The best museums in Alice Springs in September 2025

These are the top 5 best museums in Alice Springs, Australia, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Alice Springs? These are the best ones:

  1. Alice Springs Desert Park1

    Alice Springs Desert Park

     Alice Springs
    The Alice Springs Desert Park is a unique combination of an environmental education facility and a wildlife park, located in Alice Springs in the Northern Territory of Australia. It offers a unique opportunity to learn about and experience the diverse desert environments of central Australia, with a focus on the native animals and plants that inhabit these areas.
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    Royal Flying Doctor Service Museum

     Alice Springs
  3. Road Transport Hall of Fame & Ghan Museum3

    Road Transport Hall of Fame & Ghan Museum

     Alice Springs
    The National Road Transport Hall of Fame, located in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, is a transport museum that was established in 1995. It is owned and operated by the Road Transport Historical Society. This museum offers a unique insight into Australia's transport history, making it a worthwhile destination for those interested in this aspect of the country's heritage.
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    Strehlow Research Center

     Alice Springs
    The Strehlow Research Centre, located within the Museum of Central Australia, is a significant cultural hub in Alice Springs. It is situated in the Araluen Cultural Precinct, a vibrant area that is a must-visit for anyone interested in the rich cultural history of Australia's Northern Territory.
  5. Central Australian Aviation Museum5

    Central Australian Aviation Museum

     Alice Springs
    The Central Australian Aviation Museum is situated in the heart of Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia. This museum is a significant part of the region's history, having served as the main base of operations for Connellan Airways from 1939 to 1968. Today, it stands as a testament to the rich aviation history of Central Australia, offering visitors a unique insight into the development of the region.

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