Food and Shopping

At the National Museum Shop you'll find unusual homewares, arts and crafts, gourmet treats and more – unique, surprising and at prices to suit every budget.

The National Museum Shop – where everything we sell has a story to tell.

Location:

• The Hall, National Museum of Australia
  Lawson Crescent, Acton Peninsula
  CANBERRA ACT 2600
  AUSTRALIA

Open:

• Monday to Friday 10am – 5pm
  Saturday, Sunday & public holidays 9am – 5pm

Enquiries:

• Tel +61 2 6208 5222
  Email nmasales @ nma.gov.au

EFTPOS and all credit cards accepted.

Packing, postage and overseas shipping can be arranged.

• Postal address:
  GPO Box 1901
  CANBERRA ACT 2601
  AUSTRALIA

Visitors can purchase fresh food and drinks from our cafe and restaurant or bring their own food and drinks to our spacious eating area in the Hall. Highchairs are also available.

Cuiseum Café

Fast, fresh, and flavoursome, this cafe in the Hall caters to both National Museum visitors and the passerby. For lunch, the sandwich and salad bar has a range of freshly baked breads with delicious fillings. The hot dish selection includes savoury brioche, gourmet pies, and fish and chips. The espresso bar teams up with a sumptuous selection of freshly cooked pastries and other delights.

Open:

• 9.30am – 4.30pm daily

Axis Restaurant

An intimate and contemporary restaurant, featuring a seasonal and fresh gourmet grill complemented by an extensive boutique wine list. With its stunning lake views, the Axis Restaurant is the place to be for a relaxed and stylish dining experience.

Open:

• Tuesday - Saturday: Lunch and dinner
• Sunday and public holidays: Breakfast and lunch

Download the breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert menus from the attachments below.

Lunch promotion menu

Relax with stunning lakeside views and enjoy a special lunch offer from Axis. Choose two courses from our specially designed three course menu and a glass of red or white wine for $35. A new menu is created every week, showcasing our chefs' creativity and using the freshest seasonal ingredients.

Download this week's lunch promotion menu from the attachments below.

Reservations:

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