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Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru

Come face-to-face with one of the most remarkable gold collections to ever tour the globe in the immersive exhibition, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru and add-on VR experience.

Now open
Tickets on sale
Exhibitions

Future Now

Step into Future Now, an Australian Museum exhibition about sustainability and be inspired by practical and innovative ways to build a more sustainable future.

Touring exhibition
On now
Exhibitions

Conversations of the Golden Empires: Harnessing the Heavens

Explore the relationship between the heavens and Earth with world-renowned astronomer, Professor Fred Watson AM, in this fascinating discussion hosted by Professor Anthony Burke.

Saturday 12 April 2025:
10.30am - 11.30am
Talks and screenings Tours and workshops
$10 Member, $25 Non-Member, $22.50 Concession

Future Makers Talk Series

Discover the inspiring stories of climate champions across NSW who are working to build a sustainable future. Hear their stories first-hand and explore the Future Now exhibition to see how you can take part.

Saturday 29 March & Saturday 12 April
2pm - 3pm
Exhibitions Talks and screenings
Free, no registration required
Book now

Wildlife Champions Workshop

Learn about bats, bees and birds in this exciting workshop and find out how you can support local wildlife in your garden, balcony or neighbourhood.

29 March & 12 April
10.30am - 12pm
Sold Out Exhibitions Tours and workshops
Free, registration required

School Holidays

Discover science and culture through a diverse program of interactive workshops for kids aged 5 to 16 years at the Australian Museum these school holidays!

Programs and events
Kids at the Museum School holidays Tours and workshops

The Talbot Oration 2025

Matt Kean, Chair of The Climate Change Authority, will take the stage as the 2025 Talbot Oration speaker, bringing his bold vision on climate action to the forefront.

Wednesday 4 June
6.30pm - 8pm
Talks and screenings
Free (registration required)
Live Captioned
Book now

Early Birds: Autism and Sensory-friendly Mornings

Visit the Museum in a reduced sensory, relaxed and supportive atmosphere.

Saturday 7 June
8am - 10am
Kids at the Museum School holidays Accessible offer
Low sensory
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Explorer Backpacks

Discover the Australian Museum’s Dinosaurs or Wild Planet galleries with your child(ren) through hiring a themed Explorer Backpack of your choice.

Weekdays during school term
10:30am | 1:30pm
Kids at the Museum
$8 Member child | $10 non-Member child
Hire now

Environmental Film Festival

Join us for the Australian Museum's inaugural Environmental Film Festival - a weekend of inspiring films highlighting the deep interconnections between humans, nature, sustainability and the global conservation movements shaping our future.

Saturday 7 & Sunday 8 June
10am - 5pm
Talks and screenings Special events
Member $8, non-Member $10

Waranara Tours

Expand your understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures on this unique tour of objects from the Australian Museum's collections, led by a First Nations guide.

Every Wednesday
11:30am & 1pm
Tours and workshops First Nations and Pasifika
$18 Members, $20 non-Members, $18 concession, $10 child
Book now

Members events

As an exclusive benefit of membership, Australian Museum Members are invited to attend a custom-made program of workshops, talks and experiences for adults and kids.

Programs and events
Members only events Tours and workshops Talks and screenings Special events

Wansolmoana

Experience the diverse and dynamic cultures of Pasifika peoples through stories and objects from across the region.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily
Exhibitions First Nations and Pasifika

200 Treasures of the Australian Museum

The Westpac Long Gallery showcases 100 treasures from our collections alongside the stories of the 100 people who’ve helped shape Australia.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily
Exhibitions
General Admission

Dinosaurs

How well do you know your dinosaurs? Discover the amazing creatures that ruled the world until 65 million years ago in this exhibition that brings the Mesozoic era to life.

Permanent exhibition
10am - 5pm
Kids at the Museum Exhibitions

Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

Permanent education space
10am - 4.30pm
Kids at the Museum Exhibitions First Nations and Pasifika

Australian Museum Highlight Tours

Make the most of your trip to the Australian Museum with our free volunteer-led introductory tours of our permanent galleries.

Monday to Friday
10:30am and 1pm (subject to availability)
Tours and workshops
Free

Wild Planet

Welcome to life on Earth. Every one of Earth’s millions of species is unique, but they are all connected through evolution. Come and see life in all its glorious diversity – over 400 animals under one roof!

Permanent exhibition
Open daily
Exhibitions
General Admission

Birds of Australia

Meet some of Australia’s most famous and fascinating feathered residents and learn about the ingenious ways they have adapted to life on the continent they call home.

Permanent exhibition
10am - 5pm
Exhibitions
General Admission

Garrigarrang: Sea Country

From the Sydney Basin to Torres Strait, discover and celebrate the rich cultures of Australia’s Salt Water People, who for tens of thousands of years have lived and flourished on Garrigarrang nura – sea country.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily
Exhibitions Special events First Nations and Pasifika
General Admission

Accessible and inclusive events at the Australian Museum

The Australian Museum has a range of onsite accessible programs for deaf and autistic people, as well as online audio description guides to help assist blind and low vision visitors enjoy our permanent exhibitions and special events.

Audio description
Auslan interpretation
Low-sensory
Exhibitions Special events Tours and workshops Kids at the Museum Talks and screenings Accessible offer
Inclusive events

Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily
Exhibitions

School programs and excursions

Book school excursions at the Australian Museum, Sydney, that inspire and engage students of all ages.

Virtual excursions
Educator-led tours
Kids at the Museum Tours and workshops

Waranara Teacher Professional Development: Primary

In this new Australian Museum teacher professional development program, learn about First Nations histories and cultures.

Wednesday 26 March & Friday 27 June 2025
9.30am - 4pm
Special events
$250 (GST included) per participant. General entry to the Australian Museum is free.
Book now

Changing Climate

Discover ‘Changing Climate’ – an interactive display that asks not how we will survive Australia, but how Australia will survive us!

Open daily
10am - 5pm
Exhibitions
General Admission

Australian Museum Balinese Collection

The Australian Museum's Balinese Collection, the largest in Australia, features over 1,300 items, showcasing the rich history and artistry of Balinese culture.

Special exhibition
On now
Exhibitions

Touring exhibitions

Discover Australian Museum touring exhibitions that are currently on display in Australia and around the world.

Life-size models
Scientific illustrations
Multimedia
Exhibitions

Exhibition virtual tours

Discover our immersive virtual exhibition tours and delve into interactive multimedia content, audio guides and VR experiences.

Virtual tours
Audio guides
Multimedia content
Exhibitions

Self-guided audio tours of exhibitions

Discover our self-guided audio tours and enrich your understanding of Australian Museum exhibitions and collections on display.

Highlights of exhibits
Accessible audio description
Exhibitions Accessible offer
Audio description tours

Museums Discovery Centre

At the Museums Discovery Centre in Castle Hill, go behind the scenes of the State's great collections.

Free and open every weekend
Exhibitions

Admission information

Feed your curiosity at the Australian Museum with free general admission. Bookings are not required for general admission, but timed-ticket entry is required for our special exhibitions tickets.

Location

1 William Street, Sydney NSW 2010