Immerse yourself at Hyde Park Barracks
Immerse yourself at Hyde Park Barracks
Buy ticketsOpen Thu to Sun
10am–5pm
Sessions start every half hour and take about 90 minutes.
Members enjoy free entry.
A UNESCO World Heritage-listed site in the heart of historic Sydney, the Hyde Park Barracks is an extraordinary living record of early colonial Australia. Originally built to house convicts, the Barracks has also served as an immigration depot, asylum, law courts and government offices. Today it is a cutting-edge museum.
Acknowledgment of Country
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the Country on which the Hyde Park Barracks sits, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, and pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.
We acknowledge the impact the Hyde Park Barracks has had on Aboriginal Country and that this impact continues to be felt today.
Was, is, and always will be Aboriginal land.
Convict impact on Aboriginal peopleWelcome
Live your history
Tradition meets cutting-edge innovation, bringing our complex past to life more authentically than ever before. An unmissable, immersive experience for all ages, this isn’t a walk through history. It’s living it.
Accessibility
Everyone welcome
The Hyde Park Barracks welcomes everyone. We provide access to the site for people from all backgrounds and abilities, so everyone can enjoy its history.
More information about accessibility
What visitors say....
2019 Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence
Amazing History
" What an amazing history this place has, a must for anyone to do !!!" Janette , Australia
Absolutely love the new renovations
"They have done amazing job, really made it an amazing immersive experience. Highly recommend you check it out." Adam , Australia
You have to visit
"Doesn’t matter if you are into historical facts or not you have to go... See it, feel it and try some of it out." Clive , United KingdomExplore stories from the Hyde Park Barracks
Visit the Hyde Park Barracks to hear more stories.
Explore
Kidsʼ trail
Kids can explore the museum with a new tailored audio guide and activity trail. Listen for clues and complete activities as you move through the museum - spot the rats, draw your own convict tattoo and more! Suitable for kids aged 5-10 years.
Getting here
Where to find the Hyde Park Barracks
The Hyde Park Barracks is located at the southern (Hyde Park) end of Macquarie Street, next to The Mint.