Archer Park Rail Museum

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Experience is free
Family
History & Heritage

Mondays: 10.00am – 3.00pm; Tuesdays: 10.00am – 3.00pm; Wednesdays: 10.00am – 3.00pm; Thursdays: 10.00am – 3.00pm; Sundays: 9.00am – 1.00pm

$7 – $10

Adult entry AUD10 Child up to 14 years AUD6 Concession/Student entry AUD7 Family (two adults and two children) AUD30 plus AUD4.50 per extra child. Carers entry is free. Children entry – 3 to 14 years, must be accompanied by an adult. Family (two adults and two children) – AUD30 plus AUD4.50 per extra child. Carers entry is free.

$6 – $6 Child

Explore rich railway history through engaging exhibitions at Archer Park Rail Museum, showcasing the Rockhampton Council Tramways from 1899.
Ride the Purrey Steam Tram on Sundays, immersing yourself in a unique experience that delights rail enthusiasts of all ages.
Enjoy a revolutionary digital soundscape that enhances your journey through authentic exhibits, bringing history to life.
Relax at the on-site café, offering food and refreshments to recharge after your adventure in Rockhampton.

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Archer Park Rail Museum contains many exhibitions associated with railways and the Rockhampton Council Tramways from 1899. Rollingstock, including the Purrey Steam Tram, and rail memorabilia have been collected from a variety of sources including private collectors, former rail workers, the “Friends of Archer Park”, and Queensland Rail. A revolutionary digital soundscape system of sound effects and commentary enhances the experience as you wind your way through the authentic exhibitions.

Purrey Steam Tram rides are available on Sundays. The Tram does not run between the end of November until the beginning of February.

Archer Park Rail Museum is located on the infamous Denison Street (where the main rail runs down the centre of the street) in Rockhampton, between Archer and Cambridge Streets.

This wonderful station is sure to have items of interest for many different age groups and truly is a rail lovers delight.

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Purrey Steam Tram leaving Archer Park Station

Contact and Booking Channels

Rockhampton City, Queensland

Address: 57 Denison Street, Rockhampton City, Queensland, 4700, Australia
Phone: 07 4922 2774 , 07 4936 8191
Email: admin@archerparkrailmuseum.com
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Rates

$7 – $10

$6 – $6 Child

Lat -23.37584, Lng 150.50722

Booking Channels

BOOKEASY 77475

OPENTIME Note: Open 1000 to 1500 Monday to Thursday and 0900 to 1300 on Sunday, closed Public Hollidays.

TRIPADVISORID 3440920

Accreditations

QLD – Capricorn Tourism

Features

Cafe
Carpark
Coach Parking
Family Friendly
Food and Refreshments
Non Smoking
Public Toilet

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