Accessibility

Event: October School Holidays | Paint and Plants

General information

Travel instructions

The Museum is located at North Terrace, Adelaide, between the Art Gallery and the State Library. A tram stops directly outside the Museum otherwise other public transport options are available.

Entry instructions

There is ramp access from North Terrace footpath to the Museum lawn area, and stair-free entry from that point. The doors are automatic and wide enough to comfortably accommodate mobility devices.

After entry instructions

Tickets will be checked in the main foyer and from there you are free to explore the Museum. There are stairs and lifts in both the World Mammals and Australian Aboriginal Cultures gallery. The Pacific Cultures Gallery on the Mezzanine floor is currently closed for a conservation project. Entry to the Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year is to the right in the North Foyer. There is a slight incline at the entrance to this gallery.

Toilet location

Toilets are on the ground floor via the Mammals Gallery. An accessible toilet is available. A parents’ room is also available on level 1 and includes a sink and microwave. The hand dryers are deactivated for this event and paper towel will be available instead.

Accessible parking

There is one accessible car park at the rear of the Museum, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Entry to the car park is through the boom gate on Morgan Thomas Lane, off Kintore Avenue. Please ensure your valid disability parking permit is displayed. If the park is already in use visitors can be dropped off at the rear of the building. Alternative accessible parking is also available at Wilson Parking, North Terrace (opposite the Museum), U-Park, Gawler Place, and along Kintore Ave. These are paid parks.