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Qantas Founders Museum

  • Museums + Galleries

$30Child

Ignite Your Imagination at Qantas Founders Museum!

Step into a world where history takes flight and dreams soar high! The Qantas Founders Museum is not just a collection of aircraft; it’s a place where stories of innovation, adventure, and imagination come to life. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this is an unforgettable experience where families can explore the iconic journey of Qantas, from its daring beginnings to its legendary status in aviation today.

Kids will be in awe as they walk among towering planes like the Boeing 747 and Catalina Flying Boat, and they’ll love the chance to follow the Kids’ Trail, sparking their curiosity with hands-on exhibits and interactive displays. The stunning Luminescent Longreach show will light up their imaginations with 360-degree projections and sound, taking them on a magical journey through time. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast or just looking for a unique day out, Qantas Founders Museum promises an adventure filled with wonder, exploration, and endless inspiration!

Ideal For

  • 3hrs
  • Babies + Toddlers
  • Museums + Galleries
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Child Friendly Dining

McGinness’ Cafe: Open daily for breakfast and lunch. Lighter meals, grab and go, plus a range of main meals or coffee and cake.

Location

Qantas Founders Museum, Longreach QLD, Australia

FAQs

  1. Opening Hours: Summer Season 9 Oct to 1 April – 8am to 1pm daily
    Winter Season 2 April to 9 Oct – 8am to 3pm daily. Excluding Christmas Day.
  2. Accessibility: Actively welcomes people with access needs. Offer multiple options for booking – web, email, phone . Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints . Accept the Companion Card . Employ people with disability . Train your staff in disability awareness . Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request) . Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met . Website meets WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards . Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements) . Provide assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations) . Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia) . Train your staff in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges. Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information). Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters). Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs). Have step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar. Have step free access to the conference or function room . Have accessible seating areas in theatrette. Have doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy). Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked. Have a wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room. Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high). Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.

$30Child

  • Restaurant
  • Cafe
  • Bar
  • 3.5 Star
  • FREE for Under 5yrs
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