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Sydney Opera House vs Powerhouse Museum

Both are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Sydney Opera House ranks significantly better than Powerhouse Museum. Sydney Opera House has a TripExpert Score of 97 with positive reviews from 9 reviewers like Travel + Leisure, Fodor's and Michelin Guide.

Sydney Opera House
Sydney Opera House
9 / 10
Bennelong Point Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Sydney's most famous landmark (listed as a World Heritage site in 2007) had such a long and troubled construction phase that it's almost a miracle that the building was ever completed." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"A cutting-edge array of musical and dance performances are on view at the six indoor theaters."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Overcome with admiration for the Sydney Opera House, notable architect Louis Kahn said, ‘The sun did not know how beautiful its light was until it was reflected off this building.’." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"The Sydney Opera House and its signature silhouette symbolizes modern Australia." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"If possible, grab tickets to see the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Opera Australia, Sydney Symphony Orchestra or The Australian Ballet." Full review
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Powerhouse Museum
Powerhouse Museum
8 / 10
500 Harris St Ultimo, Haymarket, Sydney, New South Wales 1238
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Learning the principles of science is a painless process with this museum's stimulating, interactive displays ideal for all ages." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A short walk from Darling Harbour, Sydney’s most kid-focused museum whirs away inside the former power station for Sydney’s defunct tram network." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"385,000 objects, 22 permanent and five temporary display spaces, and more than 250 interactive exhibits. It covers science, technology, creativity, decorative arts and Australian popular culture." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Part of the Sydney Science Festival, this intriguing exhibition explores humanity’s core motivations and influences, and asks what we might become in the future." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Inside, you’ll find displays, sound effects, and gadgets relating to the sciences, transportation, human achievement, decorative art, and social history" Full review