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National Museum of AustraliavsQuestacon
Both National Museum of Australia and Questacon are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, National Museum of Australia scores significantly better than Questacon. National Museum of Australia ranks #2 in Canberra with endorsements from 4 reviews such as Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.
National Museum of Australia
Frommer's
Fodor's
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Lawson Crescent, Acton Peninsula, Canberra 2600
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Frommer's "If you visit only one museum in Australia, make it this one." Full review
Fodor's "Highlights... the key people, events, and issues that shaped and influenced the nation." Full review
Michelin Guide 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
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Exhibits focus on environmental change, Indigenous culture, national Australian icons and much more." Full review
Questacon Lonely Planet
Time Out
King Edward Terrace, Canberra
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Lonely PlanetTop choice
"A must-see for anyone travelling with kids, Canberra's science museum has stacks of fun interactive exhibits that feel nothing like what'd you learn in a classroom." Full review
Time Out "Science brings smiles to everyone’s faces at Questacon – the National Science and Technology Centre." Full review
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Be sure to catch one of the Spectacular Science Shows.
