Australian Museum
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Australian Museum
Australian Museum
Australian Museum
Australian Museum
Discover & Get to Know
Australian Museum
Highlights
The Australian Museum is a great place for anyone who loves learning about animals and nature. It's Australia's first museum and has been around since 1827! From giant dinosaur bones to living animals in the wild, you’ll see it all. Don’t miss the Wild Planet exhibition, where you can learn about all the amazing creatures that live in our world and how they depend on each other!
You can also explore Australia’s rich Aboriginal history and see some of its strangest animals up close. It’s fun and educational all in one!
Things to do
- Educational experience
- Sight-seeing
- Self-guided tours
- Guided tours
- Exhibitions
- Events
More info & what's here
- Cafe
- Shop
- Information desk
- Lockers
- Toilets
What You Need To know
Guidelines
- Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the museums website for the most up to date information on entry fees, opening and closing times.
- See the museums website for up to date information on current exhibits and events.
- Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- Visit the museums website for a full list of entry conditions and museum guidelines.
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Location
Getting to Australian Museum
Address: Australian Museum, 1 William Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
Website: https://australianmuseum.net.au
Common Questions
Australian Museum FAQ
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Is the Australian Museum fun for kids?
Yes! There are dinosaur skeletons, animals, fossils and cool interactive exhibits.
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Can we touch anything in the museum?
Some displays have hands-on parts made just for kids to explore and learn.
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Are there special exhibits for children?
Yes, they often run family programs, school holiday events and junior science areas.
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Is the museum easy to walk around?
Yes, there are lifts, ramps and plenty of space for kids to move around.
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