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Sydney Museums & exhibitions

Our most recommended Sydney Museums & exhibitions

Sydney Harbour: Thunder Thrill Ride

1. Sydney Harbour: Thunder Thrill Ride

Tackle one of the best experiences on Sydney Harbour. Experience an exhilarating jet boat ride, reaching speeds of up to 75 kilometers per hour. Take in the iconic sights of Sydney Harbour during the Thunder Trill Ride. Choose a 30 or a 45-minute ride, then buckle up and get ready to get wet. Your skipper will ease you into this thrilling experience by gradually reaching high speeds and performing gentle maneuvers around the harbor. Watch out for the skipper’s signals as the ride is cranked up a gear with high-speed spins and breaks. Select a bundle to enjoy entrance to some of Sydney's top attractions along with your adrenalin-pumping ride.

Sydney Convicts, History & The Rocks 2.5-Hour Walking Tour

2. Sydney Convicts, History & The Rocks 2.5-Hour Walking Tour

Join this tour for an immersive exploration of Sydney’s notorious heritage as you uncover the stories, sights and secrets of its hidden convict origins in The Rocks. As you navigate your way past the forgotten relics and ruins of this historic quarter, your guide will unpack the process of criminal transportation to Australia and its immediate effect on Sydney’s indigenous population at the turn of the 19th century. You'll discover the curious case of the convict architect and the ambitious Governor who wanted to decorate the prison settlement, and you’ll retrace the steps of the teenage girl who rose from chains to riches by conquering Sydney’s economy. Expect unique examples of Georgian and Victorian architecture, hidden corridors, convict cut sandstone, abandoned slums and enormous cellars for spirits and stores. Get lost in charm of The Rocks as its past is brought back to life by your expert history guide, and develop a d great understanding about how early Sydney came to be. Crafted to suit both locals and visitors, this tour will keep your eyes wide open, your ears pricked and your imagination ignited.

Sydney: Madame Tussauds Sydney General Admission

3. Sydney: Madame Tussauds Sydney General Admission

Experience the glittering world of fame on a day out at Madame Tussauds. Interact with the world’s most famous figures – strike a pose for the paparazzi on the red carpet, challenge your favorite sports heroes, and sing along with your favorite music stars. Madame Tussauds opened in Sydney in 2012, giving Australian and international visitors the opportunity to come face-to-face with some of the world’s most famous celebrities. A unique collection of amazingly lifelike wax figures allows you to get up close and personal to your favorite celebrity heroes. Madame Tussauds Sydney combines glitz and glamour with incredible history. With a whole host of constantly changing stars and legends as well as interactive experiences, Madame Tussauds is a place the whole family can enjoy. Interactive Experiences: • Raised catwalk: step onto the catwalk and trigger sensors which light up the runway as you walk down. Megan Gale’s figure is waiting at the end of the runway and Magic Memories can take a snap of you posing alongside her

Australian National Maritime Museum: All-Inclusive Ticket

4. Australian National Maritime Museum: All-Inclusive Ticket

Spectacularly located at the waterfront of Darling Harbour and just a short walk from the CBD, the Australian National Maritime Museum is a distinctive indoor/outdoor attraction that’s great entertainment for all ages. The museum has one of the largest and most diverse in-water fleets in the world. Climb aboard the cold war submarine, the naval destroyer, the stunning replica of Captain Cook's tall ship HMB Endeavour, or the beautiful replica of Duyfken, the first European ship to reach Australia. The museum wharves are packed with a stunning fleet of vessels you can't see anywhere else, each with unique and colourful stories to tell of life at sea. Inside the museum, six permanent galleries showcasing the museum's historical artefact collection and an ever-changing program of temporary exhibitions bring alive Australia's deep connection to the sea, past and present. Overlooking Sydney Darling Harbour towards the city, the museum’s café is a perfect waterfront dining location and place to relax during your visit to the museum.

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What people are saying about Sydney

I am on a month-long trip in Australia, and Sydney is my first stop. I chose this place because it's summer, so I can escape the cold winter in Korea for a while. I didn't really know about Sydney or anywhere in Australia at all, so I thought I could use this time to taste a little bit of the history of Australia by joining this tour. It turned out to be one of the nicest and most informative tours I've ever had. I hope more people come to hear your story. Thank you!

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Max was very knowledgeable and clearly explained many historical events. In a meaningful way. Obviously well qualified and educated in history. While 2 1/2 hours seems long, the time went quickly and the walk was easy to navigate. Thanks to Max for a worthwhile experience.

We really enjoyed our tour. Max our guide was so knowledgeable and kept us interested with every aspect of the tour. It really helped that he had pictures of some of the people and places so we could understand a bit more of what it was like in that era. Highly recommend!

I enjoyed every minute of this tour. It was really informative, the guide is very passionate about his subject matter which comes through in his delivery bringing early settlement days in Sydney to life. The price, which is very reasonable is worth every penny.

Amazing tour! Highly recommend, I now see sydney in a new light with some amazing knowledge and stories