Parliament House visiting hours vary depending on the specific country and building you wish to visit. Here is information for several prominent Parliament Houses:
Australian Parliament House (Canberra):
- Open every day except Christmas Day.
- Hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on non-sitting days, and 8:30 am to 6:00 pm on sitting days.
- Admission is free. Tickets may be needed for special exhibitions and events.
- After 6 pm, members of the public may attend the public galleries while chambers are in session.[3]
Parliament House Singapore:
- Public access is allowed during Parliament sittings, which usually commence at 1:30 pm and continue until adjournment.
- Admission Orders are issued on a first-come-first-served basis at the Public Entrance Lobby.
- Public tours are available; see the official website for tour schedules.[1]
U.S. Capitol Visitor Center (Washington, D.C.):
- Open Monday-Saturday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Closed Sundays.
- Guided tours are available. Reservations are recommended but not required; same-day passes may be available if you arrive before 2:30 pm.[6]
Parliament of Victoria (Melbourne, Australia):
- Public tours run only when Parliament is not sitting.
- Tours last about 45 minutes and are free.
- Tours fill up fast; arrive at least 30 minutes early.
- Photo ID is required.[5]
Legislative Assembly of British Columbia (Victoria, Canada):
- Free guided and self-guided tours are available Monday to Friday year-round.
- During summer (May 19–Aug 31), also open on weekends with extended hours.
- Tours generally run 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. Security check required.[4]
Always check the official website of the specific Parliament House for the most up-to-date hours and requirements, as schedules may change due to sittings or special events.