Royal Flying Doctor Service Alice Springs Tourist Facility & Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

See, experience and learn through the wonder of technology as history is brought to life. Enjoy heroic tales of the birth and growth of the RFDS.

Visit the original Alice Springs working base that commenced operating in 1939. Discover the importance of the RFDS to outback Australians and the medical care required to service isolated regions.

The new John Flynn the hologram is an amazing experience. The pioneering holographic show forms the centrepiece of the facility, as Flynn tells the story of his vision and its realisation into the RFDS of today.

Experience our Virtual Reality and connect to the emotions of the RFDS. Relive the true experience of patient Gene Hildebrand and see what its like to fly with an RFDS pilot.

Step inside a replica RFDS aircraft and feel what it’s like to be a patient at 15,000 feet.

Walk through the museum and meet Alfred Traeger and Nurse Kathy through interactive technology.

Purchase official merchandise along with our latest co-branded range from RM Williams from the Doc Shop and help keep the RFDS flying.

Facilities

Cafe Carpark Coach Parking Family Friendly Food and Refreshments Gallery / Museum Interactive Centre Interpretive Centre Non Smoking Parents Room Public Toilet Shop / Gift Shop

Internet Access

Free Wifi

Disabled Assistance

Caters for challenges with learning and communication Caters for limited mobility Wheelchair access

Membership

Australian Tourism Export Council Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation

Accreditation

Australian Tourism Accreditation Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC

Rates

From AU$15.00

$22.00 per Adult
$16.00 per Concession
$16.00 per student (11 to 18 years)
$15.00 per Child (6 to 10 years)
$68.00 per Family (2 Adults + 3 Children)

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