Justice and Police Museum

Visit Justice and Police Museum, a leading cultural attraction in Sydney with lots to see and do

Old weapons on display at the Sydney Justice and Police Museum
Old weapons on display at the Sydney Justice and Police Museum cc licensed photo by Soon.

Once at the Justice and Police Museum, you will be able to examine the history of law, crime and policing in New South Wales. You may also explore the atmospheric interior of the building, stand before the Duty Sergeant’s desk in the Charge Room and view the shocking collection of weapons and mug-shots of criminal offenders.

The museum also houses a vast film archive which documents, police investigations, over nine thousand objects and other important records. Here, you will find a wealth of information on policing in New South Wales, the social history of law and crime. The museum also offers a comprehensive school education program, as well as other lively programs designed to provide the public with information. It's great fun exploring the corridors of the Museum with names deeply carved into the sandstone walls, as well as meticulous handwriting preserved in the numerous forms and documents the former court building contains.

Check out the huge assortment of weapons dating back as far as 1910 in the Crime Museum. Walk down the foreboding Corridor of Cells and imagine what it was like for the criminals in past days.

Facts For Your Visit

Fee: Yes

Justice and Police Museum Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: Closed
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Address: Cnr Phillip St &, Albert St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Phone: (02) 9252 1144

Official Website: Justice and Police Museum

Justice and Police Museum Reviews

Rated 4.5 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating This was an unexpected experience that has free entry and was enjoyed by teenagers which is a feat in itself! The videos playing were informative and the history throughout was captivating. Well worth your time. It is only open on weekends, maybe for now?
Kimberly Doyle - a month ago

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4 Star Rating Fun specialist museum. Loads of things for kids to try, including opening a safe, checking out a courtroom, dressing up, locked in a cell and getting fingerprinted. Plus many police-related displays. But best if an adult is there to explain some of the more macabre elements, like a lead-lined coffin to younger children!
Daniel Maurice - a month ago

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5 Star Rating Quite an interesting museum located near the Opera house. Free of charge with a small activity for children. Very welcoming staff as well
Simeon Xavier Thomas - 5 months ago

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5 Star Rating It is what it is, it's a free way to kill a few hours and learn about some grizzly historic facts. Guided tour is interesting and there's plenty to look at for maybe 45-90 minutes. Don't be sad if you missed it but if you're a local and in the Circular Quay there's no reason not to go. Note that there are a few pictures of crime scenes/deceased people. Bonus points from me though
Jack Zacharias - a week ago

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5 Star Rating Great Sydney museum, with free admission. Displays feature various aspects of crime and punishment in Sydney, with an emphasis on the late 19th and early-to-mid 20th centuries. Some "hands on" exhibits, including the safe cracking simulation. Also features many crime-scene photographs, some of these include images of deceased victims. Nothing overly gory, just something to be aware of.
Mark Mc Laughlin - 6 months ago

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Directions

Line Nearest Station Walking Time
L2, T2, T3 or FerryCircular Quay1 minute

How to get to Justice and Police Museum by

By Train or Ferry: Exit at Circular Quay, cross the street and walk east on on Alfred Street to Phillip Street and follow it around the corner to Albert Street. The museum is right on the southeast corner.

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