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- M NMelbourne, Australia32 contributionsFriendly, helpful staff and headsets which made the Hyde Park Barracks come alive.
We both enjoyed our visit immensely and were very impressed with the variety and standard of all the displays.Written 22 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Pearl BBeachport, Australia31 contributionsWe spent 5 hours here and could have stayed longer. So well laid out and immaculate. The reverberations downstairs was amazing, thought provoking and so moving. I am so grateful these amazing people are telling their stories. Thankyou 🙏 The self serve coffee shop is really good and nice to have a break. All the staff and volunteers were very friendly. Thankyou to everyone involved in creating and running this fantastic museum.Written 23 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EM C1 contributionSmall Museum with great snippets and exhibit artifacts of Australian history, specifically about “the Rocks” area.
Definitely a great stop by to go to!Written 10 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Daydream448324708567 contributionsI come to the Justice and Police Museum every time I visit Sydney. The exhibitions are always fascinating and the setting in the old Police Station, court room and cells are what truly makes this a must do when in Sydney.
My only complaint is the opening hours. Please please please open more than just of a weekend. So many people miss out because they are there mid week. I watched many people walk away disappointed because you were closed!Written 28 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jeffry bEssendon, Australia13,793 contributionsElizabeth Farm is a heritage building, dating from 1793, making it the oldest European building in Australia. The pioneering Macarthur family, founded by John and Elizabeth, lived here and raised their family. Elizabeth was instrumental in pioneering Australia's wool industry. It is said that "Australia rides on the sheep' back." Elizabeth farm is a public museum.Written 6 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AllanJGJWellington, New Zealand3,822 contributionsA handsome Georgian building with a range of facilities inside including the Tourist Office but what particularly appealed to us was the vegetation in the forecourt which included wheat and vegetables & herbs as well as a range of flowers. Really innovative and very cheery.Written 19 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Peter MMelbourne, Australia1,301 contributionsThis museum is in the Reserve Bank Building and has the history of Australian currency since the first settlement was established in 1788 through to the present day. Notes and coins are displayed. It is free to visit. The Reserve Bank Building was bult 1961-1964 and is on the State Heritage Register.Written 2 May 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Maria GCape Town Central, South Africa12 contributionsI was there on Thursday the 10th August, and I was elated by the excellent service at the main entrance when my students got the chance to speak with Archaeologist Lise Pyers.
Not only is she very knowledgeable and sociable , but also a caring host.
My students were very happy about the whole experience thanks to her guidance and services.
I’ll definitely visit again with other classes from ILSC School.
I highly recommend the place as an excursion destination for both locals and tourists as well.Written 12 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Peter MMelbourne, Australia1,301 contributionsThis is also has an address of 279 Castlereagh Street Sydney. The entry is free and open from 8-30 to 4-30pm. It has a collection of over 200 years of archives, Museum,Gallery,library and the hidden mysteries and secrets of Freemasonry. The building is a fine example of Brutalist Architecture.Written 23 April 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- OliviaphLondon, UK18 contributionsI visited the Macleay museum on a rainy sydney afternoon, and I was so glad that I did. It's a lovely little museum with very interesting exhibits ! I would recommend a visit to anyone, especially if you are already at the university to see the Nicholson museum it is a must !Written 29 October 2015This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nieuwendyk3 contributionseasy to access from hotels and staff were friendly plus on time. they also explained things well. well doneWritten 15 August 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sydney
- These places are best for history museums in Sydney:
- Hyde Park Barracks
- Sydney Jewish Museum
- The Rocks Discovery Museum
- Justice & Police Museum
- Customs House
- These are the best places for kid-friendly history museums in Sydney:See more history museums for children in Sydney on Tripadvisor
- These are the best places for budget-friendly history museums in Sydney:
- Sydney Jewish Museum
- Hyde Park Barracks
- The Rocks Discovery Museum
- Justice & Police Museum
- Customs House