semi-private spaces available for feeding babies and young children. Located on the ground, first and third level.
Ask a Visitor Services Officer if you require the use of a microwave.
Quiet Hour
Special sessions that support children and adults with Autism and specific sensory needs.
Restrooms & quiet spaces
Gender neutral, female, male and universal access toilets are located on each level.
Baby changing facilities are available in each universal access restroom. Lounge seating is available outside all exhibitions.
Specialised tours
Are available throughout the year. Email reception@museum.wa.gov.au for more information.
Tactile map & braille visitor guide
Created by VisAbility, these resources are available to borrow free of charge from the information desk.
Wi-Fi
Public Wi-Fi is available.
Conditions of entry
The Western Australian Museum strives to provide a safe and inclusive environment for all patrons, contractors, volunteers, and staff. Museum staff reserve the right to refuse entry and/or request the person(s) to leave who exhibit abusive, disruptive, or offensive behaviour and/or language.
Photography & filming
Photography and filming are allowed unless otherwise stated. Flash photography is not permitted. Photography and filming for commercial purposes must have written approval from the Museum.
Food & drink
Food and drink are not allowed inside exhibitions.
WA Museum Boola Bardip is located at Perth Cultural Centre, Perth / Boorloo, Western Australia, 6000, Australia. Get directions to the Museum on Google Maps >
Public transport services
WA Museum Boola Bardip can be reached by train and bus. Visit Transperth’s website to plan your journey.
Perth Train Station is a short 200m walk from the Museum through the Perth Cultural Centre. It is serviced by Armadale, Fremantle, Joondalup, Mandurah and Midland lines as well as Transwa's Australind service.
Inbound bus services to the Museum arrive at Beaufort Street Stop 26623. Inbound bus routes include 41, 42, 48, 55, 60, 66, 67, 68, and 950.
Outbound bus services from the Museum depart from Beaufort Street Stops 12132 and 12131. Outbound bus routes include 41, 42, 48, 55, 60, 66, 67, 68, and 950. You can also use the Blue Cat Museum stop.
Parking
The Museum does not have its own parking, but it is close to many public carpark spaces.
City of Perth State Library (Nearest ACROD).
City of Perth Cultural Centre Carpark.
Cycling
Bike racks are located throughout the Perth Cultural Centre.
Map of WA Museum Boola Bardip
WA Museum Boola Bardip Site Map (PDF 1MB)
Enhance your experience and access extra content with the Gogo Digital Guide.
Gogo uses location awareness to locate and guide you around the Museum to discover more, accessing extra content and highlighting the many stories of WA.
Before your visit, download the app for free or borrow a device from the Information desk on your arrival.
