Sir John Monash Centre — Attraction in Amiens

The Visitor Centre is not immediately visible, as it was built partially underground to maintain the visual harmony of the memorial and the cemetery. Just before you enter, you will come across several interesting trench signs that are definitely worth a moment of your time.

As you walk in, you step into a beautifully designed, interactive space. The centre opened in 2018 and is named after General Sir John Monash, one of Australia’s most important military leaders during the First World War.

Visitors are given a tablet and headphones at the entrance. These automatically play audio and video content based on where you are in the building. The experience is immersive, with powerful audiovisual rooms, large video walls, interactive maps and personal stories that bring history to life.

The centre does a wonderful job of connecting with younger generations and helping them understand the sacrifices made by Australian soldiers in France. It succeeds in doing this with respect, clarity and impact. For a place with free admission, it offers an incredible amount of valuable information.

If you need a short break, there is a café on-site where you can enjoy a drink and a small bite before continuing your journey through the region. Be sure to visit this place, it is truly worth your time.

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One can only be moved emotionally by this centre and the cemetery. I'm proud as an Australian and sad as well. Such young men all gone too early and for what when it comes down to it. WW2, yes, the Nazis had to be stopped, but why did hundreds of thousands of men from all sides die for in WW1? At any rate, this centre is amazing and God bless John Monash. What needs to be done though is a free shuttle bus from Amiens to people wishing to see the centre and that would be appreciated. Trains are slow or hit and miss from Amiens to Villers B so we got a taxi from Amiens to take us and it was the most expensive taxi ride I've taken and I've been in London cabs and New York cabs as well. So fellow travellers be ready for that. Thank you Australian authorities for getting this centre built and thank you people of France for looking after and respecting our Australian boys lying...

If I could give it 10 Stars, I would. Huge thanks to the staff today for going above and beyond to help us make our visit so special! Thank you Director Ben. Do some research before you go, you won’t be disappointed. We easily spent 4hrs here and could have done another two but for the Snow. Have been to the Canberra War Memorial and Albany ANZAC Centre and this is of the same calibre. Wonderful!! My only points of constructive suggestion would be including the role of Soldiers in the reconstruction of the V-B Township, School and Hall and the importance of the location during the 2nd WW. Plenty to keep teens, young adults and older well-engaged. Hats off to the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a well run memorial and beautifully kept all year round. Spring/Summer/Autumn/Winter go whenever you can. Highly Recommend!! Will return...