The ANZ Banking Museum

The ANZ Banking Museum offers a free, self-guided look at the history of banking in Melbourne. Housed within ANZ’s Gothic Bank, the museum sits in a building that first opened for business in 1887, during a period of rapid growth and change in the city. The building was designed by architect William Wardell and is recognised on the site as one of Australia’s significant historic buildings.

The Gothic Bank was originally built for the English, Scottish and Australian Chartered Bank, alongside the former Melbourne Stock Exchange. Following a two-year restoration and refurbishment, it has reopened as an ANZ Specialist Hub with the public museum incorporated into the site. The result is a heritage setting that continues to operate alongside contemporary banking services.

Visitors can explore the museum independently during its stated weekday opening hours, with an ANZ concierge available to provide guidance. Entry is free, making it a straightforward option for solo visitors, history-minded groups or anyone interested in Melbourne’s built heritage. The venue is listed in Southbank, Melbourne, while the museum’s own information places the Gothic Bank at the corner of Queen and Collins Streets in the CBD.

Tours of the Verdon Chambers, described as the former residence, and the Safe Deposit Building are not currently available. For questions before visiting, the museum directs enquiries to its concierge email. It is best suited to visitors looking for a brief cultural stop focused on architecture, banking history and the ongoing conservation of a notable Melbourne building.