Museum of Sydney
Free entry
Museum entry is free but we recommend that you pre-book tickets online before you visit.
Opening hours
Museum
Open daily
10am–5pm
Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day
Shop
Shop open during museum hours or shop online today
Eat & drink
Open Monday to Friday
7am–4pm
Open Saturdays and Sundays
9am–3pm
Location
Corner Phillip and Bridge streets, Sydney NSW 2000
Getting here
What to expect
We welcome visitors to explore the museum and its exhibitions on their own, with our staff on hand to provide information and assist when needed.
For more information, please read our Visitor conditions of entry.
Exhibition spot talk
Join one of our friendly guides for a free 10-minute introduction to the Unearthed exhibition.
Free, no booking required
Meet outside of Gallery 2 on Level 2
11:30am and 2:30pm daily
Duration 10 minutes
Guided tours
Join one of our friendly guides for a free, 15-minute introduction to the Museum of Sydney and learn about the historical significance of the site that stands on the archaeological remains of the First Government House. Please check-in with a Visitor Services team member at the front desk.
Free, no booking required
Meet near the front desk on the ground level
11am and 3pm daily
Duration 15 minutes
Accessibility
The following access aids are available for free hire:
- portable stools
- wheelchairs
- video magnifiers
If you require an access aid, we recommend booking it prior to your visit by calling Bookings on +61 2 8239 2211 during business hours. Or inquire when you arrive at the ticketing desk. Please note that access aid equipment is limited, and subject to availability.
Venue hire
Built on the site of Australia’s first Government House, the Museum of Sydney is a beautifully designed, purpose-built museum and event space complete with the latest AV and other facilities to host business and special events for 20–500 people.
Visit venue hire for more information.
Contact us
For enquiries about tickets and accessible entry, please contact our Bookings team:
Phone: +61 2 8239 2211
Email: bookings@mhnsw.au
To contact the Museum of Sydney directly, please phone +61 2 9251 5988

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