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RFDS Alice Springs Tourist Facility | General Entry
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RFDS Alice Springs Tourist Facility | General Entry

Alice Springs, Australia

Visit the original 1939 RFDS Alice Springs operational base. Experience the heart of the RFDS, in the heart of the Australian Outback.

Duration1 Hour (approx.)
Start & End TimeVaries
Start & End LocationAlice Springs, NT
Minimum AgeAll ages

RFDS Alice Springs Tourist Facility | General Entry Highlights

  • Get up to 10% cash back per person when you book with us
  • One of only two life-size ‘human’ holograms in the Southern Hemisphere
  • Watch as RFDS Founder The Reverend John Flynn takes you through the founding and history of the RFDS
  • Experience a flight as an RFDS patient through immersive virtual reality
  • View the historic ‘OCC’ - the beating heart and communication lifeline of the Flying Doctor - as it was in 1939
  • Embark on a tour around the RFDS museum and experience the history of the RFDS in SA/NT
  • Take a tour through decommissioned radio rooms - the backbone of early outback communications and see historical medical supplies and instruments.
  • Walk through the museum and meet Alf Traeger and Nurse Kathy thru interactive technology
  • Step inside a replica RFDS aircraft

What's Excluded

What to Expect

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most visitors spend about 1–1.5 hours exploring the facility, but you’re welcome to stay longer to take in all the exhibits.

Yes, the virtual reality experience is included as part of your general entry ticket.

Absolutely! The interactive exhibits and virtual reality experience are engaging for kids and adults alike.

The facility is open daily, typically from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm. However, hours may vary, so check in advance before visiting.

Yes, there is a gift shop on-site where you can purchase RFDS-themed souvenirs, books, and more.

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A Refundable Booking is available at checkout. This will provide 100% refund for one of the many reasons included via our terms - including adverse weather, sickness or delays with transport.

All customer cancellation & refund requests are also subject to our website’s own refund conditions.

Tour Operator

Royal Flying Doctor Service Alice Springs
8 - 10 Stuart Terrace, Alice Springs
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