South Australian Museum

ATDW pixel

LET’S STAY IN TOUCH

Sign up for our newsletter and get top stories, exclusive offers, events and free travel inspiration straight to your inbox!

ADD TO TRIP

Go to trip planner to manage your trips.

This page relies on JavaScript to function. Please enable it. Thank You! 🚀

south australian museum tours

HOWDY HOWDY HOWDY! WELCOME TO

The james museum, find your west, var d = new date(); var weekday = new array(7); weekday[0] = "open today 10am-5pm"; weekday[1] = "open today 10am-5pm"; weekday[2] = "open today 10am-8pm"; weekday[3] = "open today 10am-5pm"; weekday[4] = "open today 10am-5pm"; weekday[5] = "open today 10am-5pm"; weekday[6] = "open today 10am-5pm"; var n = weekday[d.getday()]; document.getelementbyid("opentime").innerhtml = n; class rocketelementoranimation{constructor(){this.devicemode=document.createelement("span"),this.devicemode.id="elementor-device-mode-wpr",this.devicemode.setattribute("class","elementor-screen-only"),document.body.appendchild(this.devicemode)}_detectanimations(){let t=getcomputedstyle(this.devicemode,":after").content.replace(/"/g,"");this.animationsettingkeys=this._listanimationsettingskeys(t),document.queryselectorall(".elementor-invisible[data-settings]").foreach(t=>{const e=t.getboundingclientrect();if(e.bottom>=0&&e.top e[t])];if("none"===n)return void t.classlist.remove("elementor-invisible");t.classlist.remove(n),this.currentanimation&&t.classlist.remove(this.currentanimation),this.currentanimation=n;let s=settimeout(()=>{t.classlist.remove("elementor-invisible"),t.classlist.add("animated",n),this._removeanimationsettings(t,e)},i);window.addeventlistener("rocket-startloading",function(){cleartimeout(s)})}_listanimationsettingskeys(t="mobile"){const e=[""];switch(t){case"mobile":e.unshift("_mobile");case"tablet":e.unshift("_tablet");case"desktop":e.unshift("_desktop")}const i=[];return["animation","_animation"].foreach(t=>{e.foreach(e=>{i.push(t+e)})}),i}_removeanimationsettings(t,e){this._listanimationsettingskeys().foreach(t=>delete e[t]),t.dataset.settings=json.stringify(e)}static run(){const t=new rocketelementoranimation;requestanimationframe(t._detectanimations.bind(t))}}document.addeventlistener("domcontentloaded",rocketelementoranimation.run);.

Daily: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesdays: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day

Purchase Tickets

Admissions discounts available to seniors, students, active military, teachers and youth under 18. Children under 6 are free.

BOOK A PRIVATE TOUR

Bring your group to explore The James Museum collection with one of our knowledgeable docents.

Location and Parking

Located in the heart of downtown St Pete at 150 Central Ave, St. Petersburg Florida. Parking available in the adjacent garage.

Become a Member

Access the galleries and special events with an annual membership.

Free Museum Day 2024

Saturday, September 21 | 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Explore The James Museum for free on Free Museum Day! We invite everyone to visit us free of charge on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Reserve your tickets online in advance to guarantee admission!

south australian museum tours

programs & events calendar

Join us for wide variety of engaging programs including gallery talks, movie screenings, book club, family art workshops and more!

south australian museum tours

ICONS & SYMBOLS OF THE BORDERLAND: ART FROM THE U.S.-MEXICO CROSSROADS

August 24, 2024 – January 19, 2025

Icons & Symbols of the Borderland: Art from the U.S.-Mexico Crossroads highlights the unique culture and rich tradition of the U.S.-Mexico border region. Featuring paintings, collage, neon, photos and sculpture, this exhibition explores the shared experiences of those living and working along this controversial landscape . Themes such as environment, borders , foodways , and the sacred and profane are highlighted, with recurring symbols contextualizing the collective iden tity of the borderland region .  

This exhibition is organized and curated by Diana Molina.

Mark Clark, S aludos Desde el Otro Lado , 2012 (oil on linen)

south australian museum tours

FROM FAR EAST TO WEST: THE CHINESE AMERICAN FRONTIER

VIRTUAL EXHIBITION

The entire  From Far East to West  exhibition, which was on view at The James Museum from October 14, 2023 to January 28, 2024, is now available as a virtual exhibition on  our website . The virtual tour offers an immersive experience, featuring a filmed overview of the exhibition by curator Emily Kapes, as well as an interactive map.

Immerse yourself in  stories  of  resiliency and  self- determination .  From the Gold Rush  and  the  Transcontinental Railroad to the development of Chinatowns and  Angel Island ,  the  contemporary  work of  Chinese   American artists   Hung Liu   ( 1948 – 2021 ) ,  Mian Situ,  Jie Wei Zhou and  Benjamin  Wu   transpor t s  viewers  back in time to gain  insig ht  into  what life was like  for early Chinese immigrants who helped build the American West.  

This exhibition is organized by The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art. 

Jie Wei Zhou (b. 1962),  Dragon Parade , 2012, oil on linen. The Tom and Mary James Collection. © Jie Wei Zhou. Photograph by Todd Bates.

south australian museum tours

Join Our Newsletter

Get regular updates about programs, our collection, exhibitions and more.

Biological sciences

Our biological sciences collections encompass a diverse range of fauna, from parasites to whales.

Mineral Sciences

The South Australian Museum is a global leader in research about opal and copper.

Quick Links

  • Facilities & tours
  • Access & inclusion
  • Health & safety
  • Terrace Eatery
  • Museum Shop

Opening times & location

The Museum has five floors and endless wonders to discover.

The Museum is located at North Terrace, Adelaide, next to the Art Gallery and the State Library.

Opening times

The Museum is open every day from 10am–5pm, including weekends and all public holidays except Christmas Day and Good Friday. We open at 12 noon on ANZAC Day (25 April).

The Museum Shop is open Monday - Sunday from 10am-4.45pm.

The Museum Café is open Monday - Sunday from 10am-4pm.

The coffee caravan on North Terrace is open Monday-Friday from 8am.

The Discovery Centre is open from 10:30am-2:30pm on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The Discovery Centre is currently unable to accept any donations or specimens for identification, visit Identification FAQs for more information.

Coming up next

Up next: Facilities & tours

IMAGES

  1. South Australian Museum Tours

    south australian museum tours

  2. South Australian Museum, Adelaide

    south australian museum tours

  3. South Australian Museum

    south australian museum tours

  4. The Best South Australian Museum Tours & Tickets 2020

    south australian museum tours

  5. South Australian Museum Tours

    south australian museum tours

  6. South Australian Museum, Adelaide

    south australian museum tours

COMMENTS

  1. Plan your visit

    The Museum is open every day from 10am-5pm, including weekends and all public holidays except Christmas Day and Good Friday. We open at 12 noon on ANZAC Day (25 April). The Museum Café is open 10am-4pm daily, including weekends. The Coffee Caravan is open from 8am Monday-Friday. The Museum Shop is open 10am-4.45pm daily, including weekends.

  2. South Australian Museum

    South Australia, Adelaide 5000. The South Australian Museum has five floors and endless wonders to discover. From the first signs of early complex life to the most comprehensive collection of Australian Aboriginal cultural material in the world, there is something for everyone at the Museum. The Museum is open Monday to Sunday 10am-5pm.

  3. Facilities & Tours

    The South Australian Museum is a global leader in research about opal and copper. Read more Research About. About the Museum. Our people. Governance. ... We are not able to offer group or guided tours at this time. Staffed cloaking facilities remain closed, however, a public storage box has been made available in the main foyer for the storage ...

  4. South Australian Museum, Adelaide

    16 South Australian Museum Cruises & boat tours. 17 South Australian Museum Family-friendly activities. 18 South Australian Museum Bachelor(ette) parties. 19 South Australian Museum Wine tasting & winery tours. 20 South Australian Museum National parks. Tours in Australia. 1 Sydney Tours. 2 Melbourne Tours.

  5. Tickets & Tours

    South Australian Museum Tours and Tickets. 7 Reviews. Free admission. One of the principal attractions of Adelaide's Cultural Precinct, the South Australian Museum is devoted to the region's natural and cultural history. The museum is best known for its impressive collection of Australian Aboriginal cultural items: the largest collection of ...

  6. South Australian Museum

    South Australian Museum. 1,448 reviews. #12 of 308 things to do in Adelaide. Natural History MuseumsHistory Museums. Closed now. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. The South Australian Museum has been committed to making Australia's natural and cultural heritage accessible, engaging and fun for over 150 years.

  7. South Australian Museum Tours and Tickets

    Find and book tours and tickets to South Australian Museum. Experience South Australian Museum by buying tickets with Viator. Free cancellation, payment options and millions of reviews.

  8. The South Australian Museum

    The South Australian Museum has been committed to making Australia's natural and cultural heritage accessible, engaging and fun for over 165 years. It is a place where families can learn and grow together. Today the Museum is one of the most visited museums in Australia and holds collections of national and international significance.

  9. South Australian Museum

    North Terrace, Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, 5000. Closed now. 088207 7500. [email protected]. www.samuseum.sa.gov.au. Visit Website. The South Australian Museum has five floors and endless history and objects to discover. From the first signs of early complex life to the most.

  10. Tickets & Tours

    South Australian Museum Tours and Tickets. 7 reviews. Free Admission. One of the principal attractions of Adelaide's Cultural Precinct, the South Australian Museum is devoted to the region's natural and cultural history. The museum is best known for its impressive collection of Australian Aboriginal cultural items: the largest collection of ...

  11. The BEST South Australian Museum Private tours 2024

    Book the most popular Private tours in South Australian Museum. Best price and money back guarantee! Read the reviews of your fellow travelers.

  12. South Australian Museum, Adelaide

    15 South Australian Museum Cruises & boat tours. 16 South Australian Museum Wine tasting & winery tours. 17 South Australian Museum Bachelor(ette) parties. 18 South Australian Museum For adults. 19 South Australian Museum Marine life. 20 South Australian Museum Rainy-day activities. Cities in Australia. 1 Sydney. 2 Melbourne. 3 Cairns.

  13. THE 10 BEST Museums in South Australia

    11. Steamtown Heritage Rail Centre. 237. Speciality Museums. By Getaway101938. The sound and light show is in a carriage and included a movie you watch which gives the history and background. 12. South Australian Maritime Museum. 250.

  14. South Australia

    South Australia (commonly abbreviated as SA) is a state in the southern central part of Australia.It covers some of the most arid parts of the country. With a total land area of 984,321 square kilometres (380,048 sq mi), [6] it is the fourth-largest of Australia's states and territories by area, and second smallest state by population. It has a total of 1.8 million people. [3]

  15. South Australian Museum

    The South Australian Museum has 11 galleries, with exhibits titled Australian Aboriginal Cultures, Pacific Cultures, Megafauna, Ediacaran Fossils, South Australian Biodiversity, and Minerals and Meteorites. There is also a Discovery Center, where interactive exhibits include a microEye video microscope, a live bee hive, and expert talks.

  16. South Australian Museum

    The South Australian Museum has been committed to making Australia's natural and cultural heritage accessible, engaging and fun for over 150 years. ... Full-Day Tour in South Australia Highlights. 107. Full-day Tours. from ₹9,864.27. per adult. Adelaide Hills Tour with River Murray Lunch Cruise. 99. Stand Up Paddleboarding.

  17. THE 10 BEST St. Petersburg Museums

    2024. 10. Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement. 46. Speciality Museums • Art Museums. Open now. By Brooklyn478. Stunning building with a wonderfully curated collection of arts and crafts furniture, tile, pottery and lamps. 2024.

  18. South Australian Museum, Adelaide

    Take in the views at Mt. Lofty and then visit Hahndorf. Meet your guide and embark on your half-day tour of Adelaide. See highlights, such as St. Peter's Cathedral, the cultural boulevard of North Terrace, the University of Adelaide, the South Australia Museum, the Art Gallery, the State Library, and the world-famous Adelaide Oval.

  19. The James Museum, Home

    HOWDY HOWDY HOWDY!WELCOME TO The James Museum OPEN DAILY FIND YOUR WEST The James Museum OPEN DAILY Daily: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMTuesdays: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PMClosed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day Purchase Tickets Admissions discounts available to seniors, students, active military, teachers and youth under 18. Children under 6 are free. BOOK A PRIVATE […]

  20. South Australian Museum

    The South Australian Museum has been committed to making Australia's natural and cultural heritage accessible, engaging and fun for over 150 years. ... Full-Day Tour in South Australia Highlights. 107. Full-day Tours. from . AU$169.00. per adult. Adelaide Hills Tour with River Murray Lunch Cruise. 99. Stand Up Paddleboarding. from .

  21. 3 days in St.Petersburg

    Purple line: Bukharestskaya, Obvodny Kanal, Mezhdunarodnaya, Zvenigorodskaya, Admiralteiskaya (the deepest metro station in Russia and the second deepest in the world, 102m), Sportivnaya. Map of Top 10 most beautiful metro stations in St.Petersburg. 1 - Avtovo; 2 - Kirovsky Zavod; 3 - Pushkinskaya; 4 - Mezhdunarodnaya; 5 ...

  22. South Australian Museum

    South Australian Museum. 1,447 reviews. #12 of 307 things to do in Adelaide. Natural History MuseumsHistory Museums. Closed now. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. The South Australian Museum has been committed to making Australia's natural and cultural heritage accessible, engaging and fun for over 150 years.

  23. Opening Times & Location

    Opening times. The Museum is open every day from 10am-5pm, including weekends and all public holidays except Christmas Day and Good Friday. We open at 12 noon on ANZAC Day (25 April). The Museum Shop is open Monday - Sunday from 10am-4.45pm. The Museum Café is open Monday - Sunday from 10am-4pm.