Australian Museum

5.0  ( 1 review ) · 1 William Street, Sydney, New South Wales (View Map) · Show Phone
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OVERVIEW

Australian Museum offers couples the unique opportunity to exchange vows in a venue steeped in history. Whether you host among the Dinosaurs or celebrate surrounded by the creatures of the deep, there's something magical for every event.

A unique and magical venue for a wedding that is truly memorable and distinctly different.

A Sydney icon, Australia’s first Museum offers a collection of enchanting venues that can be seamlessly accommodated and tailored to suit your needs.

Combined with a superior level of personal and professional service, the Australian Museum is the perfect venue to host an unforgettable wedding and turn your dreams into reality.

Located in the Sydney CBD and with over six unique spaces, the Australian Museum offers a memorable event to suit every style and budget. The Westpac Long Gallery offers a stunning setting of two hundred Australian treasures which creates the perfect background for a kings table.

For that glamorous romance, wonder at the grandeur of the Wild Planet with its majestic, ornate colonial style ceilings; infamous hanging whale; and masterfully crafted marble staircase.

For that element of surprise, captivate your guests in the land of Dinosaurs. For a touch of contemporary elegance, enjoy the Terrace with its sweeping views of the city skyline leading to St Mary's Cathedral and glimpses of the harbour.

Supported by a professional events team, your very own dedicated wedding planner will be there to guide you at every step of the way, from planning all the finer details to ensuring your dreams become a reality on the big day.

Celebrate your wedding in style and luxurious grace. For further details on a wedding that is truly magical in a venue that is distinctly different, the Australian Museum welcomes you


Venue Features

Indoor Ceremony

Min 50 / Max 600 Reception guests

Price per head: Low $125 / High $ 175

Time restrictions: 4:00 PM

In-house catering

5.00 hours Event time included

Additional Hours $10 Per Head

Music must end by 12:00 AM


Location

1 William Street, Sydney, New South Wales

Sydney and surrounding areas
Sydney and surrounding areas

Nearby Accommodation


FAQ

Yes, we have 3 out door spaces, an open lawn, under a tree or on the terrace. The terrace can hold ceremonies at either end. Se essentially giving the happy couple the choice of 4 spaces.

Sit down  120 with room for band and dance floor 150 without band and dance floor  Cocktail 200 We can open up and allow spill out onto the terrace Outside on the lawn   200 banquet  250-280 cocktail  Terrace 60 banquet 100 cocktail 

After 10pm live music has to come inside and all doors need to be closed.

Yes, we are pet friendly. Dogs are allowed on the Terrace but not in the restaurant unless they are service dogs.

Unfortunately not, however we do allow you to bring your wedding cake from an external supplier.


1 review 5.0 Write a Review

April 2019

The Australian Museum was an amazing place to get married. It was quirky and different, which was exactly what we were after, but also elegant and classy. We didn't need too many decorations because the museum displays we used (Wild Planet and The Long Gallery) were stunning enough without adding to them - we just used table centrepieces. Our food was also spectacular, as were the wines. The feedback we keep getting is that our wedding was the most memorable, spectacular and fun that many of our guests had ever attended. The only point for improvement I could give is that we did have several changes of wedding coordinator, for various reasons. If we could have had one coordinator throughout I would have said the experience was perfect! Both myself and my groom would definitely recommend getting married at the Australian Museum!

Elissa M.


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Looking for a late finish venue?

Hi There, I am marrying a beautiful Argentinean next year. We are trying to blend the 2 cultures with our wedding but are finding it very challenging. One of the key cultural issues is the finish time of the weddings - there weddings finish at 6-8am (no joke) and ours finish at 11pm! At present we are trying to find a venue that can host us till 2-3am. (150 people) - with a later start as well. Any suggestions!? Thanks!

Australian Museum

Hello,

Unfortunately our licence does not permit us to trade after 12am.

Thank you,

Create Consultants

Do many venues provide the option for a cash bar?

We don't drink, so are considering this as an option..

Australian Museum

Hi,

we do offer a cash bar but depending on the number of guests we have a minimum spend to cover staff wages.

best regards,

Anthony

What's the average cost at your wedding venue?

Australian Museum

Hi, 

food and beverage packages range from $99 to $175. room hire range from $1,000 to $3,000

if you would like a site inspection, we'd be delighted to show you around.

cheers,

Anthony

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