Family trails
Explore, discover and learn with these self-guided trails.
Our family trails are a fun way to learn about Old Parliament House and our exhibitions at your own pace, with activities and challenges for everyone.
Discovery trail
Pick up a museum map at reception and follow the Discovery Trail around Old Parliament House. Complete the 7 challenges and get your map stamped in King's Hall when you finish.
Behind the Lines
Collect a family trail board at our Behind the Lines exhibition and look for the clues in the cartoons. Think about how cartoonists come up with their funny ideas.
Truth, Power and a Free Press
Use your detective skills in our Truth, Power and a Free Press exhibition. Learn about the important work journalists do and crack a code.
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Home Away From Home
On this tour discover how Old Parliament House became a home away from home for its politicians.
Book launch: A Loo of One's Own
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Yours Faithfully
Use vintage typewriters to share your ideas.
Happy and Glorious
Souvenirs and stories from Queen Elizabeth’s 1954 visit to Old Parliament House.
Government Party Room
The room where party members worked quietly and debated loudly.