National Museum of Australia is the national capital and is dedicated to preserving and illuminating Australia's social history, delving into pivotal issues, notable individuals, and significant events that have influenced the nation. The National Museum of Australia Act 1980 formalised and widely acknowledged its establishment. The museum showcases a historical timeline spanning 50,000 years of Indigenous heritage, the period since the 1788 settlement, and noteworthy milestones such as the Federation and the Sydney 2000 Olympics. Among its prized possessions are the world's most extensive assortment of Aboriginal bark paintings and stone tools, the preserved remains of Phar Lap, a champion racehorse, and the Holden prototype. The museum's expansive collection, recognized as the National Historical Collection, encompasses over 210,000 items. Entry to the National Museum of Australia is complimentary for visitors.
UNIQUE FACTS:
• Free Admission
• Exhibitions
• Educational
• School Programs.
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NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA REVIEWS
This is an amazing place for everyone. It is huge with so much to see and experience. To experience it to its full potential set aside a day. So very happy to have gone there and would highly recommend to everyone. There is cafe inside, along with a shop. Parking is available.
The national museum is so cool, would definitely suggest going on a quite day if you can so you can take all the time you need. All of the exhibits were put together very well and have a nice flow to them, and plenty of small bits of fun to find and explore as well.
A wonderful experience. Staff are extremely helpful. The venue is easy to navigate with surprises around each corner. Recommended for young and old. Great location for kids to learn about Australian history. A must next time you are in Canberra.
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Questacon is the National Science and Technology Centre and is an interactive science communication facility in Canberra, Australia. Housing over 200 interactive exhibits focused on science and technology, it offers various science programs designed to foster a passion for science among Australian children. The Questacon Science Circus, an extensive science outreach initiative, connects with over 100,000 individuals annually, covers 25,000 kilometres, conducts professional development courses for 600 teachers, and visits approximately 30 remote Aboriginal communities, hospitals, nursing homes, and special schools. Additionally, the centre boasts multiple performance spaces for presentations geared towards general audiences and academic gatherings by Questacon's resident theatre ensemble, the "Excited Particles." This troupe also stages puppetry performances tailored for young children.
UNIQUE FACTS:
• Communication
• Travelling Exhibitions
• Exhibition Fabrication.
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Concession card $17.50
Children 4-16 Years $17.50
Family (up to 2 adults and up to 3 children) $70
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QUESTACON REVIEWS
Can’t beat this place for the kids. Haven’t been here for decades and it’s missing a lot more than it use to in its prime but still has a lot for the kids, even my 8month old had a blast. Nice little intro of hands on science lab for the kids, stop motion class for the older kids and small kid area with water play is a great addition.
Without doubt a must see if you have curious kids or you yourself have that childish curiosity. Offering fun and quirky exhibits that encourages you to learn and play. Our kid loved the approach by the museum including the lightning exhibit and the earthquake ride and the cloud vortex and the various mirrors.
Awesome interactive fun for the kids. Parking is good and you can do the whole thing in under 3 hours. We got in early just before the school excursions started and it went pretty smoothly. There’s a sensory play area for 0-6 years which my daughter loved. Great day out!!
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National Zoo & Aquarium is Australia's sole collaborative entity combining a zoo and aquarium. Richard Tindale owns this privately coordinated 19-hectare establishment in Canberra, the Australian capital city, specifically in Yarralumla at the western edge of Lake Burley Griffin, adjacent to Scrivener Dam. In a significant expansion, the facility recently added 12 hectares of open-range exhibits, inaugurated in May 2017. Managed as a primarily family-run business by Richard Tindale, the zoo features a diverse range of Australian endemic and introduced species, boasting the largest collection of big cats in the country. The establishment also offers interactive tours and animal experiences for its guests.
UNIQUE FACTS:
• Aquariums
• Walk On The Wild Side
• Giraffe
• Family Tour.
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Child 3 – 17 $32
Student Card Holder $48
Seniors Card/Pension Card Holders $48
Adult $55
Family 2 Adults and up to 3 Children $152
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We absolutely loved our time at this zoo! Took our 2 year old and really enjoyed seeing all the amazing animals. We were pleasantly surprised by how many big cats there were and how close you could get to the enclosures to see the animals up close. We spent 4 and a half hours and could have stayed longer. You probably need to give yourself up to 6 hours. Didnt get much time to see all of the aquarium but great they also have that to see. The kids playground is the best playground for kids! Our daughter had so much fun. There's two places to eat at which is handy. Admission cost really reasonable, plenty of parking and the zoo itself is well laid out.
Great zoo - giving it 5 stars for the amount and range of animal interactions that can be booked, and that you can stay on-site. Very clean and well laid out zoo. Numbered signs help you see everything, without accidentally missing an exhibit, but it can be annoying when you've done the whole place more than once and just want to get back to the car. Aquarium is pretty small and they've packed in as many animals as possible there for the available space. Plenty of grassy areas to sit and eat, along with shaded areas and outdoor seating. Didn't eat / buy food there, so can't comment on the catering facilities. Ample parking and several entrances into the zoo (so you're not walking endlessly from where you parked, just to get in). For those with prams / strollers - most of the place is flat with not many hills. Some stairs but there was always an alternate way of getting around them.
I've been to a lot of zoos. But this has to be the most picturesque one ever. Beautifully designed enclosures and landscaped surroundings make for such a tranquil visit. You can get up close to so many of the animals, and there's a great variety there too. One of the very few zoos I've been to with leopards, my all time favourite animal. Loved it.
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