RAAF Museum

Families' Pick 2026 · Melbourne: picked by the Funtivities team as a standout for families in Melbourne.

Last updated October 2026

Air Force history museum at RAAF Base Point Cook, open most Thursdays and Sundays 10am-3pm; bookings and photo ID (over 16s) required.

The RAAF Museum at RAAF Base Point Cook, 480-490 Point Cook Road, Point Cook, covers more than 100 years of Air Force history, from the Australian Flying Corps to the Second World War and later service, displayed among aircraft. No 100 Squadron flies heritage aircraft on as many open days as possible; call or email to check if flying is scheduled. As of October 2026, the museum is open most Thursdays and Sundays from 10am to 3pm, plus Wednesdays in the Victorian autumn, winter and spring school holidays. Every visitor must book through Eventbrite; bookings close at 8am on the day. Everyone over 16 must show original photo ID at the base gate. There is no public transport to the base, paths are rough and uneven, and food and drink other than water is not allowed in museum buildings. The museum's pages do not state an entry price.

Facts checked against the venue's own website on 17 October 2026.