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Australian Museum vs Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
Both Australian Museum and Sea Life Sydney Aquarium are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Australian Museum is preferred by most reviewers compared to Sea Life Sydney Aquarium. Australian Museum has a TripExpert Score of 76 with recommendations from 5 sources like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Michelin Guide.
Australian Museum
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6 College St, Sydney, New South Wales 2010
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Travel + Leisure
"Established in 1827, this natural history and environmental sciences museum is a favorite for family outings."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"A very thorough exploration of Australian wildlife and its biodiversity."
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Well-suited for children.
Fodor's
"A well-respected academic institution... collection of plants, animals, geological specimens, and cultural artifacts from the Asia-Pacific region."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Its inestimable Aboriginal art collection is its major drawing card."
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2 Stars
"Animals, minerals and plants, as well as climate change and Aboriginal culture, are the focus of the Australian Museum of natural sciences."
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Sea Life Sydney Aquarium
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Aquarium Pier, Darling Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
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Fodor's
"The larger and more modern of Sydney's public aquariums presents a fascinating view of the underwater world, with saltwater crocodiles, giant sea turtles, and delicate, multicolor fish."
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Concierge
"Giant stingrays, sharks, huge turtles, and thousands of fish swim right over your head as you walk through this aquarium's feature attraction, an underwater glass tunnel."
Time Out
"Highlights include Shark Valley, the Great Barrier Reef exhibit, Japanese Spider crabs and the Bay of Rays."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The star attractions are the Shark Walk, a 165m tunnel submerged at the bottom of a tank housing sharks, rays and Queensland groper, and an immersive "penguin expedition" by boat."
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Afar Magazine
"Aquariums are a must for ocean lovers. Yes, Sydney's Sea Life Aquarium is located in the touristy hub of Darling Harbour, but the unique species and ecosystems that you can view make it..."
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