There are so many fascinating and unique museums around Australia that give you an insight into our past, the special customs and traditions of a region and the world around us.

We have rounded up some of our favourite ‘must visit’ museums for you to check out on your next holiday.

Tjapukai Cultural Park

Discover the world’s oldest living culture at Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, 15 minutes from Cairns. Enjoy live performances of music, dance and storytelling, see authentic artefacts once used by the Tjapukai people and murals created by Tjapukai artists. Soak up the sounds of the didgeridoo in the Nature’s Voice Theatre or enjoy a meal in the restaurant.

Tjapukai Cultural Park in Far North Queensland

Stay at: Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut

Queensland Air Museum

Take a look back in history at the Queensland Air Museum. The museum charts the aviation history of Australia with a particular focus on Queensland aviation, and has over 75 aircraft in their collection along with a range of displays. There is even an interactive ‘Herby the helicopter’ display and children’s area to keep the little ones entertained.


Stay at: Ingenia Holidays Noosa

Fraser Coast Discovery Sphere

You will be greeted by the impressive twelve metre whale sculpture as you arrive at the Sphere. Learn about the fascinating biodiversity of the region through interactive displays and activities at the Fraser Coast Discovery Sphere. See marine life up-close in the aquarium and get hands on with star fish and sea cucumbers in the Touch Tank. You can also soak up some culture with a stroll through the Hervey Bay Regional Gallery which displays a range of local and touring exhibitions.


Stay at: Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay

Tweed Regional Museum

The Tweed Regional Museum is a unique attraction spread across three locations, Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah and Uki, and was formed with the uniting of three local historical societies. The museums showcase displays that give visitors an insight into the settlement and development of the region. The Tweed branch is particularly worth a visit with its charming historic buildings that have been relocated to the current peaceful riverside location.


Stay at: Ingenia Holidays Kingscliff

The Slim Dusty Centre

Country music fans will love exploring The Slim Dusty Centre, which pays tribute to this iconic Australian musician. The museum ‘An Australian Life in Song’ charts the life and musical legacy of Slim Dusty. The centre also houses a Visitor Information Centre, exhibition space, café and a shop where you can pick up some unique Slim Dusty souvenirs, along with products from the local area.

Country music fans will love The Slim Dusty Centre

Stay at: Ingenia Holidays South West Rocks

Headland Historical Museum

Explore the region’s colourful history at the Headland Historical Museum. The beachside museum houses a collection of historical photographs, documents and artefacts, china and ceramics including the “Boulton Collection”, needlework and garment displays plus memorabilia from early Australian households.

Stay at: Ingenia Holidays White Albatross

Timbertown Heritage Park

Walk in the footsteps of Australia’s pioneers at the Timbertown Heritage Village. As you stroll around the village you will be transported back to the turn of the century, see the blacksmith working at the forge, take a ride on a traditional steam train and learn to crack a whip.

Learn about the pioneer times at Timbertown Heritage Park

Stay at: Ingenia Holidays Bonny Hills

Fighter World

Fighter World is a hands on, family friendly attraction that charts the history of fighter aircraft operations in the Royal Australian Air Force. Stroll through the displays, look into the cockpits of iconic aircraft such as the mighty F-111 and Mirage III or climb into the cockpit of a Macchi jet trainer. The museum also has a spectacular collection of model aircraft in the main hanger, you might even be lucky enough to see the RAAF squadrons take-off and land from the observation deck.


Stay at: Ingenia Holidays Soldiers Point or Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

Lake Macquarie and District Museum

The Lake Macquarie and District Museum is located on the picturesque shores of Lake Macquarie in the restored Toronto Railway Station. Discover the history and development of the region through the impressive photographic collection and displays. The museum also includes an archive room and research library making it a valuable source for information on the local area.

See the impressive collection at the Australian Army Infantry Museum

Stay at: Ingenia Holidays Lake Macquarie

Australian Army Infantry Museum

This hidden gem of a museum charts over a hundred years of Australian Army infantry history, customs and traditions from colonial times to modern warfare. The Australian Army Infantry Museum houses impressive tanks, helicopter and vehicles, fascinating displays, uniforms, arms and artefacts. This is an absolute must visit for those with an interest in military history.


Stay at: Ingenia Holidays Hunter Valley

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Ingenia Holidays Bonny Hills
Breathe in the refreshing coastal air at Ingenia Holidays Bonny Hills, the absolute beachfront holiday park just 20 minutes south of Port Macquarie in the quiet ‘burb of Bonny Hills.
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Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach
While many of our holiday parks offer a beachfront location, Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach takes things up a notch with a 1.6-kilometre stretch of sand, right on your doorstep.
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BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Soldiers Point
When it comes to beach holidays, few do it better than the New South Wales North Coast and Ingenia Holidays Soldiers Point is smack bang in the middle of its coastline action.
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Ingenia Holidays Kingscliff
Nestled on the northern coastline of New South Wales, you’ll find Ingenia Holidays Kingscliff perched on a peninsula off the Tweed Coast, with the Tweed River in its front garden and Kingscliff Beach out the back.
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Ingenia Holidays White Albatross
Who says you can’t have a rainforest, beach and tidal lagoon all on your doorstep while on holidays? Ingenia Holidays White Albatross is positioned where the Nambucca River and South Pacific Ocean meet, our White Albatross guests can enjoy the luxury of direct access to a tidal lagoon as well as a surf beach less than two minutes’ walk away.
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Ingenia Holidays South West Rocks
Nestled on the banks of Back Creek, a scenic tidal waterway, Ingenia Holidays South West Rocks is the perfect basecamp for both water sports lovers and anglers, with the Macleay River Boat Ramp just two kilometres from the holiday park grounds.
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Ingenia Holidays Lake Macquarie
There’s waterfront locations and then there’s holiday parks so close to the water that there are mere footsteps between you and the lapping water. Ingenia Holidays Lake Macquarie falls squarely into the latter category.
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Ingenia Holidays Hunter Valley
If your idea of a good time is being surrounded by friends named Shiraz, Merlot and Chardonnay, pay a visit to Ingenia Holidays Hunter Valley where you’ll stay smack-bang in the middle of New South Wales’ favourite wine country.
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Ingenia Holidays Noosa
If you’re wanting to explore this slice of pandanus palm-fringed paradise, check-in to Ingenia Holidays Noosa, a short drive from bustling Hastings Street and just next door to the Tewantin National Park mountain-bike trails.
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Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay
If you like your beach holidays packed with coastal charm, Ingenia Holidays Hervey Bay has a camping, caravan or cabin site calling your name.
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