Originally the Water Police Court (1856), Water Police Station (1858) and Police Court (1886), the Justice and Police museum today houses the restored 1890 character of a police station and a court. To add to the thematic concern of this museum are its building’s heavy blocks of sandstone, spiked gates, winding steps and corridor of cells. Together they reinstate the museum's themes of crime and punishment and law and order. Inside the museum you shall be able to see:

• A magistrate’s court
• A recreated police charge room and remand cells.
• A gallery of mug shots of Sydney's early criminals and an array of spine chilling weapons.
• Weird and wonderful relics from notorious crimes such as the Shark Arm Murder, the Pyjama Girl Case and the Graeme Thorne Kidnapping, as well as many original objects associated with such legendary bushrangers as Frank Gardiner, Ben Hall, Captain Moonlight and Ned Kelly.
• The museum also presents a lively program of changing exhibitions.

• Child under 15: $5

• Nearest bus station: Circular Quay, Alfred St, Stand A

Love this? Explore the entire list of places to visit in Sydney before you plan your trip.

Fancy a good night's sleep after a tiring day? Check out where to stay in Sydney and book an accommodation of your choice.