As part of Earth Science Week 2026, Parliament House is partnering with Geoscience Australia to present Parliament House Rocks, a special family-friendly tour exploring the remarkable geology of Australia's iconic Parliament House.
Led by Geoscience Australia's Chief Scientist, Dr Steve Hill, this tour will uncover the fascinating stories behind the building's stones, granites and marbles.
On this family-friendly tour, Dr Hill will reveal how stones from Australia and around the world were carefully selected to help tell our national story. Along the way, you'll discover the geology behind the building's architecture, artwork, cultural symbolism and surrounding landscape. See how geology, history and design come together at one of Australia's most significant buildings.
As the majority of the tour is outside, please dress appropriately for the weather conditions.