Speciality Museums in Brisbane

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  • Fritz O
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Opal Museum provides a wealth of beautiful exhibits and first hand information about the fascinating world of Australian opals. We took a guided tour with Tori, who was very, very knowledgeable and pleasant. Her enthusiasm about these Colorado gems was contagious.
    Written 5 November 2024
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  • GregTrav28
    Orlando, FL685 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Really enjoyed tue Lego Brickman dino exhibit. Didn't see much else of the museum but that exhibit was very cool even though it cost. Mainly geared for kids probably 6+ as our 5 year old didn't have the attention span dor some of the exhibits.
    Written 21 July 2024
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  • Sarah C
    Ashtead, UK1,304 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A lovely museum, which we hadn't realised was tucked into the Town Hall. Fascinating history and some quirky exhibits too. Do glad we came
    Written 29 February 2024
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  • Sharon L
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This place was awesome!! Truely a hidden gem of brisbane.

    The lady greeting us at the counter was very cheery, and the other staff were polite, super friendly and willing to explain parts of the exhibits to us whenever we had questions. They were very knowledgeable and passionate.

    The museum building has so much to look at and learn about. The exhibits are amazing.
    The real star of the show is the HMAS Diamantina! I had so much fun walking through this ship!! There is so much attention to detail, so many decks and rooms to explore. So much fun and totally worth the visit!
    Written 21 September 2024
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  • Alice R
    Hobart, Australia8,926 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Didn't come here to see the house but lovely outside and surrounds within the park. Free parking available when visiting. Pleasantly surprised by the themed children's park.
    Written 3 December 2020
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  • Mark T
    Brisbane, Australia77 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a surprise at this lovely place. Brisbane history preserved, although the trams weren't running it is still worth a visit and we will return when they are running. Special mention to Max our tour guide, very informative, job well done.An easy walk from Ferny Grove Train Station and a nice ale at the Ferry Grove Tavern afterwards.
    Written 6 October 2024
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  • Rebecca
    Adelaide, Australia2,215 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth it given the proximity to other attractions such as the Botanic gardens and near the bridge to the south bank. It is free to look through and the building itself is quaint and historic. There is a Robinson art exhibition upstairs currently
    Written 4 January 2021
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  • Anthony S
    Coombabah, Australia1,172 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This museum is a great little free museum that is packed full of easy to read information and history. Lots of exhibits. The museum is very quiet so you can wander around at your own pace. It is hidden away in the Roma St Police station. However there is signs for it when you enter. Heaps of public transport close by including the Roma St Train Station and Bus Stop
    Written 2 June 2021
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  • Heather
    Brisbane, Australia129 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great morning at the Brisbane Motor Museum, some lovely restored vehicles. Check the website, exhibition changes every couple of months.
    Written 26 September 2024
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  • Pete D
    Western Australia, Australia185 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This historic house is a short 30min bus ride from Brisbane CBD and is a great example of a character Queenslander house that has been owned and maintained by a volunteer women’s group for many years. The house and it’s furniture represent a treasure trove of interesting antiques and historic objects. The volunteer staff are very helpful and knowledgeable. Expect to spend an hour or so here. Perhaps longer if you partake in the cream teas.
    Written 5 November 2019
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  • EndlessTravels
    Greater Melbourne, Australia38,706 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    open on sundays and tucked away in fortitude valley is this amazing military museum that honors the service of queenslanders
    Written 3 December 2017
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  • robpol
    Brisbane, Australia6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Although on a small footprint, in the absence of atriums, gift shops and cafes, every square inch is devoted to the title of the museum. We have been to a number of motor museums and yet we learned fascinating new facts about the history of racing cars and bikes. The volunteers are passionate about the history of the displays and are happy to tell you as much as you'd like to know. My 15 year old son and I both enjoyed our visit. We'll be recommending this museum to our friends.
    Written 17 August 2018
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  • Greg C
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very interesting small museum that has hands on working displays of a lot of Telecommunications equipment dating back to the late 19th century. Very knowledgeable friendly guides.
    Written 19 September 2019
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  • Rebecca
    Adelaide, Australia2,215 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went when they had a butterfly and moth exhibit as well as general school holiday programs. Lots to see and well organized
    Written 9 January 2024
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  • foxan
    Bengkulu Province, Indonesia1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Incredible natural in our world, this view is in our region, we call air putih yang berdekatan kolam
    Written 1 March 2021
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