Royal Flying Doctor Service Alice Springs Tourist Facility (RFDS Museum) Tours and Tickets

Immerse yourself into the history of Mparntwe (pronounced m’barn-twa), the Arrernte name of Alice Springs. Learn how it came to be the central hub of the Australian outback by visiting the historical sites that played a big part in the evolution of a town originally called Stuart and its progression to what Alice Springs is today.

Explore Alice Springs and the East MacDonnell ranges. Visit Anzac Hill, School of Air, Araluen Art Centre, Dr John Flynn's Museum, Emily Gap, Jessie Gap, and more. Discover heroic tales of the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Visit Aboriginal spiritual sites before enjoying panoramic views of Alice Springs from Anzac Hill.

Head to Finke Gorge National Park from Alice Springs to explore an Aboriginal community and a beautiful oasis in the outback. Visit the historic town of Hermannsburg with its historic buildings and Aboriginal art gallery before going off-road in a 4WD to tackle the notorious Finke River trail. Highlights include a picnic lunch, Palm Valley, known for its red cabbage palms, and views of the MacDonnell Ranges from Kalarranga Lookout.

The outback town of Alice Springs lies at the heart of Australia’s Red Centre. With this tour, experience Outback Country as you drive through the West MacDonnell Ranges and enjoy short walks at Simpsons Gap and Standley Chasm. Then, learn about outback life with visits to The School of the Air, the Telegraph Station, the Royal Flying Doctors Service, and Alice Springs Reptile Centre.

Discover East MacDonnell Ranges & Alice Town Highlights. The half-day tour provides an excellent overview of Alice Springs, allowing you to explore the town and the picturesque East MacDonnell Ranges. Your adventure will begin with visits to several local attractions, including the Araluen Arts Centre, the Royal Flying Doctor Service Alice Springs Tour Facility, and the Anzac hill. After experiencing the town's highlights, you’ll head out to the surrounding countryside, where you’ll visit Emily Gap and Jessie Gap, two significant Aboriginal spiritual sites. Then you will visit Corroboree Rock where you will take a short walk with our guide around the rock base. Next you will visit Trephina Gorge nature park, and Australia the largest ghost gum tree. The tour culminates at Anzac hill, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the town and the desert as the sun sets over the MacDonnell Ranges.