The sandstone facade of the Australian Museum on College Street, with its columned portico, in sunshine.

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Australian Museum

The Australian Museum, founded in 1827, is the oldest natural history museum in Australia and stands at the corner of William and College streets, opposite Hyde Park. Its galleries cover zoology, minerals, palaeontology and anthropology, with dinosaur skeletons, Australian animals and First Nations and Pacific collections, beside changing exhibitions.

Good to know

Opening hours: Mon–Sun 10:00–17:00
Price: Free entry

Hours checked October 16, 2026 · source australian.museum

When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week

Mon10:00–17:00

Tue10:00–17:00

Wed10:00–17:00

Thu10:00–17:00

Fri10:00–17:00

Sat10:00–17:00

Sun10:00–17:00

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Frequently asked questions

Is Australian Museum free?

Yes. Entry to Australian Museum is free.

What are the opening hours of Australian Museum?

Opening hours: Mon–Sun 10:00–17:00.

Free entry

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