The Melbourne Museum has six floors packed with something for every visitor, from dinosaur bones and bug exhibits to rain forests and a children's museum. Located on the northern end of the grounds of the Carlton Gardens, this outstanding facility hosts visiting exhibits in addition to its outstanding permanent collection. The museum also has a gift shop and an IMAX Theatre that features the world's largest movie screen and state-of-the-art technology.

The National Gallery of Victoria includes two outstanding collections of both international and Australian art located in separate buildings. The original building, constructed in 1861, houses a diverse collection of art from around the globe, while the Ian Potter Centre located in Federation Square houses approximately 20,000 notable Australian works. The international collection features Asian art, a textile exhibit and a collection of prints and drawings.