BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness

4.7(2453)

Duration: 1 hour

Format: Indoor, air-conditioned

Ages: All ages welcome

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide: Free via QR code

From

$37.00

Experience highlights The experience

World's Most Successful Exhibition, Now in Sydney
The world's most successful travelling exhibition arrives in Sydney for the first time, having already captivated over 58 million visitors across 175 cities worldwide.
How happiness impacts the body
Discover how happiness physically impacts the body through interactive displays, including the Anatomical Mirror.
Real human specimens & plastinates
Explore real human specimens and iconic whole-body plastinates, preserved through Gunther von Hagens' plastination process.
Brain, heart & foetal development
Journey through dedicated areas exploring brain, heart, and foetal development.
Complexity, fragility, resilience
Celebrate the body's complexity, fragility, and resilience.

On the day Your visit, step by step

Book your ticket
Choose your date and time in the ticket selector. Adult, Senior/Student, Child, Family and Group bundles available.
Show up & scan in
Present your ticket via the Fever App for contactless validation at 155 George St, The Rocks.
Explore with the audio guide
Self-paced visit of about 1 hour. A free audio guide is available via QR codes throughout — bring your own headphones.

Reviews Hear from people who've visited

4.7/5

based on 2453 reviews

Very interesting, Well educational & layed out.

Staff were amazing and so kind and welcoming, exhibit was so interesting and informative, will definitely be coming again

Fabulous display, great to learn more about our bodies. Loved every minute.

Truly awesome as i only see this on books but now its in real life, highly recommended to see

Very informative

One of the most fascinating expos I've been to - spent a long time here just reading and observing everything! Definitely recommend!

What an amazing experience for our whole family. Unbeatable learning experience!

Loved it 😄

It was fascinating and mesmerizing.

Love it, each exhibit was well explained. It was fascinating

Very interesting exhibition

I found this experience to be very interesting, confronting, fascinating and marvel at how wonderful the mechanics of the human body are. Very humbling and grateful for our body.

What an incredible experience! Fascinating & educational. Highly recommend.

Very good educational and informative

Super interesting and really well set up.

In short What to expect

BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness arrives in Sydney for the first time — after captivating 58 million visitors over 175 cities. Explore real human specimens, interactive features like the Anatomical Mirror, and discover how joy transforms the body. A powerful, inspiring journey through anatomy, emotion, and health that will change how you see yourself, inside and out.

About the venueThe Rocks

The Rocks in Sydney, features cobblestone streets, waterfront views, markets, boutique shops, diverse dining, outdoor cinema under the stars, and stories from Sydney’s history.

Address
155 George St, The Rocks, 2000
Parking
Paid Wilson Parking is available on-site; the venue is also a short walk from Circular Quay (train, ferry, tram).
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible, with restrooms on-site and limited seating throughout.

FAQs Solving your doubts

Should I be aware of any content before I visit?

The exhibition is suitable for all ages, but some exhibits and installations — including real human specimens — contain mature content.

Is there an age requirement?

All ages are welcome. Children up to 3 years old don't need a ticket.

How long does the visit take?

Approximately 1 hour, self-paced.

Is the venue indoor or outdoor?

The exhibition is held indoors, in an air-conditioned venue.

Will there be an audio guide?

Yes, a free audio guide is available via QR code on site — bring your own headphones.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible.

Where can I park?

Paid Wilson Parking is available on-site; the venue is also a short walk from Circular Quay (train, ferry, tram).

Do I need to print my ticket?

No, your contactless ticket is validated directly in the Fever App.

Can I change my date or get a refund?

Date/time changes are allowed up to 48 hours before your visit; refunds are not allowed, except as required under Australian Consumer Law.

Can I make a group booking?

For school visits, healthcare professionals, corporate groups and other groups of 15+ people, use the group-bookings link in the Links of interest section below.

Will there be strobe lights?

No, there are no strobe lights used in the exhibition.

Links of interest