Museum of Sydney is a small museum located close to harbor. It offers some interesting collection of arts and history of Sydney, NSW, and Australia. Free entry on weekend with friendly staff. They offer old movies from Sydney which makes the visit really amazing and full of insights over the development of Sydney over years. While not comparable with Power-house or Australian Museum, still full of some interesting pieces of history and evolution of Sydney. 1h is enough to explore the museum. Recommended!

It is not big museum. It takes 30 minutes to visit. There is no admission fee. There are exhibits about the city of Sidney in the past. Learned and have many interesting things.

Entry free for city explorers during the weekend. Clean and well organized contemporary museum in Sydney. Also staffs are friendly and professional. Recommended.

This is a must visit location. You could easily spend the day here discovering all sorts of interesting exhibition's. Plenty of educational resources for yourself and family. A great place to learn more about the history of our wonderful planet and the diversity it has to offer. There are always new updated exhibition's to discover.

As far as museums go I would rate this 1/10. There are 2 small floors of exhibits. One includes a tv show about native culture and some model boats. The second is an artist's outfits on models. Genuinely no artifacts or physical historical items here. Would not waste $15

Really small museum, not a lot of info. There is a section about the First Fleet which was interesting, then some info on the first governors mansion on which the site stands. Then upstairs there are information boards about some of the local people & tribes who were there when the British arrived, but not much about their history. Nothing about the development of the city over the years which is a shame. There are a couple of art spaces which are really good but seem out of place in a city museum

This is the most see museum, which is close to the Sydney Harbor. There is no cost for the entrance, the building itself off three-story, and you can see a wide range of displays. Nice bathrooms, but only on the ground floors. There are several theaters where you can watch about how, the harbor was built all the city itself was designed 🏛️ The Museum of Sydney is a captivating journey through the city's rich history and culture! With interactive exhibits and fascinating artifacts, it offers an immersive experience for all ages. Exploring the museum with family and friends is a great way to spend a day, as it provides valuable insights into Sydney's past and present. Don't miss this cultural gem on your next visit to the city! 🏙️🗺️ #MuseumOfSydney #HistoryAndCulture #MustVisit

Free to the public, has a few great films and other historical reference to the city, including the world renowned Opera House. Be sure to watch the 3-5 minute film at the entrance, and leave a small appreciation note or drawing before you leave.

Museum of Sydney had a really great exhibition about the Sydney Opera House. I liked the Lego Opera House and the other diaramas. It was also free entry. A worthy stop if you are in the nearby Circular Quay.

Had a great experience here with the kids. The guide at the entrance was very engaging and obviously passionate about the museum and it’s history. The first floor dealt with the Government house and the second floor had some separate exhibitions which were both interesting. We were really happy with the experience.

Its a modern museum that is build on and around the sites of the 1st Government house. Great place to spend your time on the introduction of Sydney’s history and culture. Take the opportunity on a history trip as free admission on the weekends till end of Jun22

The name doesn't actually give any indication of what you will find there. More or less, it's a highly condensed collection of recent historically items from Sydney, with a concentration on the first government house (the museum's original location) and related legacy. Sincerity, I was stunned! Definitely Sydney history, nature related is far richer than these. Once more, the museum doesn't really emphasize anything about indigenous people, their ancestry, or how they helped create the Sydney we see today. Although I learned that admission is free on weekends, even this shouldn't be enough to entice people to go. Avoid wasting time.

Great free activity. There’s a Sydney opera house exhibit with a detailed Lego replica. I learned a lot about the first fleet and they had detailed miniatures of each ship. It was a really informative experience.

(Translated by Google) An exciting visit to the history of Sidney through its past to the present day. (Original) Une visite passionnante sur l'histoire de Sidney à travers son passé jusqu'à nos jours.

The museum is pretty small, but has lots of interesting things. The staff is unbelievably knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. It will probably take 1 hour to see everything. Also, I bought a book and, unlike other museums, it was not overpriced

Visited this museum on a Sunday unplanned. We just casually walked in as we were roaming sydney city. Entry is free on weekends! Lovely experience. Got to see and learn abt a bit of Aboriginal culture. Very educational and enjoyable indeed.

I like the museum, it was smaller then I thought it would be. The staff where great and very helpful. Loved the gift store and brought a couple of things

This museum has three floors. The exhibition was mostly about the First Fleet and the history of the Sydney Opera House. Free entry for everyone.

Thoroughly enjoyed the Sydney history, with great facilities to help us, tourists, understand and appreciate the experience. Audio recording and videos are also available, and artefacts are well-preserved. The staff are really really nice too!

I would really recommend this place if you are interested in knowing about the history of Australia then go for it. When we visited the place then it was celebrating 50 years of Opera House and had a video going which had some history about it. You can learn about history and start of Australia. 🇦🇺 it was an amazing experience and worth going there. Not a very big place and can be covered in 30 mins if you are not covering all the videos.

Welcomed by employees at information desk. They explained it's tiny building, fair enough. I don't have to book from website (I don't want to) and it's ok to visit *walk in. Surprise it's free of charge. 2nd floor mostly information about the Opera House. There is lift for easy access. Toilets are clean, it's important for me. Anyway, good enough to see around and spend time near Circular Quay area.

Pleasantly surprised that entrance was free. I really enjoyed sitting down and watching the various documentaries, particularly the one about the Opera House. It was so nice and chill on the lounge in a Sydney themed living room!

Disappointing museum, mostly because it is so small! Their website makes the visit seems worth it, but the website is more complete than the exhibits on the premises. For instance, as for the first fleet there are the 11 miniature boats (no pictures please!) and nothing else. The 30 minute guided tour was fine and earns the visit the third star. Look at the website, learn more, and save yourself 15 AUD.

I somehow expected rather more info on Sydney, on the history and tons of more info about the Aboriginals. 90% of floorplace is dedicated to the last 200 years and one from to the 40 000 years before that. And then having a dedicated room on a guest exhibition, photos of buildings form all around the world, I think I'm not sure about the concept of the museum.

15$ for a small museum was a little too much. For me, this isn't a must place to go. You can skip it if you'd like. However, this museum does have a fair share of history that you might want to know about Sydney. It was interesting, nonetheless. Hence, 3/5.

Good museum with good history of Sydney, however very small for the $15 price tag. Not a must do, but if you have the historic pass for the city, not a bad place to visit

(Translated by Google) There was a lot of things to see and see (Original) 신박하고 볼것이 많았어요

Wonderful place. We even got the entry free as part of A promotion!

Nice museum. I found the cost for entry a bit high for how small I thought the museum was. Watched the short film of Australian history in one of the rooms which I found to be good. A few exhibits that were good for the little ones. Would definitely check out some new museums before heading back again.

Although a little small but still a good museum💕

Very interesting museum. Gives a sense of place to Sydney and surrounding area in terms of historical events (first fleet through to recent history). Interactive displays and we enjoyed the Aboriginal interpretation of songlines.

Nice exhibition, friendly staff, but the place is so small and sosen't worth the money. There are so many other free exhibits for kids that you don't need to spend money on Sydney one

Not a very big museum but deffinatly a good free thing to do in sydney the westpack odd things collection was super amazing and interesting they had a massive collection of well taxidermy animals which i appreciated

Relatively small museum, but very informative & interesting throughout.

Located on the site of Australia's first Government House, the Museum of Sydney offers insight into the history and culture of this incredible city. Visitors will be fascinated by exhibits showcasing Indigenous knowledge that span different periods throughout the centuries. Entry is free.

Small museum with history of Sydney.. The highlights were the models of the first fleet vessels. Such intricate details of these models... Wish I could buy a miniature version of these... The section with the maps of Sydney and how it's changed over the time war also pretty interesting.... Disappointed coz did want to go to the rooftop restaurant but got late... Maybe next time

The Museum of Sydney is a fascinating cultural institution that provides visitors with a unique insight into the history and culture of Sydney. The museum is located in a historic building that was once the site of the first Government House of New South Wales, making it an important part of Sydney's heritage. One of the main reasons people love the Museum of Sydney is because of its fascinating exhibitions. The museum houses a range of permanent and temporary exhibitions that explore different aspects of Sydney's history and culture. Visitors can learn about everything from the early days of Sydney's settlement to the city's vibrant contemporary arts scene. Another reason people love the Museum of Sydney is because of its engaging programs and events. The museum offers a range of educational programs, talks, and workshops that are designed to inspire and educate visitors of all ages. The Museum of Sydney is also located in a prime position in the heart of the city, making it easily accessible to visitors from all over the world. Its location means that visitors can easily explore the many other attractions that Sydney has to offer, including the nearby Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Overall, the Museum of Sydney is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in exploring the rich history and culture of one of Australia's most vibrant and dynamic cities. From its fascinating exhibitions to its engaging programs and events, there is something for everyone at this remarkable cultural institution.

A small local history museum of Sydney. It keeps parts of the first governor’s house to tell how Sydney cove established. And tell tell the story about the aboriginal people first time contact with Europeans. There’s a special exhibition to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sydney Opera House. Remarkable!

Wonderful museum. Kids (4 and 2) loved the play area, and the dinosaur exhibition was amazing. We went on a Friday around lunchtime, so it was very busy, also due to the holiday period. But even though it was busy, it was great. Lifts are super quick, so getting around with a pram was easy. Lots of interactive activities for the kids. They had a volunteer our with a few pieces of coral for the kids to touch.

What a wonderful exhibition celebrating our Australian Icon, the Sydney Opera House! Full of posters and costumes from many different performances over the last 50 years. Not to mention, the fantastic figures of the Opera House. I am so happy that I got to see this exhibition before it finished.

Free to the public, you probably need around 30min to walk around; longer if you want to go deep into the exhibits. There is a Sydney Opera House as a part of pop culture culture exhibit. You won’t be able to miss this landmark when in Sunday, and the curators did an amazing job with such collection. I appreciated three pieces by a contemporary aboriginal artist located on the first floor, their vision of the first Fleet coming to Sydney. There are some interactive rooms as well.

Well organized and well maintained Museum wherein you can know all about Sydney from its origin. Front desk officials are quite friendly. On the first floor the gallery has record of great musicians who had performed in the concerts. You can get a simple gadget with earphones using which you can listen to the songs sung by those great musicians. This is complementary when one buys an entry ticket to visit museum and of course this needs to be returned at the time of exit. Recommended attraction while in Sydney.

A worthy place to visit. The films on Level 1 were very interesting to me as a visitor of the city, and full of information about how the city came to be. But there is not much to see on Level 2 which was somewhat disappointing

Great for info on the landing of the first fleet and the first years of colonizing the land. Very good for its telling of the first Australians and how they were treated. But didn't see much else about the cities forming

The museum is an informative, albeit compact, history of the city, with artifacts dating from early colonial days to more modern Sydney. We found 60 to 90 minutes adequate to cover most of the exhibits.

Amazingly convenient and it just wowed us.

It has plenty of parking and the staff was helpful. You can see whole coin making process with illustrations and viewing area. It has two levels with lifts and staircase access. Photo booths, public toilets and a small cafe.

slightly entertaining. I now have the ender dragons head as a souvenir

If you are visiting Sydney, this is a must to see the cultural background and lots of history all in one place! And they have made the whole renovation and its now futuristic inside!

(Translated by Google) I slept sometimes It's boring. (Original) 私は時々寝ました。つまらないです。

Interesting, fun interactive set up for adults and children.

(Translated by Google) excellent museum (Original) museu excelente

(Translated by Google) Too expensive (Original) Trop cher

A nice small museum, we were there for the kids friendly “on the Move” exhibition Good job ?

Third time our family has been and still manage to see new things each time.

A very interesting place to go to

Great spot for a bit of history into Sydney and Australia.

One of the best museums in Australia, visit it while in Sydney.

Great museum for learning about the foundations, the evolution and the contemporarity of Sydney. It's divided into two levels. There's a scale replica of the First Fleet ship by ship, with so many interesting information and facts about who and what they carried. Loved it!

Good history of Sydney since European arrival with a bit of Aboriginal context.

This museum did a very good job of focusing on the original Australians. I learned a lot!

Pretty good just not much there, would have liked it more if it had more to stay for.

İt is the worst museum ı have ever seen. Does not worth any money

Museum is quite small. Not a lot to see. But great to learn about the history and the inconvenient truth behind colonization. Should have joined the tour, I believe only 2 per day.

Amazing and interesting

Really small and not worth the ticket charge.

I expected alot more information on Sydney and its history. My friend and I were pretty disappointed. You can go through the whole museum in an hour.

(Translated by Google) Ok (Original) Ok

An amazing museum

This was a lovely building to visit and exhibits were well done.

(Translated by Google) It's a small museum but a great museum to see Sydney's overall history and development. It's a great place to take a 2 hour stroll. (Original) 규모가 크지 않지만 시드니의 전반적인 역사나 발전과정을 볼 수 있는 훌륭한 박물관입니다. 천천히 2시간 정도 둘러보기에 좋은 곳이에요.

Quality museum in the history of Sydney, takes about 1.5 hours.

A lot to learn about Sydney's first days.

My daughter loved the kids transportation exhibit, lots of fun

I never even knew this place existed until friends told us about it. We were pleasantly surprised by the amount of fascinating information about old Sydney Town. We loved it!!

Was ok not worth the $15 tho x.

It is a very very nice museum. The collection is not incredibly big, but it's very interesting! Take advantage of the free guided tours and what all the videos available. I completely recommend the visit not only to learn more about Sydney but about the whole of Australia too.

(Translated by Google) Admission is $ 38 for a family of four. Useful children experience space on the 3rd floor (Original) 입장료는 4인 가족 38불. 3층에 아이들 체험공간을 유용하게 이용함

Underwhelming. Very small standing exhibition. Way over priced. $15 when most museums in Australia are free.

Not enough to see.

Lovely little museum, very kid and family friendly with multiple activities to keep little ones busy. Also excellent and informational with a theatre room and ongoing documentaries being played on rotation. Nice variety of items on display, from photographs to sculptures, artifacts and other segments of info surrounding the Sydney Opera house, the first fleet, Aboriginal and indigenous history as well as plenty more! They do have varying exhibits depending on months so be sure to check their website for more information. I attended the John Gollings: the history of the built world, which was incredibly fascinating to see the way in which architecture around the world has evolved and pushed the boundaries from ancient civilizations to modern and contemporary, even abstract buildings. I definitely recommend!

Can visit if you have time, normal, have entrace fee.

We were looking for a lot of information on the early settlement of New South Wales, but it seemed that a lot of the displays were displaced by the exhibition on the Architect and Town planners the Burley Griffins - which was excellent.

Love it Even saw myself on a large video Screen ,doing fun Animal faces on the computer 😀, Looking at Moving A Zoo 😀

Staff members are so so lovely and helpful and the man on the door was very knowledgable! It’s is located over 2 main floors and mainly depicts the colonisation and history of Australia. There are lot of photographs and stories explaining the history but it is slightly lacking artefacts and objects. There is a fun room at the moment where you can write on the walls in chalk, it’s called ‘My City Is...’ I also enjoyed the room with the moving artwork that tells a story throughout a day, it’s also good fun for the kids as you can sit on the artificial grass and the children can play under the bridge and lanes.

Great place! Would recommend!

Is a small but well presented museum on the site of Sydneys first Governor's House. A good model and photos in one area to understand what was first built here. At the moment a display for kids entitled 'How to Move a Zoo', also of interest to adults. Some great info on Sydney's growth and development, the First Fleet, and impact of settlement on aboriginal population. No cafe on site but plenty nearby.

A very good place to visit and we loved the children's areas to create an animal headdress. Lots of nice paintings and displays. Make sure you eat before you arrive as there is no on-site Cafe.

We came to see Jurassic world exhibition today. After 1 hour waiting line of frustrated people from long waiting we got to the counter where we were pushing to get membership. We didn’t want any; we finally got ticket, not fun waiting with baby or kids. Then you go to other line waiting for another long time. You see people giving up and lots of crying kids that didn’t make it to see exhibition. We made it to entry after couple hours and our baby needed to go sleep. Not recommending on the weekend with baby otherwise museum is great. Just the waiting and pushing you the membership kinda wracked the spirit of enjoy the visit.

Great exhibits .. currently 'Song line's and 'History's of Australia' top floor. Always something great.. interestingly and educational to look at.

Was good, small but nice, Some interesting things in there.

Fascinating...as Spock would say. The staff are so helpful as well as kind and friendly. I had an incredibly interesting time.

Free entrance. It was good place to learn history of Sydney. But it was rather small. The only interactive exhibit was the Aboriginal weaving class. There was a movie / doco in a small theater. Also we couldn't find toilets in the upper floors so always had to return all the way to the ground floor to use the toilet. There were cafe and bookshop downstairs too.

Some great history shared - was a learning for people like me who have taken up Australia as our new home. They even had a room for kids where my 2 year old enjoyed herself.

One of my fave museums to visit. Especially if they have exclusive and new exhibitions. It is near the city. you can go here from Townhall, Then few mins walk. Must visit if you love museums. 🏛️

A nice museum with a few exhibitions on. Entrance is free and there's no wait line. Favourite thing was the interactive art near the end.

Friendly staff and it's free. The collection is small, it's more an art gallery with temporary exhibitions than a museum. The exhibition I saw, "Just not Australian", was really interesting. Worthy a visit if you have a spare hour.

It’s a good place for adults and kids over 5 years old. The dance room session was amazing.

Free entry. Easy to access. Not a bad place to spend time before heading to the Opera house.

Free entry. Covers Australia’s aboriginal past and Sydney opera house construction and memorial. Self guided with lots of illustration and history to help one get acquainted with Australia’s history. Can be covered in 1h or so.

It was not too big so it was very easy to see everything. There was really well done video about the history or Sydney and the indigenous peoples that were originally in Australia before and during colonization which really helped paint the whole picture from different perspectives. They also have interactive aspects which really made it a great experience!

It's free, which is great. However, I found it very simple and with not too many things to see.

Visiting museum of Sydney for Sydney opera house at 50’s event. Amazing exhibition with a few fun activities for kids. You had an opportunity to listen to an iconic opera while seeing the custom used in the opera or watching part of a theatre while the accessories and clothes are on display. Maestro room was phenomenal for kids and adults.

A cute, not-so-big museum with free admission. Conveniently located in a downtown area.

Tiny museum, but very pleasant. Informative video installation about the early years after the landing of European colonizers in Australia.

I visited on opera house exhibition period. Its okay. I like opera house in Lego form which can demonstrate working area inside building.