GET SET FOR FAMILY FUN!

Create lifelong memories with a family holiday packed with fun and adventure in Outback Queensland.

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THE GREAT ARTESIAN SPA, MITCHELL

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THE BIG RIG, ROMA Watch video here

Follow the history of gas and oil exploration in Roma with a visit to the Big Rig, Bigger Big Rig Observation Tower and Tree Walk, or catch the night show.

Relaxing for the body and therapeutic for the soul. And a great place for kids to relax, have fun and cool off. 42

ARTESIAN TIME TUNNEL, CUNNAMULLA

Learn the 100-million-year-old secrets of the Artesian Basin’s life sustaining waters.

COSMOS CENTRE, CHARLEVILLE

Observe the planets up close – and even the sun – through state-of-the-art telescopes.

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See super cute bilbies in their nocturnal house and learn about species threats and the successful breeding and release program.

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QUILPETA NIGHT SHOW, QUILPIE

Catch the story of Quilpie, its dinosaurs, Indigenous peoples, opals and pastoral settlement on a supersized outdoor screen. Tues, Thu, Sun (Mar-Oct).

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CUNNAMULLA ALL ABOARD, CUNNAMULLA Watch video here

Take a memorable journey through Outback history with this new sound and light show hosted by a holographic Station Master.

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EROMANGA NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM, EROMANGA

Be amazed by Australian dinosaurs, megafauna, microfauna and plants; learn to prep fossils and join fossil digs.

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BIRDSVILLE HOTEL AND THE BIRDSVILLE COURTHOUSE MUSEUM, BIRDSVILLE

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You can’t visit Birdsville without dropping into the iconic Birdsville Pub! And don’t miss the Courthouse housed in a historic stone building that served as the police station and courthouse from the late 1800s. This new experience reveals tales of crime and punishment in Outback Queensland’s past.

MIN MIN ENCOUNTER, BOULIA

A unique theatrical experience based on the famous light phenomenon featuring animatronics, fibre optics and loads of high-tech wizardry.

TAMBO TEDDIES, TEDDY BEAR PICNIC, TAMBO

Find the true softies of Outback Queensland at this legendary store – they are very well known for stealing your heart!

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DRIVE-IN THEATRE, JERICHO, NEAR BARCALDINE

Head to Jericho to discover the world’s smallest drive-in. Movies are screened once a month and there’s space for just 36 cars plus walk-ins.

AUSTRALIAN WORKERS

There’s water sports galore at this 1.1km long lake built to international and Australian water-skiing standards.

WALTZING MATILDA CENTRE, WINTON

A song that lives in the hearts of all Australians. Exhibits, historic buildings and artworks tell the Waltzing Matilda and Outback story.

HERITAGE CENTRE, BARCALDINE

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Wander through landscaped gardens featuring original historic structures, including a one-teacher school, railway station, police watch house and post office – with exhibits, café and gift shop to keep everyone happy.

JUMBO THE ELEPHANT, BLACKALL

Blackall is the birthplace of the Perry Bros Circus, the first to circumnavigate Australia. Relive the fun and magic of the circus with a visit to ‘Jumbo’ in Banks Park.

THE ROYAL THEATRE, WINTON

Check out what’s on at the iconic open-air theatre. The Gold Winner of the 2022 Queensland Tourism Award for Outstanding Contribution by a Volunteer or Volunteer Group has been entertaining families since 1918.

FAMILY EVENTS

Check out our events list online for all details and dates.

Nowhere beats the Outback for fun and quirky events that will entertain the whole family! There are too many to list right here, but make sure you add them to your travel plans. Activities include camel races, dunny races, live music, dancing, night and light shows, movies, country hospitality and more.

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LAKE FRED TRITTON, RICHMOND

Drop by for a day of fun at the playground and waterpark – shaded spaces, lawns and free BBQ facilities make it the perfect spot for a family picnic.

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AUSTRALIAN AGE OF DINOSAURS MUSEUM, WINTON

Take your dino-loving kids on an awesome adventure through time!

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KRONOSAURUS KORNER, RICHMOND

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QANTAS FOUNDERS MUSEUM, LONGREACH

Have heaps of fun learning about the extraordinary history of our national airline.

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LAKE CALLIDE, BILOELA

Fishing, camping, swimming, canoeing, picnic and recreation area, and playground –guaranteed fun for the whole family!

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HARD TIMES MINE UNDERGROUND TOUR, MOUNT ISA

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Throw on your safety gear and descend into the depths for a guided tour of this replica mine at Outback at Isa.

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FARMSTAYS

Experience real Outback hospitality and life on the land! There’s lots of ways to stay, from bush camping and glamping to fully-catered homesteads and cabins. Whether you choose a working cattle or sheep station, country food experiences, wildlife spotting, and finish the day with roasting marshmallows over your campfire.

Famous for a collection of awe-inspiring marine reptile fossils and ‘Penny the pliosaur’ – every photographer’s delight.

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AUSTRALIAN STOCKMAN’S HALL OF FAME & OUTBACK HERITAGE CENTRE, LONGREACH

Retrace the footsteps and celebrate the lives and work of Australia’s stockmen and women.

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COBB & CO. STAGECOACH RIDE, LONGREACH

Climb aboard and follow the original Longreach mail route on a restored horsedrawn carriage.

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JOHN FLYNN PLACE MUSEUM & ART GALLERY, CLONCURRY

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Take a step back in time and learn all about the importance of the Royal Flying Doctor Service.

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OUTBACK SURFING

You don’t need an ocean to surf! Grab a boogie board or whatever you can use for a thrilling ride down a sand dune. Or drop into the Winton Outback Surf Club at the Winton Outback Motel to get a quirky photo with their hand-painted surfboards and help raise funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service.

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RIDGEE DIDGE CAFÉ, BARCALDINE

Owned by local Iningai woman, Cheryl Thompson, the café sells her own Indigenous coffee and a range of Indigenous products, while providing training and employment for Indigenous people.

Browse the Gallery for unique gifts, foods and First Nations artwork, and take a walking tour with proud Gwamu/Kooma elder Bill Speedy along tranquil Wallam Creek. Learn First Nations stories, history and culture, and try some bush tucker treats on this fascinating and fun excursion.