Old Parliament House

18 King George Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia

4.6(5,534 reviews)
Old Parliament House, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory

Old Parliament House is a museum in Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5,534 visitor reviews. It ranks #1 of 6 landmarks in Parkes.

Old Parliament House at a glance

Category
Museums
Rating
4.6 / 5
Reviews
5,534
Parkes rank
#1 of 6
National rank
#62 of 489

About Old Parliament House

Old Parliament House is one of 6 catalogued landmarks in Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, sitting within the museums category. Among Parkes's landmarks it currently ranks #1 by visitor review volume, placing it among the city's most visited attractions.

Visitors rate Old Parliament House 4.6 out of 5 across 5,534 reviews — an exceptional rating that puts it in the top tier of Australian landmarks. Within the museums category nationally it ranks #8 by review volume. Ratings on this site come from Google Maps visitor data and are refreshed periodically, so the figure above reflects recent visitor experience rather than a one-off snapshot.

On the national stage, Old Parliament House ranks #62 of 489 Australian landmarks by review volume — the top 13%, putting it well ahead of most Australian landmarks for visitor attention. Within Australian Capital Territory it sits at #4 of 20, and within the museums category it holds #8 of 54 Australia-wide. Its 4.6 rating runs above the museums average of 4.57, right in line with what visitors expect of this type of attraction.

Old Parliament House is located at 18 King George Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia. The official website, linked above, is the best source for current opening hours and any entry requirements. Use the directions link for navigation, and the nearby and similar landmark lists below to fill out the rest of your time in Parkes. For the wider context, the Parkes city page ranks all 6 local landmarks side by side, and the Museums category page compares Old Parliament House with similar attractions across Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Old Parliament House worth visiting?
Old Parliament House is a museum in Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5,534 visitor reviews. It ranks #1 of 6 landmarks in Parkes.
Where is Old Parliament House?
Old Parliament House is located at 18 King George Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia.
What type of landmark is Old Parliament House?
Old Parliament House is categorised as museum. You can explore more museums across Australia on Landmarks Australia.
How highly is Old Parliament House rated?
Old Parliament House holds a 4.6 out of 5 rating from 5,534 visitor reviews — placing it among the highest-rated landmarks in Australia.
How popular is Old Parliament House?
By visitor review volume, Old Parliament House ranks #62 of 489 landmarks in Australia (top 13%), #4 of 20 in Australian Capital Territory, and #1 of 6 in Parkes.
How does Old Parliament House compare to other museums?
Among 54 museums catalogued across Australia, Old Parliament House ranks #8 by review volume, and its 4.6 rating beats the category average of 4.57.
What landmarks are near Old Parliament House?
The closest landmarks to Old Parliament House are Magna Carta Place (308 m away), Captain Cook Memorial Jet (1.2 km away), National Carillon (1.2 km away). All six nearest landmarks are listed in the distance table below.
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Closest Landmarks by Distance

  1. Magna Carta Place308 m
  2. Captain Cook Memorial Jet1.2 km
  3. National Carillon1.2 km
  4. Captain Cook Memorial Globe1.3 km
  5. Captain James Cook Memorial1.3 km
  6. National Capital Exhibition1.3 km

Rankings based on visitor ratings and review counts. Last updated October 2026.