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Elizabeth Bay House vs Australian National Maritime Museum

Elizabeth Bay House and Australian National Maritime Museum are both praised by professionals. Overall, Australian National Maritime Museum is the choice of most writers compared to Elizabeth Bay House. Australian National Maritime Museum scores 82 with positive reviews from 5 reviewers such as Fodor's, On the Grid and Lonely Planet.

Elizabeth Bay House
Elizabeth Bay House
8 / 10
Seven Onslow Avenue, Elizabeth Bay, Sydney, New South Wales 2011
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Much of this densely populated but still-charming harborside suburb was originally part of the extensive Elizabeth Bay House grounds." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Completed in 1839 for Colonial Secretary Alexander Macleay, this elegant neoclassical mansion by architect John Verge was one of the finest houses in the colony (and still is)." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The most striking feature is an oval-shaped salon with a winding staircase, naturally lighted by glass panels in the domed roof. The view from the front-facing windows across Elizabeth Bay is stunning." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"The beautiful house (now run by the Historic Houses Trust) still breathes noblesse, wealth and good taste. Rooms are furnished as they would have been in its heyday." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Perched on a headland with some of the best harbor views in Sydney, this colonial mansion was built in 1835 and was considered “the finest house in the colony" Full review
Australian National Maritime Museum
Australian National Maritime Museum
8 / 10
2 Murray Street, Darling Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Maritime Museum sails through Australia’s inextricable relationship with the sea." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The six galleries of this soaring, futuristic building tell the story of Australia and the sea." Full review
On the Grid On the Grid
"Take time out to explore one of Pyrmont’s star attractions and learn some interesting nautical themed facts along the way." Full review
Michelin Guide 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
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"This maritime musem will enlighten you on the bond between Australians and the sea." Full review
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