One started Territory operations in 1939, the other, occurred in 1942 as an act of aggression unparalleled on Australian soil. Both forged the resolve and resilience of the people who live in Australia's Northern Territory.

Located at Stokes Hill Wharf in Darwin at the site of the Bombing of Darwin on the 19th of February in 1942, the RFDS Tourist Attraction opened in 2016 and has since welcomed visitors from around Australia and around the world.

Utilising technology and Virtual Reality to showcase the Northern Territory’s unique history, the attraction successfully brings two very famous stories to life.

The first iconic story is the Royal Flying Doctor Service, affectionately known throughout Australia as the RFDS.

Founded by the Reverend John Flynn, it began its aero medical operations in the Northern Territory in 1939.

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.

The second iconic story featured is the 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.

See, experience and learn through the wonder of technology as this facility brings history to life.