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Historic Village Herberton Tickets

Australia’s mining, timber and farming heritage lives on again at the Historic Village Herberton, just 90 minutes from Cairns.
Historic Village Herberton Tickets

Highlights

  • Free Wifi

  • Free parking including RV

  • Historical precinct set on 16 acres

  • 60 period buildings to explore

  • Nature walks, natural river/stream

  • Outstanding area of natural beauty

Take a step back into yesteryear at Herberton Historic Village, a unique and award winning family attraction near Cairns. Located on the Atherton Tablelands, the historic village features more than 60 authentic and original buildings each housing a meticulous display of Australian memorabilia. From quirky collectibles, 'olden day' machinery and thousands of antique items.

Take a stroll through past historic homes and you'll soon find out why this is considered to be Australia's most significant outdoor museum complete with antique motor vehicles, horse drawn carts, rare John Deer tractors and much more to see. If you're looking to reminisce, are a history buff or simply want to share the nostalgia with your children then come pay a visit to the Herberton Historic Village.

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Inclusions

  • A full day self guided tour to Herberton Historical Day Tour visiting Historical Village Herberton

Exclusions

  • Enjoy a self-purchased lunch from the Village Tea House Cafe, or alternatively cafe stop

Highlights

  • Free Wif
  • Free parking including RV
  • Historical precinct set on 16 acres
  • 60 period buildings to explore
  • Nature walks, natural river/stream
  • Outstanding area of natural beauty
  • 8 live working displays to view
  • Experience a heritage train ride on the Atherton-Herberton Historic Railway every Sunday

Operating Hours

  • Open daily
  • High Season Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm
  • Low Season Opening Hours: 9.30am – 4.30pm
  • CLOSED - Christmas day
  • Please arrive 90 minutes before closing to make the most of your visit.

Duration

  • Please allow at least 3 hours for this experience

Location

  • 6 Broadway, Herberton
  • Located on the Atherton Tablelands. We are 15 minutes drive from Atherton, 90 minutes from Cairns, 1 hour and 45 minutes from Port Douglas and about 4 hours from Townsville.

Additional Information

  • Dogs on lead are welcome
  • All Person Access attraction
  • Please note: The Eastern side of the Village (across the Suspension bridge to the John Deere Tractor Shed), does not have concrete footpaths, but does have a level, well-compacted road.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations made within 7 days to 48 hours will be entitled to a refund of 50% of the activity price.
  • Cancellations received less than 48 hours of the booking date will forfeit all monies paid

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • Cruise vessel subject to change without notice
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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