While in Sydney, delve into maritime history at the Australian National Maritime Museum. Considered one of the top maritime museums in the world and conveniently located on the shores of Darling Harbour, the Australian National Maritime Museum features exhibits on Aboriginal and European explorers, the navy, surfing, sailing and Australia’s beach culture. Choose between two ticket options: the special exhibitions only or the Big Ticket with access to the docks where historic ships are berthed, including several that you can tour and interactive displays to please the kids, making this a great activity for the entire family.
- Choose between two ticket options: The Big Ticket (all access) or access to the special exhibitions only
- See one of the largest and most diverse in-water fleets in the world, including four historic ships that can be toured (if option selected)
- Board a modern submarine, a naval warship, a 19th-century tall ship or a full scale replica of Captain Cook's 18th-century tall ship (if option selected)
- Learn about the maritime customs of the nation’s original inhabitants, the Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders
- Browse displays about European explorers in Australia
- View the worlds fastest boat, the Spirit of Australia having broken the water speed record in 1977
- Head to the children's galleries for interactive kids activities (if option selected)
