Museum highlights

Guided tour

Embark on an educational adventure with our friendly and knowledgeable museum guides.

Discover iconic museum objects, uncover hidden treasures and hear fascinating stories of how Australia is a nation shaped by sea.

Tours can be tailored to align with your classroom learning. Explore a range of topics, including:

  • First Nations connections to Sea Country  
  • ocean science innovations
  • maritime archaeology discoveries  
  • tales of historic vessels and voyages
  • intrepid stories of migration across the sea

 

Also included

  • Free self-guided access to museum exhibitions and HMAS Vampire outside of the scheduled program times. If you wish to visit any other vessels, please include the details in your booking form.  
  • All groups have a 30-minute recess and safety induction on arrival.  
  • Please indicate in your booking enquiry if you would like to schedule a lunch break during your visit. 

Curriculum links

At the time of booking, please tell us about your specific areas of interest and any learning outcomes that you would like us to address during the tour.  

Accessibility

This program is conducted within the main museum building and along the wharves.  

  • There is ramp and lift access to all exhibition spaces within the main museum building.  
  • Wheelchair users can access the wharf with assistance.  
  • This program does not include boarding the vessels.    

Please indicate in your booking enquiry if anyone in your group has additional support needs so that we can ensure everyone has a positive experience at the museum. 

 

Accessibility for schools

Cost

$225 per group of 15 students.  

Free for teachers and supervising adults within the required supervision ratio, 1 adult per 15 students.

Book with another education program on the same day for $300 per group of 15 students.  

Discounts are available to schools with an ICSEA score of 800 or lower. 

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