Madame Tussauds Sydney, is a world-renowned wax museum on Sydney’s Darling Harbour waterfront. The museum opened in 2012 and is part of the global Madame Tussauds chain, known for its incredibly realistic wax sculptures. Madame Tussauds provides visitors with a fun and interactive way to get up close and personal with over 100 lifelike wax figures of historical figures, celebrities, world leaders, actors, musicians, athletes and pop culture icons.
Have a seat with Einstein, hit a six with cricket legend Glenn McGrath, flex your muscles next to Spider-Man™or Wonder Woman™, strut the catwalk next to Elle Macpherson or be part of the royal family portrait. Have a photo with Aussie icons Nicole Kidman, Olivia Newton-John, Hugh Jackman, and the late Steve Irwin whose son Robert Irwin is the youngest Australian to be honoured with a Madame Tussauds wax figure.
Madame Marie Tussaud was born Marie Grosholtz in 1761 in Strasbourg, France. Marie learnt the craft of sculpting with wax from physician Dr. Philippe Curtius who crafted wax replications of human body parts to visualise human anatomy. The first wax figures crafted by Marie Grosholtz were King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, after the French Revolution.
Her passion and talent led to fame when her family moved to Britain and opened a London exhibition. Over two centuries later, Madame Tussauds is the world’s leading wax museum with exhibits in more than two dozen major cities. Millions of curious visitors have wandered in amazement through Madame Tussauds and the museums remain as popular as ever.
The Madame Tussaud Sydney Museum is organised into themed zones, such as Australian history, sports, fashion, world leaders, TV, film and superheroes. Visitors are encouraged to take photos posing with their favourite stars, creating fun and lasting memories.
Sydney is a vibrant blend of natural beauty and iconic landmarks. Wrapped around one of the world’s most stunning harbours, the city is home to famous sights like the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. Beyond its striking architecture, Sydney boasts pristine beaches, lush gardens, and pockets of bushland teeming with wildlife.
The city’s dynamic food, arts, and entertainment scene promises something for everyone. Discover its rich history through convict-era buildings and explore modern landmarks like the Sydney Tower. And remember to include a visit to Madame Tussauds at Darling Harbour.
No Sydney holiday is complete without cruising the harbour—whether it’s a sightseeing tour aboard Sydney Harbour Cruises or on the dazzling Sydney Showboat, the city’s longest-running cabaret show. Time it right and catch the thrilling start to the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race or New Year’s Eve Fireworks. Sydney offers an unforgettable mix of culture, adventure, and relaxation at every turn.
It takes around two hours to walk through Madame Tussauds Sydney. However, with over 100 exhibits, it’s worth allowing longer to browse at your leisure.
Yes! Visitors are encouraged to take photos of themselves with the wax figures. There are even props at some of the exhibits so you can really step into character.
The team at Madame Tussauds Wax Museums combine time-honoured techniques with cutting-edge technology. It takes around 150 images and over 500 exact measurements to create each celebrity figure. The sculpting process takes months to complete and each sculpture can cost as much as $220,000.
A charming tradition that has endured through the centuries is for celebrities to provide their own clothing for their wax figures. Before the figure is unveiled, it is approved by the entire Madame Tussauds team and if possible the personality.
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