Tuesday 4 February 2025, Sydney: The Australian Museum (AM) today announced the extension of its major summer exhibition, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru, until Sunday 11 May 2025. To give audiences an even greater taste of Peruvian culture, the AM will also host Fiesta de Perú, a vibrant two-day festival celebrating the rich heritage of the Andes.
Running from Saturday 22 – Sunday 23 February 2025, Fiesta de Perú features a diverse program of free and ticketed events, including live music and dance performances, Peruvian culinary experiences, artisan markets, and engaging cultural activities. At the same time, visitors can continue to enjoy the extended exhibition, which features 134 priceless artefacts alongside an award-winning virtual reality (VR) tour of Machu Picchu.
Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru transports you to ancient Peru with breathtaking artefacts and immersive storytelling. With over 130 artefacts and one of the most impressive collections of gold to ever tour the globe, this is an exhibition not to be missed.
Embark on an incredible journey back thousands of years to ancient Peru. This extraordinary multi-sensory experience features stunning artefacts and immersive displays that bring the grandeur of Peru’s rich history to life. With the add-on VR experience, you can experience the majesty and awe of Machu Picchu without leaving Sydney, thanks to 360-degree motion chairs and cutting-edge drone footage. Don’t miss out and get your tickets today for Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru in Sydney!
Highlights:
Get an unparalleled glimpse into the opulent world of ancient Peru through state-of-the-art multimedia displays and stunning projections
Witness the daily lives and extraordinary achievements of the Andean people through fascinating jewellery, ceramics, and funerary objects
Experience the grandeur of Machu Picchu in VR with 360-degree motion chairs and cutting-edge drone footage (for an additional fee)
For an add-on fee, visitors will also experience the first-ever virtual reality "fly-through" of the Incan city, Machu Picchu, where they’ll be transported across the globe to see, hear and feel the mysterious city in the sky. Using ground-breaking VR, 360-degree motion chairs and cutting-edge drone footage, visitors will take part in an astonishing expedition to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, high in the forests of the Andean mountains, without leaving Sydney.
Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru will be supported by a rich variety of Peruvian themed events every month, including exclusive conversations, experiences, music and tours. The AM’s full summer program, Journey to Peru, will be announced soon.
Event Details:
Dates: Select your date & time directly in the ticket selector
Duration: Allow 1 hour
Ages: All ages are welcome!
Tickets: Off peak: Adult $37.50, Child $20, Family x 4 $94; Peak: Adult $42.50, Child $23.50, Family x 4 $110. VR experience: $22.00
Location: Australian Museum, 1, William St, Sydney, NSW, 2010
Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible. Special exhibition ticketed entry is free for those who hold a Companion Card and assist a ticket holder as a carer. Carer’s free entry is processed at the Australia Museum on presentation of their Companion Card.
Notes: Please consult the FAQs of this experience here
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