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Darwin's Top Secret WW2 Oil Storage Tunnels
Go back in time to Darwin's Top Secret WW2 Oil Storage Tunnels – an underground heritage museum like no other. The subterranean tunnels are one of Darwin's best value tourist attractions
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Australia First Super Hero
AADFA MAN
We are proud of Australia's world war men and woman and set about creating the first true super hero AADFA Man.The acronym stands for the Australian, American, Dutch forces that were involved with the defence of the pacific region emanating from Darwin Harbour and beyond.
We realized that these people needed to be immortalized and never forgotten
The team set about creating our hero from all the remaining artifacts scattered throughout darwin's WW2 museums encapsulating all forces "AADFA" the Australian ,American Dutch Forces alliance forge together during WW2.The sculpture is in the Pump Room 60 meters from the main entrance and is 5 meters tall.The embodiment of this sculpture was to include all factions including the Japanese imperial army in one giant person as a testament to their courage and devotion to protecting their freedom.
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Go back in time to Darwin's Top Secret WW2 Oil Storage Tunnels an underground heritage museum like no other. The subterranean Tunnels are one of Darwin's best value tourist attractions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the opening hours?
Open 7 days a week. Darwin’s seasons affect our visiting times:
Dry Season: (May – September) 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wet Season: (October – April, after school holidays) 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
How much is entry?
Price changing as of 20th April 2025
Entry Fees:
- Adults $12.00
- Seniors $10.00
- Children 4-16 $8.50
- Infants free.
- School groups (10 students minimum) $7.50
- Private charters are available $120.Per hour
- Functions & Venue hire available $POA
- Groups $POA
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes, it is highly recommended to book the World War II Oil Storage Tunnels in Darwin in advance, especially during the peak tourist season (May to September).
Is the attraction suitable for children and families?
Yes, the WWII Oil Storage Tunnels in Darwin are generally considered suitable and engaging for families and children. The attraction offers a quick, self-guided, and affordable experience—often cited as a "great little experience" for kids—making it easy to combine with a visit to the nearby Darwin Waterfront.
Is there parking nearby?
Free parking in multi level carpark on Kitchener Drive
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