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National Museum of AustraliavsNational Zoo and Aquarium
Both National Museum of Australia and National Zoo and Aquarium are endorsed by professionals. Overall, National Museum of Australia scores significantly better than National Zoo and Aquarium. National Museum of Australia comes in at 96 with praise from 4 publications like Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Frommer's.
National Museum of Australia
Frommer's
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Lawson Crescent, Acton Peninsula, Canberra 2600
From $0/night
"If you visit only one museum in Australia, make it this one." Full review
"Highlights... the key people, events, and issues that shaped and influenced the nation." Full review
2 Stars
"The National Museum of Australia explores the history of Australia, whether it's going back 50,000 years, harking back to the colony's beginnings in 1788 or to the Olympic games in 2000." Full review
Top choice
"Exhibits focus on environmental change, Indigenous culture, national Australian icons and much more." Full review
National Zoo and Aquarium
Lonely Planet
Time Out
Frommer's
Scrivener Dam, Yarralumla, Canberra
From $0/night
"It also offers various behind-the-scenes experiences where you can help to feed the sharks, lions, tigers and bears, and interact with rhinos and cheetahs." Full review
"The National Zoo and Aquarium sits on seven hectares and is a short drive from the centre of Canberra." Full review
"Looks after 28 endangered species in a nice bushland setting and has Australia's largest collection of big cats...2-hour ZooVenture Tour is a great way to get up close and personal to tigers, lions" Full review