Places
Museums & science in Sydney
Museums and science centres with hands-on galleries and kids' programs. Entry ranges from free to ticketed, and special exhibitions and holiday workshops often need a booking.
Museums & science: 9 places in Sydney
Places
Museums & science: 9 places in Sydney
Museum · Sydney· < 1 km
Dinosaurs, minerals and the hands-on Hunt Gallery. General entry is free.
Science centre · Parramatta· 20 km
Sydney's new science and design museum on the Parramatta River, opening 7 November 2026.
Museum · Sydney· < 1 km
Free general entry, family trails and weekend art-making in The Domain.
Museum · Sydney· < 1 km
Climb aboard a destroyer, a submarine and a tall ship at Darling Harbour.
Museum · Sydney· < 1 km
World Heritage convict barracks with an immersive audio tour. Best for 8+.
Museum · Penrith· 50 km
Vintage fire engines and fire-safety play in Penrith. A hit with under-8s.
Museum · Castle Hill· 26 km
Walk-through collection stores packed with trains, planes and curiosities. Free on weekends.
Science centre · Millers Point· 1.1 km
Heritage observatory on Observatory Hill with telescope viewings and night tours.
Museum · Loftus· 24 km
Ride heritage trams at Loftus, next to the Royal National Park.
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