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Australian MuseumvsSea 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.
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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." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"A very thorough exploration of Australian wildlife and its biodiversity." Full review
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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." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Its inestimable Aboriginal art collection is its major drawing card." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Animals, minerals and plants, as well as climate change and Aboriginal culture, are the focus of the Australian Museum of natural sciences." Full review
Time Out "Houses the nation's most important animal, mineral, fossil and anthropological collections, and prides itself on its innovative research into Australia's environment and indigenous cultures. " Full review
Afar Magazine "Australia's first museum was opened in 1827 in Sydney with the goal of showcasing unique specimens relating to the country's fascinating natural history." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Established in 1827, this natural history and environmental sciences museum is a favorite for family outings." Full review
The Telegraph "<span class="m_first-letter">T</span>he Australian Museum – the oldest in the country – has been at the helm of Australian history, research and education for almost 200 years, with exhibitions about Indigenous Australia, Australian archaeology, Pacific cultures and world culture" Full review
Frommer's "Displays are presented thematically, one of the best being the Aboriginal section with its traditional clothing, weapons, and everyday implements. There are plenty of stuffed Australian mammals" Full review
Sea Life Sydney Aquarium Fodor's
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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." Full review
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." Full review
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." Full review
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..." Full review
Frommer's "The main attractions are the underwater walkways through two enormous tanks...other exhibits include a section on the Great Barrier Reef, where thousands of colorful fish school around coral outcrops." Full review
