The Big Rig
The Big Rig
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8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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The Big Rig Roma enables you to discover the unique history of how and where the Australian oil and gas industry originated. Oil Patch Self-Guided Tour - 8:30am - 4pm (Mon - Fri) 9am-3pm (Sat-Sun) Oil Patch Guided Tour - 2pm Week days (exc Public Holidays) The Night Show Sunset Experience 5pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Christine J
17 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
Very interesting open air museum about the oil and gas history in Australia. Probably not enjoyable if you are violently "Green".
There's an elevator lined with video screens that simulate going up in an oil rig.
The cafe has delicious food and great service
There's an elevator lined with video screens that simulate going up in an oil rig.
The cafe has delicious food and great service
Written 23 September 2023
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branson6
Lismore, Australia167 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Couples
Excellent adventure, although very hot on the day we went it was very enjoyable, most informative, you could take as long as you wanted. staff very helpful and friendly
Written 22 September 2023
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Schlepper1939
Brisbane Region, Australia883 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
This visit was the reason we came to Roma and we were not disappointed. Not knowing what to expect, we had not planned a long visit but ended up spending a couple of enjoyable hours there.
It gives a great understanding of the history of oil/gas exploration in the area and the trip to the top of the rig was breath taking. - highly recommended.
Allow enough time to have a coffee and a bite to eat at the cafe, as well as time to browse the Information Centre.
Another thing off our “bucket list”.
It gives a great understanding of the history of oil/gas exploration in the area and the trip to the top of the rig was breath taking. - highly recommended.
Allow enough time to have a coffee and a bite to eat at the cafe, as well as time to browse the Information Centre.
Another thing off our “bucket list”.
Written 19 September 2023
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Sue
Yinnar, Australia3 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Couples
We enjoyed our stop at the Big Rig. It was informative, available, neatly presented and there were plenty of people on hand to answer questions.
We didn't take part in the night talk but it did look interesting.
We took our bikes off the car and did a short ride around the shared paths behind the Big Rig. There were public toilets on hand as well.
We didn't take part in the night talk but it did look interesting.
We took our bikes off the car and did a short ride around the shared paths behind the Big Rig. There were public toilets on hand as well.
Written 20 July 2023
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Kaye N
60 contributions
Jun. 2023 • Family
Staff were kind and helpful. Kids had a quiz to do that kept them engaged for nearly 2 hours. Hours of fun. Very informative about the area and it’s history. Great for all age groups.
Written 26 June 2023
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Rebecca D
4 contributions
Jun. 2023 • Couples
Interesting visit. Lots of interactive displays. Enjoyed the climb up the big rig and the views of Roma and loved the animated shows in the lift.
Written 14 June 2023
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Hazeleyes_vdm
Toronto, Canada64 contributions
Apr. 2023 • Friends
It is where you can glean some of this little town's history. There is the Roma info centre which will direct you to the places of interest, tour you along some great historical events, explain that Roma was once an oil-rich place, hence the Big Rig. There are lots of events also happening at Big Rig some days of the week and during holidays especially like lively music gigs.
Written 12 May 2023
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rob r
Maroochydore, Australia141 contributions
Apr. 2023
Found this to be a well laid out and informative experience. The presenter was passionate and explained in detail aspects of the history of oil drilling in Roma. Oh, and the port is pretty good as well.
Written 16 April 2023
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Allan H
2 contributions
Mar. 2023 • Couples
Very nice, wonderful owners, great facilities. Enjoyed spending time in a very clean salt water pool relaxing after spending 2 days at an enduro. Nicely setup camp kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster and bbq. It was a pleasure to relax and have owners that care about their guests. We will be back on my next job.
Written 20 March 2023
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AllyM295
Canberra, Australia196 contributions
Feb. 2023
Highly recommend a visit to the centre. The information is well laid out with many exhibits interactive which adds to the stories being told. You must experience the elevator to the top of the tower as well as taking the stairs - the lift is very different. We did both the day and night at The Rig and both were very good.
Written 15 February 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Big Rig
- The Big Rig is open:
- Sun - Sat 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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