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Darwin Royal Flying Doctor Service Entry Ticket

VR experience area at Darwin Royal Flying Doctor Service with seating and headsets.

Young visitor exploring aircraft exhibit at Darwin Royal Flying Doctor Service museum.

Child inside Royal Flying Doctor Service plane exhibit in Darwin, Australia.

Cockpit view of a Royal Flying Doctor Service aircraft in Darwin.

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Experience, see, and learn about the history of the Royal Flying Doctor Service in Australia through the wonder of technology, as virtual reality and holograms bring history to life!

Learn about the origins of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, founded by John Flynn.

Discover the events that transpired on the day of the bombing of Darwin’s harbour.

Experience history through state-of-the-art technology that utilizes virtual reality and holograms.

Peek into the lives and activities of the numerous people employed by the RFDS.

Explore a decommissioned RFDS Pilatus PC 12 aircraft, suspended from the ceiling.

Admission ticket

A hologram cinema experience

Two virtual reality experiences

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Rob C
Couple
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Sep 2023
Reality of bombing and tactile experience. A very organised experience with friendly staff
Paula H
Couple
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Aug 2022
Absolutely fascinating, learned so much , extremely informative, a must for anyone!
Headout Guest
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Aug 2024
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Aug 2024
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Aug 2024

Founded in the Northern Territory of Australia in 1939, the Royal Flying Doctor Service started off as an aeromedical operation. The second landmark occasion is the Bombing of Darwin in 1942. These two landmark incidents are captured at the location, with the aid of cutting-edge technology.

You will have a chance to see the Japanese attack on Darwin harbour with the aid of holograms, virtual reality, and projection windows. A decommissioned RFDS Pilatus PC 12 aircraft is present at the facility, completely equipped with the medical supplies as it was during World War 2. The plane is completely accessible to the public and offers an unforgettable experience to relive history. You can also catch sight of a life-sized replica Japanese aircraft suspended from the ceiling. You can discover the activities and roles of the various engineers, doctors, nurses, and pilots of the RFDS, and their day-to-day life during the height of the war.

Important Information

Please note that it takes approximately 2 to 3 hours, hence it is recommended to wear shoes for this experience.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the ticket redemption point.

If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs.

Ticket Redemption Point

Redeem your ticket at the RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility.

Address: 45 Stokes Hill Rd, Darwin City NT 0800, Australia.

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