Top Australia Museums

Guarantee your entrance to the Australian Sports Museum by purchasing this general entry pass ahead of time. Whether you’re a fan of cricket, rugby, athletics, or one of the many other sports that Australia excels at, there's a lot to keep both kids and adults interested. From December 16, 2025, to August 9, 2026, a special Warne: Treasures of a Legend exhibit is available by prior arrangement due to limited capacity.

Discover Two Worlds in One Day: Tomb of the Pharaohs & Cairns Aquarium Immerse yourself in two unforgettable experiences in the heart of Cairns. Step back in time at the Tomb of the Pharaohs, where you’ll explore life-sized recreations of 11 ancient Egyptian tombs, complete with detailed hieroglyphics, burial treasures, and over 450 museum-quality replicas. Then, dive into the wonders of Tropical North Queensland at the Cairns Aquarium, home to over 16,000 marine creatures from the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding ecosystems. From mummies to marine life, this unique cultural and natural journey is perfect for families, history lovers, and curious explorers alike—all within walking distance in the city center.

Access parts of the Australian Sports Museum that are usually off limits during a tour of the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. Enjoy an exclusive glimpse into the inner sanctum of the MCG as you walk on the pitch and enter changing rooms used by cricket legends throughout the years. Plus, admission to the Australian Sports Museum is included.

Unleash your family's curiosity at Scitech, Perth's only hands-on science museum with the largest planetarium in Australia, offering an affordable and educational adventure - rain or shine.

Learn all about gold and the Western Australian gold rush of the 1890s during a one-hour tour of the Perth Mint. One of Western Australia’s oldest heritage sites, the Perth Mint features multimedia presentations, historic images and artifacts, and a dazzling array of pure gold that includes natural gold nuggets and a solid gold bar. Learn more than you would on a self-led tour of this interesting site.

You will have the opportunity to: • Sit in a real fighter jet • Explore the many weapons, radars, ejection seats and artifacts on display • Try your hand at flying an F/A-18 Hornet in one of our motion simulators (bookings essential on 02 4965 1810 – additional cost) • Be amazed by the Norm Forrester Collection of hand-made model aircraft When you've finished viewing the many displays it’s an easy step up to the Observation Deck where you can sit and watch some of the world's most advanced aircraft take-off and land and don't forget to stop at the souvenir shop for something truly unique. Of course, it's always a pleasure to revel in the warm welcome, great food and friendly atmosphere of the cafe where you can stay cosy inside or venture outdoors to enjoy all the noise and activity of the fully operational Air Force Base. The choice is yours.

Take a break from sightseeing or daily life and enjoy an interactive and immersive art experience at Metartworld, the largest metal art gallery in Australia. Ideal for all ages, admire more than 200 metal artworks and make your way through the mirror mazes in the starry night exhibition. Paid workshops available.

Deepen your connection with a visit to Bundanon. Situated across a vast and diverse landscape of 1,000 hectares of wildlife refuge encircled by the Bangli/Shoalhaven River, discover live music, festivals, guided tours, artist-led talks and workshops, bushwalks and more. Presenting three major exhibitions a year, wander the Art Museum and experience leading Australian contemporary art and engage with the legacy of the Bundanon Collection. Enjoy seasonal menus and the very best of locally-sourced South Coast produce at Ramox Café. On weekends, journey to the Homestead & Arthur Boyd’s Studio for a glimpse into the history of Bundanon and stories of the Boyd family. Key exhibition dates: 15 June – 3 July | Changeover period* 4 July – 11 October 2026 | Man On Fire: Visions of Nebuchadnezzar 12 – 30 October 2026 | Changeover period* *During a changeover period, the exhibition galleries will be closed. The Boyd Collection Gallery remains open and reduced ticket price applies.

Popular exhibitions and dock access at the Australian National Maritime Museum can be limited on busy days, especially during school holidays. Booking your ticket in advance secures entry on your chosen date and lets you plan your visit with confidence. Choose between access to special exhibitions only or select the Big Ticket, which also includes the outdoor docks and historic vessels moored at Darling Harbour.

A visit to the Historic Village Herberton is like stepping back in time. Showcasing Australia’s rich and diverse history this outdoor pioneer museum is testament to an era that is long gone. This incredible museum collects, preserves and displays fascinating historical exhibits from across Australia. The history of this museum is also closely tied with the township of Herberton and features many priceless antiques as well as buildings that have come from the town’s ancestors. The Village currently features over 60 original buildings that date from Herberton’s foundation years and are as they were originally constructed. Walking through the Village, visitors are given a sense of being in a real township complete with apothecary, bottle shop, school, bank, grocer’s store, frock salon, toy shop, mechanic, jail and more. There is just so much to see and do in this amazing village that it needs to be experienced to understand the full depth of history it offers.

This handy combo ticket makes visiting the National Museum of Australia both easier, and more enjoyable. Join an early afternoon guided highlights tour, where you'll learn more about the exhibits than you would touring alone. Admire the views over Lake Burley Griffin as you eat lunch and have a refreshing drink, and pick up an Aussie souvenir with a 10% discount gift shop voucher.

Save time and hassle when visiting the Gold Coast Wax Museum with this skip-the-line priority access ticket. Have fun “meeting” a wide range of realistic-looking personalities and historical figures. Then embark on a half-hour guided tour of the Chamber of Horrors–not for the faint of heart! See instruments of punishment from around the world, and learn the history around them.

The site of over 130 executions since it opened in 1841, the Old Melbourne Gaol is one of the city’s most popular museums. Ensure entry even over busy periods, such as weekends, Easter, and the Australian summer vacation, by booking tickets in advance. Once you’re there, follow in the footsteps of notorious outlaw Ned Kelly and discover the tragic stories that brought criminals to their doom.

You will have the opportunity to: • Sit in a real fighter jet • Explore the many weapons, radars, ejection seats and artifacts on display • Try your hand at flying an F/A-18 Hornet in one of our motion simulators (bookings essential on 02 4965 1810 – additional cost) • Be amazed by the Norm Forrester Collection of hand-built model aircraft When you've finished viewing the many displays it’s an easy step up to the Observation Deck where you can sit and watch some of the world's most advanced aircraft take-off and land and don't forget to stop at the souvenir shop for something truly unique. Of course, it's always a pleasure to revel in the warm welcome, great food and friendly atmosphere of the cafe where you can stay cosy inside or venture outdoors to enjoy all the noise and activity of the fully operational Air Force Base. The choice is yours.

Learn more about Cairns' unique culture and history at the interesting Cairns Museum. This ticket saves you time, so you can straight into the museum and check out its interactive exhibits. There are family friendly displays that all members of the family can enjoy, plus refreshing air conditioning when the heat of tropical North Queensland gets too much.

Now open on the Gold Coast is the most amazing private collection of Australian muscle cars from the 50's, 60's & 70’s. On display are Chargers, Ford hardtops , XY-GT’s, SLR5000 Torana's and nearly every Monaro model made from 1968 to 1976. Are you are a die-hard MAD MAX fan ? Then you just got to see the Interceptor we have on display. Its just like in the original movie. If you like muscle bikes of the era the 750-4 and the Kwaka 900 we have on display will blow you away. Lots of fun for the kids too! Play to your heart’s content on the free pinball machines, and race you friends on the scalextric track. Other items to see include model cars, a working tune up machine from the 70's assorted tools that were used on these muscle cars , mag wheels display and much, more. There's is even a model of thunderbird 2 from the children's show thunderbirds. Situated at 76 Bundall rd. Bundall, the Muscle Car Museum is just a few minutes’ drive from Surfers Paradise. Plenty of parking .

Take a leisurely river cruise from Brisbane to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary on this two-in-one, time-saving tour. This half-day tour departs from bustling Southbank and cruises along the Brisbane River with views of iconic landmarks on the way to Lone Pine. Upon arrival, enjoy ample time to view the animals, from koalas and platypus to kangaroos and more.

Visit the Bell Tower, one of the largest musical instruments in the world, located in the heart of Perth in vibrant Barrack Square. Also known as the Swan Bells, the bell tower contains twelve bells made in the 14th century for St Martin-in-the-Fields church in London's Trafalgar Square. Learn how the bells came to Australia, discover the art of bell ringing, and soak in panoramic views of the city, Swan River and Elizabeth Quay from the open-air Observation Deck.

The Sydney Opera House is one of Australia’s most famous landmarks—but much of it remains hidden to visitors without tickets to a performance. This guided walking tour offers a closer look inside the UNESCO World Heritage–listed building, with access to spaces typically reserved for showgoers. As you explore, your guide shares entertaining stories about the venue’s design, history, and the productions that bring it to life.

Experience the excitement of Australia's Gold Rush at Sovereign Hill, a recreated 1850s mining camp and town brought to life by costumed characters and 18 historically inspired activities. Try your luck with gold panning, catch a coach ride, explore an underground mine, and watch town residents like blacksmiths and candlemakers ply their trades. The whole family will love time traveling back to the era of fortune seekers and wild frontiers.

Spend a day on the Great Barrier Reef at two different snorkel and dive sites on this luxury catamaran cruise from Cairns. Travel in style aboard a fast, comfortable catamaran to the outer edge of Upolu Reef, "Wonder Wall," and the Upolu Cay reef area, where you can choose to snorkel or dive (additional cost) and observe the coral that's teeming with colorful fish. Refuel with a buffet lunch on board the catamaran, ensuring there's

Avoid waiting around outside in the tropical heat with priority access to the Cairns Museum. Save money with a family ticket, and head right on inside to enjoy interactive exhibits on the history, culture, and geography of Cairns and Northern Queensland. Conveniently located in the central city, you can enjoy great views from the upstairs veranda.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) provides medical services by plane to Australia’s most remote outback areas. With this ticket, visit the RFDS tourist facility in Darwin to learn more about the work of the RFDS team and hear heroic rescue stories, as well as discover stories about the World War II Bombing of Darwin. Enjoy interactive exhibits including a VR presentation and explore inside an RFDS aircraft.