Australia Tourist AttractionsAustralian National Maritime Museum
Located in Darling Harbour, Sydney, entrance to this maritime museum is free, and explains all about the history of this harbour city with over 40,000 maritime crafts, relics and documents that transport you back in time. Australia is so closely linked with the sea through defence, exploration, commerce play and sport that a visit to the Maritime Museum captures the way that water has influenced the development of Australia. Featuring fun activities, the chance to board different ships and lively exhibitions, this museum is an excellent way to explore Australia's history. One of the highlights of the museum is the chance to see the fastest boat in the world - Ken Warby's Spirit of Australia, which was travel at the amazing speed of 511 kilometres an hour!