Hidden gems: History museums in Australia

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Australia. This list contains 75 places from History museum category.

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The Surf Gallery
Museum
👍👍 Very nice customer service and well set out museum Delightful. Raspberry and white chocolate muffin was sooooo tasty chased down with a mocha.
5.00 (36 reviews)
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Dunolly Museum
History museum
5.00 (6 reviews)
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Windsor & Districts Historical Society
Historical society
👍👍 The Windsor and Districts Historical Society is based in the former Council Chambers, a quaint old stone building, constructed in 1897 from stone carved out of the nearby Windsor quarry. The old building and quarry are now heritage-listed and can be visited for a glimpse of this fascinating piece of...
5.00 (6 reviews)
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Dardanup Heritage Park
History museum
👍👍 Wow what a display of machinery, vehicles and military items. Thank goodness for the volunteers and fantastic cafe staff. Need a sit down mid way as so much to see. Allow at least 3 hours. All volunteers are so informative.
4.90 (81 reviews)
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South Gippsland Tank Adventures
Tour operator
👍👍 Such awesome fun! Took a ride in the centurion which was great. Cameron and Dan took me through all the details of each tank and it's so good to be able to get in all the vehicles and be able to play with all the various instruments, turrets and sights. They really know their stuff and great to chat...
4.90 (75 reviews)
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Foster Museum
Museum
👍👍 Great variety of local history.
4.90 (15 reviews)
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Merimbula Imlay Historical Society
History museum
Historical society housed in a 19th-century heritage site featuring archival photos & artifacts.
4.90 (7 reviews)
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Jindera Pioneer Museum
Local history museum
👍👍 A must see for lovers of Australian history. I felt like I had been transported back in time. Staff were so friendly, well informed and more than willing to answer any questions. The smell of old fire places and lanolin really added to the experience. Well worth the cost to get in. I can't wait to g...
4.80 (149 reviews)
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Nungarin Heritage Machinery and Army Museum
Army museum
👍👍 Amazing place, full of machinery and ww2 vehicles with all sorts of displays. Run by a bunch of caring volunteers. A must see destination. Could easily spend the whole day roaming around the area here, the Museum is only the tip of the iceberg for historians, the land surrounding the museum also has...
4.80 (106 reviews)
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The Ration Shed Museum
History museum
4.80 (93 reviews)
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The Darwin History and Wartime Experience
Tour operator
👍👍 A wartime Studebaker truck with a Hercules engine was the perfect ride for this informative educational and highly entertaining tour. Dave was wonderful with commentary th whole time.
4.80 (74 reviews)
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Miegunyah House Museum
History museum
👍👍 What a lovely treasure hidden in the side streets of Brisbane. We came upon Miegunyah House Museum unexpectedly during the Brisbane Open House in 2019. There is so much historian detail that is preserved within these halo walls that is so beautifully maintained. From the quaint kitchen to the charm...
4.80 (49 reviews)
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Fire Brigade Historical Society
History museum
👍👍 Highly recommend! The old fire vehicles are immaculately maintained and everyone gets a sense of how much work is done by the brigade. You get to see the history and evolution of the vehicles. Also how they used to operate and accessorise. Great courtious team of people who give an indepth tour of t...
4.80 (38 reviews)
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The Light Horse & Field Artillery Museum
Museum
👍 Deserves a better place. The owner/curator has so much knowledge that needs to be protected
4.80 (23 reviews)
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Redland Museum Inc - Russell Island
Museum
👍👍 A wonderful collection of all sorts of items and documents from past days of the Island. From household items to farming - and other - 'machinery' (man or horse powered). The photos and documents available to see there is fantastic. Especially for those who love history in general, but especially pr...
4.80 (13 reviews)
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Shrine of Memories
History museum
👍👍 Passed by early in the morning, very picturesque landmark.
4.80 (10 reviews)
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Don Dorrigo and Guy Fawkes Historical Society Museum
History museum
👍👍 Beautiful little heritage museum in Dorrigo, amazing history on the town, pioneers and logging history within the area. Very much worth a visit and only a small donation to enter. Will be back to visit again!
4.80 (10 reviews)
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policebikes.com.au
Motorcycle repair shop
4.80 (8 reviews)
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Clarence Town and District Historical Museum Association
History museum
👍👍 Great place to visit and learn about the history of the area
4.80 (6 reviews)
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Zara Clark Museum
Museum
$$ $$
4.70 (120 reviews)
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