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Top 7 Specialty Museums in , Queensland
Discover the best top things to do in , Australia including Bundaberg Railway Museum, Hinkler Hall of Aviation, Gladstone Maritime Museum, Fairymead House Sugar History Museum, The Barrel, Shell World Yeppoon, Australian Caravan Museum.
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1. Bundaberg Railway Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By A_Land_Sailor - Cleveland, Australia
As a lover of museums I found this lovely treasure one of the best of the ones run by volunteers. The volunteers were well informed and very friendly and the museum was clean and displays well presented. Thank you for bringing back fond memories of my youth.
2. Hinkler Hall of Aviation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 464 reviews
Come and be amazed by the awe inspiring, dynamic and unique structure of soaring glass and steel made in the shape of an aircraft wing. Set in the lush Bundaberg Botanic Gardens, the Hinkler Hall of Aviation brings to life the adventures and achievements of Australia's famous pioneer solo aviator Bert Hinkler. Become part of the story through interactive displays; fly like Bert on the distinctive glide simulators, be enthralled by Bert's life achievements and personal story in the movie theatrettes, sit in the replica Avro Baby aircraft and also view the original from his record setting 1921 flight. With numerous full size display aircraft exhibits and unique museum artefacts, including the beautifully restored Hinkler House 'Mon Repos', Bert Hinkler's relocated Southampton home, this memorable and extraordinary experience in Bundaberg, Queensland is a must do aviation adventure. Hungry? Take in the surrounding Botanic Gardens flora and fauna while you relax and enjoy fresh deliciou
Reviewed By DonnaThomas969 - Brisbane Region, Australia
Thé Hinkler Hall of Aviation brightened an otherwise gloomy weathered day. Our pleasant, enthusiastic and informative Customer Service person Yvonne, provided the perfect ‘clues’ to help us navigate this wonderful example of celebration of Bundaberg’s favourite Son. The whole experience from the Interactive Displays, photographs and fascinating memorabilia to the personal interaction with Bert & Nance in Mons Repos gave us an insight way beyond our expectation. Allow plenty of time to absorb the Hall and adjoining Mons Repos - thoroughly worth a few hours to enjoy travelling back to 1928 ! Thanks D&G, Brisbane
3. Gladstone Maritime Museum
4. Fairymead House Sugar History Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
The relocated and restored Fairymead House overlooks the Bundaberg Botanic Gardens with the splendour of a bygone era. Built in 1890, this grand plantation house includes the Sugar History Museum, exploring the development of the local sugar industry from its earliest days. View the magnificent Indian bungalow architecture and discover the history of the Bundaberg sugar industry and the pioneer sugar families through self guided exploration of the heritage listed Fairymead House. Fairymead House is available for hire as a wedding/function/conference venue. If you are looking for a venue with a difference Fairymead House is the ideal location for you. The majestic plantation house offers an exclusive function venue for a maximum of 60 guests. Set amongst the lush tropical surrounds of the Botanic Gardens. Fairymead House is a fantastic venue for your special wedding photographs. Please contact their friendly staff for availability and pricing.
Reviewed By markpR350OX - Auckland, New Zealand
an extremely informative museum on the production of sugar from planting through to processing including the equipment used. I may have a little of information overload, but that is OK because i will revisit next time i am in the region
5. The Barrel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 209 reviews
Reviewed By spidergirl15 - Brisbane Region, Australia
We have a 9yo already addicted to ginger beer. What a great place for him to learn & experience how his fav drink is made, with interactive activities during the self guided tour, then taste testing with Marie, which included a take home pack. I now have a kid who has many more favourite flavours & a real understanding of how it is made. Add this to your list of stops in Bundaberg!
6. Shell World Yeppoon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By nateoh90 - Ipswich, Australia
Gorgeous collection of shells from all over the world, all seen for a gold coin donation. Kids loved seeing the different varieties on offer, as well as specimens of various marine life. We were able to identify the shells we had and were amazed by the variety. Well worth the stop, easy to spend 10 minutes to an hour perusing depending on your interest. Highly recommended.
7. Australian Caravan Museum
The Australian Caravan Museum is a small but growing collection of all things relating to our nomadic past and the Aussie desire to travel and explore this beautify land, we call Australia. It is an initiative of Searle's RV Centre in an attempt to start to preserve our caravanning heritage.
