School Holiday Fun at the Australian National Maritime Museum

Dive into a program full of discovery and adventure at the Australian National Maritime Museum this spring school holidays.

From Viking treasures to a Slippery Cephalopod Science Circus, it’s a full day of swashbuckling fun packed with discovery and creativity.

School Holiday Fun at the Australian National Maritime Museum

The Australian National Maritime Museum’s spring holiday program promises a memorable day of fun, learning and imagination where budding marine adventurers can explore the wonders of the deep blue without leaving the harbour. 

Spring School Holiday Program

Discover oceans of fun things to do at the Australian National Maritime Museum these holidays:

• Explore the latest Exhibitions and step back in time to early medieval Scotland with Treasures of the Viking Age – The Galloway Hoard
• Become a raider, trader or crafty art maker at the Kid On Deck maker space
• Wield Viking Age weaponry in the Cabinet of Curiosities 
• Climb on board the Museum’s impressive fleet of Vessels
• Discover the superpowers of cephalopods in Science Circus Performances
• Embark on an adventure through the Kids Activity Trail
• Relax with books and learn to create woven fish or fabulous florals inspired by Brian Robinson’s art in the Bamal Gallery Book Nook
• Help create a collaborative artwork in Sea Kin Restoration & Art Creation
• Take control of a remotely operated underwater drone
• Little ones can dive into the Mini Mariners under-5s program 
• Learn new creative skills at hands-on workshops

Set sail for a spring school holiday adventure at the Australian National Maritime Museum. There are boatloads of engaging and interactive things to do every day of the school holidays, and many are included with your Museum ticket.

Where:    Australian National Maritime Museum, 2 Murray St, Sydney
When:     27 September to 11 October 2026
Cost:       Entry - Adults $35, Child $25, Under 4s FREE. Family $89.
                The school holiday program includes a mix of FREE and PAID exhibitions and activities. 

See the full program and book your tickets at the Australian National Maritime Museum.

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