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Experience highlights The experience
World's Most Successful Exhibition, Now in Melbourne
The world's most successful travelling exhibition arrives in Melbourne for the first time, having already captivated over 58 million visitors across 175 cities worldwide.
How happiness impacts the body
Discover how happiness physically impacts the body through interactive displays, including the Anatomical Mirror.
Real human specimens & plastinates
Explore real human specimens and iconic whole-body plastinates, preserved through Gunther von Hagens' plastination process.
Brain, heart & foetal development
Journey through dedicated areas exploring brain, heart, and foetal development.
Complexity, fragility, resilience
Celebrate the body's complexity, fragility, and resilience.
Gallery The Anatomy of Happiness, Up Close
On the day Your visit, step by step
Book your ticket
Choose your date and time in the ticket selector. Adult, Senior/Student, Child, Family and Group bundles available.
Show up & scan in
Present your ticket via the Fever App for contactless validation at The District Docklands, Docklands VIC.
Explore with the audio guide
Self-paced visit of about 1 hour. A free audio guide is available via QR codes throughout — bring your own headphones.
Reviews Hear from people who've visited
4.7/5
based on 2460 reviews
Maxine H.
jun 2026
Very interesting, Well educational & layed out.
Sophie E.
jun 2026
Staff were amazing and so kind and welcoming, exhibit was so interesting and informative, will definitely be coming again
Eveline G.
jun 2026
Fabulous display, great to learn more about our bodies. Loved every minute.
alphaomega
jun 2026
Truly awesome as i only see this on books but now its in real life, highly recommended to see
Irma D.
jun 2026
Very informative
Maddy A.
jun 2026
One of the most fascinating expos I've been to - spent a long time here just reading and observing everything! Definitely recommend!
Katie M.
jun 2026
What an amazing experience for our whole family. Unbeatable learning experience!
Luisa S.
jun 2026
Loved it 😄
Tweettams M.
jun 2026
It was fascinating and mesmerizing.
Robyn H.
jun 2026
Love it, each exhibit was well explained. It was fascinating
Bev B.
jun 2026
Very interesting exhibition
Natalie G.
jun 2026
I found this experience to be very interesting, confronting, fascinating and marvel at how wonderful the mechanics of the human body are. Very humbling and grateful for our body.
Sarah H.
jun 2026
What an incredible experience! Fascinating & educational. Highly recommend.
Carina G.
jun 2026
Very good educational and informative
Sim V.
jun 2026
Super interesting and really well set up.
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In short What to expect
BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness arrives in Melbourne for the first time — after captivating 58 million visitors over 175 cities. Explore real human specimens, interactive features like the Anatomical Mirror, and discover how joy transforms the body. A powerful, inspiring journey through anatomy, emotion, and health that will change how you see yourself, inside and out.
About the venueThe District Docklands
The District Docklands is a modern and versatile event space located in Melbourne's Docklands precinct. With indoor and outdoor spaces, including a large plaza, exhibition hall and multipurpose event space, it's suitable for a range of events.
Address
Level 1/116 Studio Lane, Docklands VIC, Australia, 3008
Parking
Secure, undercover multi-level parking is available on-site at The District Docklands (East and West car parks).
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible, with restrooms on-site and limited seating throughout.
FAQs Solving your doubts
Should I be aware of any content before I visit?
The exhibition is suitable for all ages, but some exhibits and installations — including real human specimens — contain mature content.
Is there an age requirement?
All ages are welcome. Children up to 3 years old don't need a ticket.
How long does the visit take?
Approximately 1 hour, self-paced.
Is the venue indoor or outdoor?
The exhibition is held indoors, in an air-conditioned venue.
Will there be an audio guide?
Yes, a free audio guide is available via QR code on site — bring your own headphones.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible.
Where can I park?
Secure, undercover multi-level parking is available on-site at The District Docklands (East and West car parks).
Do I need to print my ticket?
No, your contactless ticket is validated directly in the Fever App.
Can I change my date or get a refund?
Date/time changes are allowed up to 48 hours before your visit; refunds are not allowed, except as required under Australian Consumer Law.
Can I make a group booking?
For school visits, healthcare professionals, corporate groups and other groups of 15+ people, use the group-bookings link in the Links of interest section below.
Will there be strobe lights?
No, there are no strobe lights used in the exhibition.
Links of interest