
Visit Historic Village Herberton

Set on 16 acres, the Historic Village Herberton is a tin mining town with shops, pub, bank, chemist, grocer, printer, and garage. There are more than 50 restored period buildings making this outdoor museum the most significant in Queensland. Plan to spend the day and take your time taking in thousands of genuine antiques, Australian collectibles, vintage machinery and vehicles, and more. Working exhibits are brought to life during school holidays and on some weekends. The Historic Village Herberton is a 90-minute drive from Cairns and there is plenty of free parking on-site, including space for RVs and caravans.
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Meticulous open air Historical display in the tradition of the Scandinavian Skansen. Numerous historic buildings have been relocated to the... read moreMeticulous open air Historical display in the tradition of the Scandinavian Skansen. Numerous historic buildings have been relocated to the 16 acre site on the banks of the Wild River. There is something for everyone's interest, with Chemist shops, a schoolhouse, chapel and Masonic Lodge, Garage filled with restored vehicles, and the smell of petroleum. The Toy Store is filled with creepy dolls and dollhouses. We spend a couple of hours wandering the manicured streets. read less
Ken Richards05/08/22 -
Really beautiful little village, lost of things to see. On the hour different info on each village hut. Steam... read moreReally beautiful little village, lost of things to see. On the hour different info on each village hut. Steam engines, old cars etc. read less
Alex Draper03/08/22Probably the best tourist attraction of its kind l have been to in Australia and we have travelled extensively
Andrew Borgert03/08/22Fantastic. So many amazing historical items and totally well worth the admission. Price gives 3 days entry and won’t disappoint.... read moreFantastic. So many amazing historical items and totally well worth the admission. Price gives 3 days entry and won’t disappoint. 👍 5 stars ⭐️ read less
Anne Alder24/07/22 -
This was such a fun experience. The place is quite big and incredibly well maintained. Lots of authentic original buildings... read moreThis was such a fun experience. The place is quite big and incredibly well maintained. Lots of authentic original buildings that had been relocated to the site. There’s so much to see that we spent hours wandering around. The blacksmith demonstration was the highlight of the day! The cafe also has delicious scones and cakes. Well worth the entry price. read less
Nona21/07/22If you haven't spent a day wondering around this AMAZING historic village then your life isn't complete... take the time...spend... read moreIf you haven't spent a day wondering around this AMAZING historic village then your life isn't complete... take the time...spend the money...do yourself a huge favour..and come.We came with our small dog..she loved it too.! read less
Bev Mackenzie20/07/22This is one of the best historical villages. The themed displays are well curated and well maintained. The engineering heritage... read moreThis is one of the best historical villages. The themed displays are well curated and well maintained. The engineering heritage is also diverse. I wish I had allocated more time. I'll be back!!! read less
Mary Howells19/07/22 -
Great display off old town and historic items on display such as old cars bikes tractors toys bottles and more... read moreGreat display off old town and historic items on display such as old cars bikes tractors toys bottles and more highly recommend its a little pricey read less
Unicorn.Adventures.8317/07/22The historic village in Herberton is remarkable. You purchase a ticket which you can use over a 3 day... read moreThe historic village in Herberton is remarkable. You purchase a ticket which you can use over a 3 day period. I was there from 10am to 5pm the first day and 3pm to 5pm the next. There is just so much to see and read about. They do close the entry from 3pm as they believe 2 hours is not enough time for viewing. They have live demonstrations of blacksmithing, wood turning, miniature steam engines, vintage cars running, vintage john deer tractors running. In each shop, pub,school,house, bank, post office, shed etc there are displays after displays of you name it and it will be there. A amazing collection. What really impressed me was the cleanliness of everything. The sheds even with the old machinery sitting around it wasn't covered in cobwebs or layers of dust.I highly recommend seeing this village. read less
Sharee Goodall16/07/22I have Been to a lot of historic museums in Australia viewing historical artefacts this one is by far the... read moreI have Been to a lot of historic museums in Australia viewing historical artefacts this one is by far the best I have ever seen we were there for approximately four hours but you really need a whole day to take every thing in take a cut lunch. Just amazing and a credit to those that have put it together.I was able to sit on a John Deere and have My photo taken made my day.. read less
Alwyn&Sarah Anderson15/07/22Very well curated & maintained in every detail. All exhibits in very good condition where applicable. Made for an excellent... read moreVery well curated & maintained in every detail. All exhibits in very good condition where applicable. Made for an excellent experience. Recommend the coffee shop as well. Allow more than a whole day & use the complimentary 3 day pass you get with your entry. read less
Rob Ackland07/07/22 -
Wonderful collection of old Australian artefacts. Well worth a visit. We spent a day and a half going through everything.... read moreWonderful collection of old Australian artefacts. Well worth a visit. We spent a day and a half going through everything. The old houses and the train ride were great. This place has some real treasures. Truely a step back in time. The guide and hosts are very informative. read less
Shane Poulter02/07/22This is by far one of the best museums we have ever been too. We spent hours and hours walking... read moreThis is by far one of the best museums we have ever been too. We spent hours and hours walking around and appreciating the many exhibits. We enjoyed the train ride to Herberton to see the recently restored steam train and passenger carriage. This museum is very well presented and has something for all ages. A definite must see. Thanks for sharing. read less
Lauren Moore26/06/22Wow. What a place.All that history in one location.I was blown away by the way it has been put... read moreWow. What a place.All that history in one location.I was blown away by the way it has been put together and the amount of displays.A must visit place for anyone in the area. read less
Rick Fung19/06/22Absolutely fantastic display of days gone by and a single persons collection as a way of doing itThe periodic live... read moreAbsolutely fantastic display of days gone by and a single persons collection as a way of doing itThe periodic live demonstrations are pretty cool too. read less
Angelo D'Agostino18/06/22 -
Was just lovely place!Lots of really interesting and priceless things to look around.I hope everybody respect the village and preserve... read moreWas just lovely place!Lots of really interesting and priceless things to look around.I hope everybody respect the village and preserve as is. read less
Goma Tora13/06/22A must see. Great historical information and exhibits. So much to absorb. Very tactile in that you can feel and... read moreA must see. Great historical information and exhibits. So much to absorb. Very tactile in that you can feel and touch a lot of the artefacts. Very dog friendly and accommodating with dogs on lead allowed to roam with you. One of the best historical museums we have visited. read less
Don Charles04/06/22We spent a day there,but if you don't see it all,they give you a complimentary 3 day pass .We brought... read moreWe spent a day there,but if you don't see it all,they give you a complimentary 3 day pass .We brought our tickets on line before we went,costing $35 each. Very tidy,plenty of toilets. There is also a Cafe, where you can buy a light meals.Very educational and lots of photo opportunities. They have a few demonstrations, through the day.I don't think it is very wheelchair friendly, as there are lots of hills and steps to get in to the buildings. read less
Karen Delsar04/06/22 -
This place is brilliant, make sure you make enough time, there is so much to see and take in, we... read moreThis place is brilliant, make sure you make enough time, there is so much to see and take in, we were there nearly 4 hours and didn't see everything read less
Jeanette Leitzke26/05/22Peter McKaskill18/05/22 -
Went as an off chance and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was their heritage weekend so they had live music and... read moreWent as an off chance and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was their heritage weekend so they had live music and character dressing everywhere. Absolute wonderful experience. Even the pharmacy had a knowable Alchemist.The restorations are first class, buildings perfectly set up and a great day out. Able to stay dry all day by hopping from one building to another. Gifts and souvenirs are available in the entrance shop at ok prices.Lions had a BBQ so food was available. read less
David Brown15/05/22Keith Gifford13/05/22To be honest there were that many it is hard to choose but if I had to pick one in... read moreTo be honest there were that many it is hard to choose but if I had to pick one in particular then as a Crane operator then I'd have to go with the steam cranes and all the other steam machinery but the amount of a historic collection is just unbelievable, There is something for every age group, I could go on and on but you need a minimum of a full day. Best museum and collection I have ever seen with staff keen to help and educate you on what they know, When we are back up this way we are coming for another visit for sure, Thankyou for a great day out guys read less
Steve Robinson10/05/22