To learn more about Australian culture and its Aboriginal roots, the best way is to take a walk through the interior of the various museums in Sydney. There are a number of interesting museums in Sydney which have been embracing many tourists who come to the city. Sydney has around 200 museums and it is almost impossible to visit all of them so we have selected top 5 museums that you can not miss. If you have decided to travel to Sydney, you can book an affordable car rental and make a visit to these museums in a comfortable manner, tailored as per your needs and requirements.

Australian Museum

The Australian Museum is the largest museum in Australia and houses an Aboriginal collection of more than 16 million artifacts which comprises of boomerangs, native birds, kangaroo drills, complete dinosaurs skeletons, and few of the country’s most dangerous predators such as crocodiles and Tasmanian Tigers etc. The exhibits at Australian Museum aren’t just confined to Australia but include artifacts from places around the Globe such as Pacific Islands, Asia, Africa and America. It also hosts several dedicated programs for young ones; these programs facilitate effective learning by the means of several playful activities and exclusive set of exhibitions for children.

Powerhouse Museum

A flagship venue for the Museum of Applied Arts and Science, the Powerhouse Museum, is located on the site of old Ultimo Power House building just next to the Darling Harbour. The exhibits represented at the Powerhouse Museum are devoted to the technologies that changed our World and the way we lead our lives. Visitors here may discover facts like how and why a magnet attracts metal, watch the “Shocking show” which demonstrates how, when, and why lightning strikes, discover more about nuclear science, space and steam travel and much more. The highlighted exhibit at the Powerhouse Museum is the 3-story-high “Boulton & Watt steam engine” which was built back in 1785 and is the world’s oldest working steam engines till date; indeed, it is one of the most educational and kid-friendly museums in the entire Australia.

Nicholson Museum

Nicholson Museum, located on the grounds of the University of Sydney Campus features the largest collection of artifacts in the Southern Hemisphere. The collection of exhibits represented here comprises of artifacts from the Ancient Egypt, Middle East, and Europe. It is the only place in the entire Sydney to house an original mummy , a 2,50,000-years old axe from France, a plaster skull from 6,000 B.C, and mosaic glass inlays dating back to 1st Century A.D. The Nicholson Museum was inaugurated in 1860 by Sir Charles Nicholson, who is also amidst one of the founders of the University of Sydney.

Hyde Parks Barracks Museum

Hyde Parks Barracks Museum represents the grim penal historical colony of Australia where convict boys and men were housed as soon as they arrived the city. Now a museum, it earlier served as an immigration depot, a courthouse, and also an asylum for Impoverished women’s. Though, not so charming and appealing to visitors because of its architecture and infrastructure, it is quite famous for the fact that palpable ghosts haunt this place. Dedicated tours are offered by the museum for the better understanding of the convict’s life behind the bars during the first half of the 18th Century.

Australian National Maritime Museum

Australian National Maritime Museum is undoubtedly the best place in Sydney to discover Australia’s maritime treasures. Visitors here get to learn more about the naval history of Australia and also discover ships, submarines or destroyers, explorers, and Navigators etc. The museum represents a varied range of seafaring, a naval, cultural and coastal theme of Australia with a number of artifacts being displayed through the permanent and rotating exhibitions, and guided tours .

Yots cafe, an open-air cafe sits just next to the museum and offers delicious seafood while visitors at Australian National Maritime Museum can also spend some time searching for a good book and picking the right gift and souvenir for their loved ones at the museum store.

The Great Ocean Road is a famous and scenic route situated between two Victorian cities: Geelong and Portland, along the Southern Ocean. This road was built by the soldiers who survived in the First World War and it is dedicated to the soldiers who were killed during the war. A visit to Melbourne is incomplete without traveling to this mythical route of Great Ocean Road.

Tip: Rent a car (van or caravan) and drive along this spectacular panoramic road which offers many beaches, fishing villages, rivers, cliffs, national parks and rainforests on its way.

Main Highlights of the Great Ocean Road:- 

The Twelve Apostles

The Twelve Apostles are giant rocks towering beautifully over the Southern Ocean. These rocks were formed by the constant erosion of limestone cliffs. Located in Port Campbell National Park, The Twelve Apostles are the biggest tourist attraction on the Great Ocean Road. The views of sunrise and sunset are breathtaking from here. The color of the Twelve Apostles changes from dark to bright depending on the time.

Bay of Islands Coastal Park

It is 32 km long coastal park along the Great Ocean Road and offers spectacular views. Located between Warrnambool and Peterborough, this reserve was set up to protect the native flora and endangered species of birds. With beautiful surroundings and natural scenery, it is a great place to sit down and relax for some time.

The Great Otway National Park

Located in the southwest of Melbourne, the Great Otway National Park offers varied landscapes spread over 1000 sq km. Here, you can find hidden waterfalls, giant ferns and amazing birdlife. The Great Ocean Road passes through the heart of this eucalyptus reserve. Many leisure activities can be performed here including hiking, cycling, horse riding and many others. In addition, you can also see the oldest lighthouse in Australia which is still standing.

Bells Beach

Bells Beach, a paradise for surfers, is another attraction located near the town of Torquay on the southern coast of Victoria. Every year on Easter weekend, the best surfers from around the world reach Bells Beach to participate in Rip Curl Pro Surfing Competition. Rip Curl Pro is the oldest and one of the most popular surf competitions in the world. Bells Beach is also worth visiting the rest of the year.

These are only a few of the most popular highlights of the Great Ocean Road. There is a lot more to experience on this 243 km trip. It would take minimum of two days to explore most of the attractions, which comes along the journey, before reaching the end.

A perfect sunny weather, stunning blue waters, marvelous beaches, historic buildings and lush greenery; all put together define the picture perfect Australian city, Perth. The exotic locales here are reason enough to behold the sight of tourists from all around the globe.

Although it is not at all easy, but here we have put forth an inventory of the 10 most beautiful attractions in Perth.

The Perth Mint:

If the idea of gold turning into liquid and then being minted into coins excites you then this is the place to be at. Here, you will even get to see the Australian Kangaroo One Tonne Gold Coin.

Perth Zoo:

Located 5 minutes from downtown in beautifully landscaped gardens, the zoo offers multitude of Australian animals such as crocodiles, giant turtles, rhinos, wallabies, kangaroos and reptiles. Perfect place for picnic and barbecue!

Art Gallery of Western Australia:

Located in the city center, the gallery exhibits a collection of Aboriginal art, sculptures, Australian and international paintings and much more to the delight of enthusiastic travelers.

Kings Park:

One of the most beautiful parks and botanic gardens in Perth, the Kings Park with green area and playgrounds is perfect for simply wandering around or even a family picnic.

Beaches:

Perth is certainly the oasis of beaches, with around 19 beaches. While Hillarys Boat Harbour is the safest amongst all, Cottesloe Beach, Scarborough Beach, Pinky Beach and City Beach are the most popular ones.

Bell Tower:

Opened in 2000, it is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the city. In the tower, you can see the world’s largest instrument consisting of bells. The bells were donated by parish of St. Martin as a gift to celebrate Australia’s bicentennial.

Aquarium of Western Australia:

It is a huge 98 meters underwater tunnel and one of the most popular tourist attractions for children and families visiting Perth.

Shopping:

If you are on the lookout for the ideal shopping circuit, head straight to Hay Street and Murray Street. In this pedestrian market, you will find numerous shops offering the best of products at the best of bargains.

Bibbulmun Track:

It is one of the most beautiful and the longest walking trail in the world. If traveling entices you, then grab your backpack and or else you may miss out on