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Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility: Two Iconic Territory Stories

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Darwin, AU
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Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility: Two Iconic Territory Stories

5 (226)
Darwin, AU
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Experience the essence of Australia's Northern Territory in one iconic location with the Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility: Two Iconic Territory Stories. Immerse yourself in the heroic tales and fascinating history of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), founded by Reverend John Flynn in 1939. From life-size holograms and interactive storytelling, to exploring a decommissioned RFDS aircraft and experiencing a fully equipped medical fitout, you'll gain a deep understanding of the RFDS's vital work. Then, step into the dramatic events of the Bombing of Darwin on February 19th, 1942. Through the most modern and exciting technology, witness the destruction brought upon the city and dive into the personal stories of those involved. From virtual reality experiences to a full-size replica Japanese Zero aircraft, this immersive tour is a must for history enthusiasts and adventurers alike. Don't miss the chance to explore these two iconic stories in one unforgettable location.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours
  • Suitable for 1-10 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Self Guided Experience
  • Experience the heroic tales of the Royal Flying Doctor Service
  • Relive the drama of the Bombing of Darwin Harbour
  • Meet life-size holograms of historical figures
  • Explore a fully equipped decommissioned RFDS aircraft
  • Witness a never-before-seen virtual reality production of the bombing
  • The facility experiences are self-guided, but we provide vistors an introductory overview.
  • Souvenirs

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Introduction

Discover two iconic stories that shaped Australia's Northern Territory at the Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility: Two Iconic Territory Stories. Featuring the remarkable history of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) and the dramatic Bombing of Darwin, this tour takes you on a journey through time, celebrating the resilience of the people who call the Top End their home.

What to expect?

During this 120-minute experience, you will have the chance to see, experience, and learn through the wonder of technology as history comes to life. Uncover the heroic tales of the birth and growth of the RFDS, learning about the activities of the pilots, engineers, doctors, nurses, and patients who rely on this life-saving service every day. Immerse yourself in the stories of the RFDS's founder, John Flynn, through a lifelike hologram and engage with interactive touch panels to discover more about this iconic service. Relive the dramatic Bombing of Darwin Harbour in 1942 through captivating virtual reality and witness the destruction and resilience of the city firsthand. Engage with holograms, including Rear Admiral Etheridge Grant and Prime Minister John Curtin, who share their perspectives on this pivotal event in Australian history.

Who is this for?

The Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility caters to travelers of all ages who have a passion for history, aviation, and the story of Australia's Northern Territory. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a curious traveler, or a local seeking to deepen your understanding of the region's past, this tour provides a captivating experience for everyone. It offers a unique opportunity to learn about the RFDS and the Bombing of Darwin, ensuring that each visitor leaves with a newfound appreciation for the history and resilience of Australia's Top End.

Why book this?

This tour offers a truly immersive and engaging experience like no other. Step into the shoes of past heroes and relive their stories through state-of-the-art technology. From lifelike holograms to virtual reality simulations, every detail has been carefully crafted to transport you back in time. The Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility allows you to interact with historical figures and artifacts, creating an emotional connection to the events that shaped Australia's Northern Territory. By booking this tour, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the RFDS's vital role in remote healthcare and the enduring impact of the Bombing of Darwin. It's an experience that will leave you captivated and inspired.

Good to know

During the tour, you'll have the chance to explore a decommissioned RFDS Pilatus PC 12 aircraft and experience its fully aero medically equipped fitout. Learn about the invention of the Pedal Radio by Alf Traeger, which revolutionized communication in the Outback. Marvel at the full-size replica Japanese Zero aircraft hanging from the ceiling and discover the story of the Camilla, the Flying Boat that escaped from Darwin Harbour. Informative story boards provide additional insights and context throughout the facility, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the historical events. Come prepared to be amazed and inspired as you embark on this extraordinary journey through time.

Reviews

Visitors rave about the Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility, praising its immersive technology and the depth of historical information provided. Travelers appreciate the combination of interactive displays and informative story boards, making the tour engaging and educational. The lifelike holograms and virtual reality experiences receive particular praise for their ability to transport visitors back in time and create a truly immersive experience. Many reviewers express their gratitude for the opportunity to learn about the RFDS and the Bombing of Darwin in such a dynamic and interactive way, leaving them with a greater appreciation for the resilience and spirit of Australia's Northern Territory.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility

See, experience & learn through the wonder of technology as this facility brings history to life. Royal Flying Doctor Service Enjoy the heroic tales of the birth and growth of the RFDS. Learn about the history and the activities of the RFDS’s pilots, engineers, doctors and nurses, and the experiences of the patients that are carried and cared for each day. -Life size hologram of John Flynn the Founder of the Flying Doctor Service tells his story of the birth and growth of the RFDS. -Two Interactive story telling mini ghosts. Meet Alf Traeger and Nurse Kathy who answer selected questions from a touch panel. -Touchscreen Portals allow the visitor to learn about the history and the activities of the RFDS pilots, engineers, doctors and nurses. -A decommissioned RFDS Pilatus PC 12 aircraft that allows visitors inside the aircraft and experience a fully aero medically equipped fitout. -Pedal Radio invented by Alf Traeger and used by people of the Outback. -Story Boards that provide very informative reading of the history of the Royal Flying Doctor Service.  Bombing of Darwin Harbour Relive the drama of the Bombing of Darwin Harbour that rocked Australia in 1942. The bombing of the harbour brought destruction to the city of Darwin, and many of the experiences and stories of what happened that day are learnt through the most modern and exciting technology.  -Life size hologram of Rear Admiral Etheridge Grant was the Commanding Officer of the USS William B Preston narrates his own version of the Bombing of Darwin Harbour. -Interactive story telling mini ghosts. Meet Prime Minister John Curtin and Japanese Pilot Hajime Toyoshima who answer selected questions from a touch panel. -Virtual Reality of the bombing of Darwin Harbour. This production is the pinnacle of a movie production for VR. Never before seen production of this magnitude. -Full size replica Japanese Zero aircraft hangs from the ceiling. -Replica of Camilla the Flying Boat that escaped from Darwin Harbour and its story. -Window of 1942 and aerial view of the Bombing of Darwin Harbour that comes to life showing the bombing and aircraft fire of the first raid. -Story Boards that provide very informative reading and pictures of what took place on February 19th

Reviews

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PatR337

Excellent WWII history with lots of photos, videos and digit displays. Enjoyed the story of the RFDS. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location on Stokes Wharf.

StepQ

Great introduction by staff. Very interactive from the three VR experiences (I only did two), the siren going off and the two movies, fantastic and very informative.

Niccers16

Great display, very informative. Reality headsets and cinema experience was very informative. Defiantly a must do when in Darwin. Can do whole facility within an hour or so.

Dawngee62

Fantastic hidden gem, a must see in Darwin. Great history of not just the Flying doctors service but also the bombing of Darwin. Virtual reality of both, don’t forget to look up and behind you! Really interesting films where I learnt a lot.

Kazza B

What a great place to visit. We were wowed by the history, the great holographic stories and the VR of the bombing of Darwin. A full size plane that you could go in was great. This place shouldn’t be a secret

lisawS4450BK

Fabulous and emotional insight into the bombing of Darwin and the RFDS. Loved the interactive easy to use vision goggles and movies…we felt like we were right there during that fateful day in 1942 and why we so need the RFDS. Definitely well worth a visit.

173sherm

Wonderful facility and staff. We learned so much about the history of Darwin. Really nice displays, reenactment, holographic presentations, and actual RFDS aeromedical jets that can be toured as well. Nice gift shop as well! Great value and very fairly priced compared to other Darwin tours.

Atravelfan

We really enjoyed this -we werent sure what to expect but it was well worth a visit. The facility is lovely with VR experiences to illustrate the pilot and patient perspective. The plane is interesting to see. The hologram movie was very informative and well done.

H5152PVrobertd

The Royal Flying Doctor Service Darwin Tourist Facility tells two Darwin stories. The first is the Bombing of Darwin Harbour on 19 February 1942. The same Japanese crew that attacked Pearl Harbour attacked Darwin 10 weeks later. Every 20 minutes, the air raid sirens go off in the museum. That is the signal to head for the map of the harbour in the centre and watch the Bombing of Darwin Harbour on the big screen. Stokes Hill Wharf was destroyed along with several ships. The second story was the Royal Flying Doctor Service which provides medical care for Australians who live in the outback, far from any town. They are flown to either Darwin or Adelaide for treatment in a plane such as the one exhibited here. This is a Pilatus PC12, in use from 1995 through 2016. It has room for two stretchers. There were also virtual reality shows and movies featuring holograms for both stories. I highly recommend a visit here.

theresamL3128QN

This exhibit is amazing. The interactive virtual reality of both the bombing of Darwin and the RFDS flights were my favourite Value for money with two short movies included Excellent items in gift shop Several purchased!!!
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-05 05:52
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