Plan your visit

Go beyond a typical museum visit. Delve deeper into the fascinating stories of the station and the township with a daily guided tour.

Address

Telegraph Station Cpa, 87 Herbert Heritage Dr, Stuart NT 0870 Situated 4km north of the Town Centre, the Alice Springs Telegraph Station is easily accessible for a visit.

How to get here?

You can visit the Alice Springs Telegraph Station by car along the Stuart Highway and Herbert Heritage Drive.

Alternatively, the Riverside Path along the Todd River provides either a scenic short walk or cycle along the sealed path.

Opening Hours

8:00 am – 4:00 pm daily
with daily guided tours of the Heritage Precinct at 9:30 am & 11:30 am between March - November

(Closed on Christmas, Boxing Day & New Years Day)

Best time to visit & entry fee

Entry Fees for the Historical Precinct.
Entry fee payable at the Trail Station Café
which includes a guided tour.

Opening hours: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm daily with daily guided tours of the Heritage Precinct at 9:30 am & 11:30 am between March - November

(Closed on Christmas, Boxing Day & New Years Day)

Entry fees for the Historical Precinct:

  • Adult: $16.10
  • Concession: $13
  • Under 16: $9.90
  • Under 12: $6.75
  • Under 6: Free
  • Family: $40.55 (2 x adults & 4 x children)

What’s included?

School Excursions

Suitable across all year levels, the Alice Springs Telegraph Station offers an enriching school excursion where students will learn about its pivotal role in connecting Australia to the rest of the world. Our expert guides provide in-depth insights into the station’s history, from early colonial settlement to the Bungalow (Stolen Generation) history of the 1930s. Each excursion is tailored to the specific year level, ensuring a meaningful and educational experience for all students.

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    National Park Facilities

    The National Park Reserve which surrounds the Alice Springs Telegraph Station is open every day from 8am – 9pm.  The shaded lawns make a popular venue for picnics and barbecues. The public facilities available include:

    • Information signs
    • Drinking water
    • Public toilets
    • Disabled access
    • Picnic tables
    • BBQs
    • Ranger station – for emergency contact only

    Accessibility

    There is wheelchair access to precinct (gate) and ramps to most buildings.

    Guided tours

    Plan your visit to coincide with one of our daily guided tours, which are available between March to November at 9:30am and 11:30am. 

    Our guided tours are included as part of your entry fee and offer you a deeper immersion into the rich history of the Telegraph Station and the surrounding township. Delve into the lives of the early telegraphers and their families, while also exploring the poignant history of the site during the Bungalow era of the 1930s, shedding light on the Stolen Generation narrative.

    General FAQ’s

    Here are some frequently asked questions about Alice springs Telegraph Station

    Is the Telegraph Station part of the National Park?

    The Telegraph Station is located within the National Park. Whilst the National Park is free to enter, there is an entry fee to the historic precinct which you pay at the Trail Station Café.

    Are the Telegraph Station and National Park opening hours the same?

    No, the Telegraph Station is open between 8am – 4pm and the National Park is open between 8am – 9pm.

    Where can I pay the entry fee to the historic precinct?

    Entry fee is onsite only, at the Trail Station Café

    Do you accept cash & card as methods of payment?

    Yes, we accept both

    Are guided tours included in the entry ticket?

    Yes – our guided tours operate daily at 9:30am and 11:30am between March – November

    Can I bring my pet?

    Unfortunately as the Telegraph Station Historical Reserve is a national park, dogs or other pets (other than guide dogs) are not allowed on site

    Do you offer bike hires?

    No we don’t, however Red Centre Adventure do, and are located within close proximity to the Telegraph Station (https://www.redcentre.fun/)

    Can I host a function or event in the picnic area of the National Park?

    As this is part of the National Park, please contact the authorities of the park at (08) 8952 1013

    What facilities are available at the National Park?

    The public facilities available include:

    • Information signs
    • Drinking water
    • Public toilets
    • Disabled access
    • Picnic tables
    • BBQs
    • Ranger station – for emergency contact only

    Do you accommodate dietary requirements?

    Yes, we have a range of gluten free and vegetarian options, and various milk types available