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Justice & Police Museum

7.6Locals Score / 10

#8 of 10 Museums in Sydney

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Housed in the original Water Police Court and Police Station from the 1850s, this compact museum explores Sydney's criminal history with genuine artefacts including mugshots, weapons, and courtroom furniture. The atmosphere is authentically eerie and the stories are genuinely gripping. It operates limited hours and is closed on weekdays outside school holidays, so check the schedule carefully.

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Last verifiedJuly 14, 2026

Locals Score

7.6/10
  • Value7.5
  • Iconic5.5
  • Excellence7.5
  • Crowd level3.5
  • Authenticity9.0
  • Accessibility8.5
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Last reviewed July 14, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.