The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum
The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum
The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum
4.8
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
About
We are dedicated to the collection, preservation, restoration and display of Armoured Vehicles and Artillery from the 1800's to the present day. Our collection includes armoured vehicles and artillery from both world wars with a particular focus on WWII.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Lorraine L
Tarwin Lower, Australia3,601 contributions
June 2024 • Couples
This is the fourth or fifth time we have stayed in Cairns and every time we have driven past this museum not thinking too much about it. This time looking for something different to do we thought we would visit. What an absolute surprise this is, not only because of the mind boggling number of vehicles on display but also because of the huge shed they are kept in. At 10,000 SqMts it is an engineering marvel. There are over 220 vehicles stored here at the moment which is all the more impressive considering it was once owned by one person. The museum is adding to the collection when they can and all the vehicles have been lovingly restored. There is also a display of Artillery that has been collected from various wars. There are comprehensive information boards for all the vehicles and the country of origin in noted for each one. Don't miss this if in Cairns.
Written 16 June 2024
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MarkusKl
237 contributions
Sept 2024 • Family
One of the best tank museums, which I visited. Really friendly and helpful staff. Perfect restored tanks and vehicles.
Behind the museum is a field, where you can drive with a military vehicle as a Passenger.
They also have a nice playground for kids and if you want to shoot some rifles, there is a perfect opportunity to do that there!!!
We are definitely coming back!! Just great!!!
Behind the museum is a field, where you can drive with a military vehicle as a Passenger.
They also have a nice playground for kids and if you want to shoot some rifles, there is a perfect opportunity to do that there!!!
We are definitely coming back!! Just great!!!
Written 22 September 2024
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David R
1 contribution
Dec 2024 • Couples
The single best military museum I have ever been to.
The guided tour, although very time consuming (don't go before needing to catch a flight) is very worthwhile of your time.
History very good.
The tank and artillery collection is extensive.
The facility also includes a downstairs firing range.
And a Hummvee fun ride course at the back, for additional fees.
The guided tour, although very time consuming (don't go before needing to catch a flight) is very worthwhile of your time.
History very good.
The tank and artillery collection is extensive.
The facility also includes a downstairs firing range.
And a Hummvee fun ride course at the back, for additional fees.
Written 6 December 2024
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George M
Sendai, Japan27 contributions
Sept 2024 • Solo
Who would have guessed such a place existed in Cairns? A truly astonishing collection of armoured vehicles and artillery pieces from all periods. You can even try a few infantry weapons from WW2 in the basement. The highlight is a Tiger tank, one of only a dozen left in the world. Just when you think they can't offer anything else, you find something new to marvel at. This place is heaven for anyone interested in military history. Staff were very friendly and helpful, and admission was reasonable considering how much is on display.
Written 25 September 2024
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Lenore P
6 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
An incredible collection of millitary vehicles and relics. I doubt there are many collections better than this anywhere in the world. We particularly enjoyed the shooting gallery. Archie expertly coached us through the safe and correct handling of the firearms. A must-visit in Cairns!
Written 19 April 2024
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John B
Sydney, Australia90 contributions
July 2024 • Friends
4th biggest in the world! 60% of the Tanks on the floor actually run. If you are a Tank enthusiast this is a must. Smell the diesel. WW2 in general, then still amazing. There is so much kit here it is grouped by country; UK, Australia, USA, Russian and of course German with both a Panther and Tiger. Well worth 2 hours and more if you are very keen. Well signed so one can read as you go, no need to be an expert.
We did not get to the shooting range. But the coffee man is good for a stop.
I bought the Annual pass as went on 2 different days.
We did not get to the shooting range. But the coffee man is good for a stop.
I bought the Annual pass as went on 2 different days.
Written 14 August 2024
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Matthew F
11 contributions
Sept 2024 • Solo
Fantastic collection on display and staff were more than happy to point anything out you weren’t sure of.
Shooting range is an excellent add on facility. I thoroughly enjoyed getting the chance to fire some ww2 era rifles.
Very generously stocked gift shop.
Very friendly to those in wheelchairs, etc as all on one flat level except the shooting range and infantry weapons, where there is a lift provided.
Overall brilliant day out.
Shooting range is an excellent add on facility. I thoroughly enjoyed getting the chance to fire some ww2 era rifles.
Very generously stocked gift shop.
Very friendly to those in wheelchairs, etc as all on one flat level except the shooting range and infantry weapons, where there is a lift provided.
Overall brilliant day out.
Written 26 September 2024
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Daniel R
1 contribution
Jan 2025 • Family
The shooting range activity was by far the highlight of my trip. I could spend easily a whole day, if not more shooting each individual gun and getting a feel of it. The experience was amazing and was further elevated because of Archie. What a gun, coming here with family was great but coming here with friends would definitely be on the bucket list
Written 4 January 2025
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Mandy T
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Sept 2024 • Couples
After visiting the museum a few days prior which my husband loved we went back to the shooting gallery
Archie was our instructor and he was amazing first time shooter here and I had a great time thoroughly enjoyed it made possible by Archie been so patient with me
Thankyou Archie
Archie was our instructor and he was amazing first time shooter here and I had a great time thoroughly enjoyed it made possible by Archie been so patient with me
Thankyou Archie
Written 8 September 2024
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Mark E
Whitianga, New Zealand803 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
A huge facility with a huge range of military vehicles, armouries and much more from the 1800s and WW1 and WW2 from many different countries.
Tanks, armoured vehicles, cannons, trucks, cars and motorcycles and much much more.
You can take a ride in a tank, they have a large area out back for this.
They have a shooting range down stairs.
We had a bit of a giggle walking around guessing which country the vehicle came from before we got to it. My guesses were fairly accurate for the British vehicles as most had an oil drip tray under them lol.
Well worth a wander around.
Tanks, armoured vehicles, cannons, trucks, cars and motorcycles and much much more.
You can take a ride in a tank, they have a large area out back for this.
They have a shooting range down stairs.
We had a bit of a giggle walking around guessing which country the vehicle came from before we got to it. My guesses were fairly accurate for the British vehicles as most had an oil drip tray under them lol.
Well worth a wander around.
Written 16 April 2024
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How far is it to the museum from cairns ? & what other family activities are in this area ? Thanks
Written 16 June 2018
It is about 15 minutes north of Cairns. Other attractions in the immediate area are Skyrail, Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park and water board park.
Cheers
Written 18 June 2018
Ausarmour
Smithfield, Australia
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We accept student cards and senior cards the cost for each one is $18. Normal adult price is $25. Please see our website for further information!
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Written 16 July 2016
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