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Museum of Sydney
Sydney, Australia
Modern museum built over Australia's first Government House & celebrating the diversity of the city.
Free admission every day
Rating 4.1
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Opal Museum
Last verified: Oct 5, 2025 Source confidence: Medium Sources: Google
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- Hours
- Monday: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Phone
- (02) 9247 6344
- Website
- Visit site
- Address
- 60 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
About this museum
Nestled in Sydney, the Opal Museum offers a fascinating journey into Australia's national gemstone, showcasing stunning displays of rare and colorful opals from across the continent. Visitors can explore intricate exhibits highlighting opal formation, mining techniques, and remarkable specimens, including a remarkable prehistoric connection through dinosaur - related displays. Entry is complimentary, allowing guests to discover the rich geological and cultural significance of these luminous stones in an accessible, engaging environment.
Admission and verification
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Visit notes
- Free admission every day
- Today: 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM -
- Plan for about an hour
- Verified Oct 5, 2025
Plan your free visit
Confirm admission
Free admission every day; confirm with the museum or map listing if plans are time-sensitive.
Check hours
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM -
Plan the route
60 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Accessibility
Wheelchair access is reported for this venue.
Listing quality
- 2 public sources linked
- Official website available
- Map listing available
- Photo preview available
- 4.0 rating from 221 reviews
Opening hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
Location
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