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Palace Electric Cinemas (couple trip)

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How Couple-Friendly is Palace Electric Cinemas?

89%Couple-Friendly
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What makes it 89% Couple-Friendly: The licensed bar, plush seating, and late preview nights create a relaxed date atmosphere, and private hire options add romance, while central location means minimal logistical stress.

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Reviews4.4/ 5
(from 1,348 reviews)

Positives:

  • Diverse Film Selection: Eight screens feature art-house, indie and blockbuster films daily.
  • On-site Bar: Full bar service means you don’t need to leave the venue for drinks.

Challenges:

  • Weekend Sell-Outs: Popular evening sessions fill up quickly; book at least 48 hours ahead.
  • Premium Private Hire: Private screenings start from around A$900 and require advance booking.
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What is Palace Electric Cinemas?

  • A Palace Cinemas venue in Canberra’s NewActon precinct housing eight fully licensed auditoriums devoted to art-house, international and mainstream film exhibitions
  • A repurposed industrial warehouse reimagined as an industrial-chic complex featuring polished concrete floors and minimalist black-and-white décor
  • An integrated entertainment hub comprising a Prosecco Bar and an adjacent espresso café alongside its screening rooms

What is so special about Palace Electric Cinemas for couple trip?

  1. Eight intimate screens offering art-house, indie and blockbuster films
  2. Stylish Prosecco Bar for pre/post-film drinks and snacks
  3. Exclusive festival events with complimentary beverages
  4. Option to hire a private cinema for special occasions
  5. Member perks including free tickets and discounted rates

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Allows time for a full screening, pre/post-film drinks at the Prosecco Bar, and special preview events.

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Couple-Friendly Activities in Palace Electric Cinemas

Romantic Movie Night:

Choose an art-house, international or new blockbuster screening in one of eight fully licensed cinemas.

Tip: Book weekend showtimes online early to secure best seats in the center rows.

Prosecco Bar Experience:

Sip Prosecco, wine or cocktails before or after the film in a stylish bar.

Tip: Arrive 30 minutes before showtime to grab a window seat and try a bar snack.

Festival & Preview Events:

Attend special screenings like the Awards Season Preview with a complimentary drink on arrival.

Tip: Check the cinema’s events calendar weekly and book festival tickets early.

Private Screening Hire:

Rent an entire cinema for an intimate anniversary or proposal night.

Tip: Enquire at least two weeks in advance and ask about custom media playback options.

When is the best time to visit Palace Electric Cinemas (Canberra, Australia)?

Plan around film festival seasons (e.g. April’s French Film Festival) for free drinks and exclusive previews.

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Reviews of Palace Electric Cinemas (Canberra)

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Jack D

Jack D

Aug 2025

Great movie theatre venue but let down by 2 negatively impacting things affecting our experience. A green, small but very noticeable dot on the screen (cinema 2), also we had 2 people who knocked over their drinks because there’s no proper drink holders. Also there’s insufficient space for drinks and food, you can’t even fit 2 large drinks on the holders. Otherwise the venue and staff were great...

Andrew Ford

Andrew Ford

Jul 2025

Used to really enjoy watching films at Palace, but the upkeep of the place has taken a turn for the worse. The cinema I sat in was in an absolute state. The chairs were filthy with stains on them, some of them were missing arm rests, and there were a whole bunch of loose chairs sitting in the front row that someone hadn't bother to collect and stash away. Place seems to be understaffed - I don't o...

Cassie Eichner

Cassie Eichner

Jun 2025

Went to watch “How to train your Dragon” Friday night. The overall experience was disgusting, sitting in “cinema 7” which hadn’t even been cleaned - bin was full, wine glasses everywhere, popcorn all over the seats and floors which my partner swept up. Not to mention the audio cut out in the movie for about 30-45 seconds. Clearly need to be focusing more on the cleanliness of things rather than th...

N S

N S

May 2025

We went last night. The condition of cinema is atrocious. Seats were filthy. Arm rest were missing. Seat comfort was poor. Won’t be going again. Can’t rate zero.

K Spedding

K Spedding

Mar 2025

Love seeing movies here, makes it feel like an event. Just attended the special screening, in French, of The Count of Monte Cristo. Fantastic atmosphere complete with a serving of 3 French treats & a glass of wine. Great staff too even when they are overrun with patrons!

Typical Budget for a Couple (2 Adults)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Weekend film tickets for twoAUD 56
Two Prosecco or wine glassesAUD 24
Bar snackAUD 10
Total EstimatedAUD 90

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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How to Maximize Your Visit to Palace Electric Cinemas

  1. Join Palace Movie Club: Pay A$13.50/year to get one free ticket and discounted pricing on future bookings.
  2. Use the App: Buy tickets via the Palace Cinemas app to skip the ticket line and choose exact seats.
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Map of Palace Electric Cinemas

Address: 2 Phillip Law St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia

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About Palace Electric Cinemas

Opening Hours

Monday:10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

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Phone Number

+61 2 6222 4900

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