The Justice & Police Museum sits on the corner of Albert and Phillip Streets in Sydney, New South Wales, a short walk from the city centre. It occupies a former courthouse and police station, and the building itself is part of the visit: you move through the spaces where the law was once administered and where police work was once carried out.
What you will see
The museum explores the history of crime, punishment and law enforcement in Sydney. Its displays are built around the historic courtrooms, which give a clear sense of how legal proceedings were once conducted, and around a collection of police artifacts that shows the everyday tools and records of the force over time.
Who it suits
The museum will appeal most to visitors with an interest in history, in how cities govern and keep order, or in the working life of the courts and police. Because the rooms are compact and the subject is focused, it works well as a single visit within a day of sightseeing rather than as a destination in itself.
Around the museum
Its corner location places it in the heart of the city, so it can be combined easily with other central Sydney stops. Visitors who want to plan ahead can call the museum on +61-2-9252-1144 to check current arrangements before setting out.
