Alice Springs Tourist Facility General Entry
Have a look at the wide variety of historic radios including a Traeger Pedal Radio and learn what it was like to communicate before telephones were invented. There is a large display of historic medical equipment that would have been used on the RFDS flights of the past. See the evolution of aeroplanes used by RFDS with a range of model aeroplanes to take you through each decade. Relive the true experience of a patient and see what its like to fly with a RFDS Pilot with our RFDS virtual reality. Walk through the museum and meet Alf Traeger and Nurse Kathy through interactive technology. Learn about the history and the activities of the RFDS’s pilots, engineers, doctors and nurses, and the experiences of the patients that are cared for each day.
What’s included
- Admission to attractions
Pricing & availability
Things to know
Confirmation
- You’ll get confirmation within minutes. If you don’t see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 24 hours before the booking date
Please select a visit date
Opening hours
- Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday / Saturday: 09:30-17:00
- Sunday-Sunday: 13:00-17:00
- Last admission: 1 hour(s) before closing
Eligibility
- Free for children aged 0-5
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
- Watch Reverend John Flynn share the inspiring history of the Royal Flying Doctor Service
- Experience the life of an RFDS patient with our captivating virtual reality flight simulation
- Step back to 1939 and explore the original RFDS operations and communication centre
- Discover outback history through decommissioned radio rooms, medical tools, and dynamic interactive exhibits
- Step inside a life-size RFDS aircraft replica for a unique behind-the-scenes experience
Additional information
- Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the venue
- Pets are not allowed inside the venue, with the exception of service animals with valid identification
- Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused entry or service. In this case, no refunds will be given
- Smoking and drinking is not allowed. You will immediately be asked to leave if caught by a staff member
Address
- 8/10 Stuart Terrace, Alice Springs Northern Territory 0870