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10 Military Museums in Victoria That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Victoria, Australia including National Vietnam Veterans Museum, The Light Horse & Field Artillery Museum, Spirit of ANZAC Centenary Experience, Victorian Maritime Centre, RAAF Museum, The Army Museum Bandiana, Military Memorobilia Display, The Soldiers Memorial Institute Military Museum, Queenscliffe Maritime Museum, Port Albert Maritime Museum.
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1. National Vietnam Veterans Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 359 reviews
2. The Light Horse & Field Artillery Museum
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Whilst the museum is currently closed for renovations, we are continuing to conduct off site talks, exhibitions and displays such as the Australian International Air Show at Avalon Victoria and the Victorian Racing Club's ANZAC Day exhibition at Flemington
Reviewed By M3722AHmichaelj
first visited in may of 2013 found it by chance and being ex army myself both my wife and i found the museum to be very factual the exhibits were nice palced.the curator was very informative of the history of the the light horse and what would be required of the soldiers whop took part in the first world war.i served in the Coldstream guards in the 60s to late 70s and always been interested in any military units no matter what country thay are from.i will add that the curator let my self and my wife in because as they were closed and knowing i came from the uk let us in and gave us a guided tour.i revisited the museum in 2017 and found it to be shut because of beurocratic reasons of the governments doing.i am proud of the men and women of australia helping our soldiers during the ww1 and do not want to see the heroics of such people to be forgotten by red tape.a excellant day out.
3. Spirit of ANZAC Centenary Experience
4. Victorian Maritime Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By DavidL816 - Melbourne, Australia
run by volunteers and with a token 5 dollar admission its well worth a visit for information on Australia submarines and merchant navy actions Some short audio visual presentations clean displays toilets on site Large car park (free) and just a short walk too the viewing area for Oberon submarine off shore
5. RAAF Museum
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4.5 based on 190 reviews
Reviewed By E7932VQdavidb - Kyneton, Australia
Great displays of aircraft from the birth of aviation in Australia through to recently retired aircraft plus lots of memorabilia & informative displays about all aspect of the RAAF. Entry is free & there is a gift shop.
6. The Army Museum Bandiana
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4.5 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By lindadI9975KI
The kids loved this museum as it was very interactive and they could play on the Army vehicles,it was very informative for us all. And my dad was in some of the old photos.
7. Military Memorobilia Display
8. The Soldiers Memorial Institute Military Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Bendigo Soldiers Memorial Institute Military Museum is open daily 10 am to 4 pm, entry fees and special opening hours can be found on our website: https://www.bendigorsl.com.au/museum/ Tours and group booking enquiries are welcome. The permanent displays focus on the journeys made by central Victorians through war and conflict. Large murals, exhibition installations and collection items are on display as well as temporary exhibitions in the new passive house wing.
Reviewed By SueR1327 - Melbourne, Australia
Initial tour by an extremely knowledgeable local with family history within the museum. Then spent own time really looking around. Great collection.
9. Queenscliffe Maritime Museum
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4.5 based on 54 reviews
Discover the fascinating maritime heritage of Queenscliffe with a visit to this regional maritime museum, perched near the entrance to Port Phillip and its notorious 'Rip'. From the arrival of the early sailing ships more than 200 years ago, this picturesque coastal town has been shaped by boating activities and the maritime industries which have developed. From shipwrecks to heroic rescues, early fishermen and boat builders, light keepers and their technologies, sea pilots and divers, there are plenty of stories to discover. The last of the Queenscliff Lifeboats is the centrepiece of the museum. Even today, the museum sits adjacent to Queenscliff Harbour with its boating marina, and within walking distance of the Searoad Ferries. Guided museum group tours, and Point Lonsdale Lighthouse tours (conditions apply), are available by prior arrangement. Nautical gift shop available.
Reviewed By rvb48 - Melbourne, Australia
Great little museum, and the staff were very helpful and informative. There are also discounts which apply for students and those over 60. It also has a small gift shop. A great place to visit on your way from the ferry to the town.
10. Port Albert Maritime Museum
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4.5 based on 46 reviews
The Gippsland Regional Maritime Museum Port Albert is located in Gippsland's first port, Port Albert, discovered in 1841 by the survivors of the wreck of the steamer Clonmel on the Ninety Mile Beach. The Museum has an extensive collection of historic artifacts, photos and documents housed in the heritage listed Bank of Victoria built in 1861 to store gold from the Gippsland Gold Rush. The Museum houses an extensive library and archive which is available for research and there is a comprehensive education kit of student activities. The landscaped grounds contain the fishing boat 'Morning Star', 'Suzy' and the Cliffy Island workboat. There is a Trotman's anchor from the steam tug and trawler 'Wybia', two large sailing ship anchors, the restored Citadel Light, channel markers and beacons and an offshore oil/gas drill bit. There is a large timber deck where groups can sit and have tea and coffee. The museum is open 10:00am to 4pm daily Sept- May. Weekends & school hols Jun-Aug.
