Lancaster Bomber Tour – Step Inside a WWII Aircraft

Step inside one of the most significant aircraft of the Second World War and experience history from within. This Lancaster bomber tour in Perth offers a rare opportunity to climb inside a real Avro Lancaster and explore its interior spaces at human scale.

Across a 1.5-hour session, just two guests at a time are guided through the aircraft by knowledgeable museum experts. The tour runs exclusively at the Aviation Heritage Museum in Bull Creek and forms part of a carefully managed WWII museum tour that focuses on understanding rather than spectacle.

Designed as a deeply engaging aviation experience, this guided tour offers a unique context and perspective that cannot be gained from observation alone. Book your aircraft tour today to step inside history with care and clarity!

Why Choose This Tour?

World War II history tours are designed for visitors who want meaningful access and informed guidance. Each element is carefully structured to balance education, safety and immersion.

  1. Step inside a real WWII Lancaster Bomber: Experience the aircraft from the inside to gain a true sense of scale, layout and function.
  2. Expert-led insight you can’t get from signage: Museum guides interpret the aircraft’s spaces, roles and stories in real time, adding depth and context.
  3. Highly exclusive small-group access: With only two guests per session, the tour allows uninterrupted movement, questions and close inspection.
  4. One-of-a-kind aviation experience in Perth: This is a rare opportunity not available through standard museum visits or self-guided tours.
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Tour Description

Your experience begins upon arrival at the Aviation Heritage Museum, where a brief introduction to the aircraft, safety considerations, and the tour structure is provided. From there, your guide leads an external walk-around, placing the Lancaster in context before moving inside. This approach reflects the depth and pacing expected of well-designed historical tours Perth visitors seek.

The interior tour forms the heart of the experience. Over 1.5 hours, you move through key internal areas while museum experts explain how the aircraft was operated and how crews worked within its confined spaces. With a maximum of two guests per session, the tour allows unhurried movement, detailed discussion and genuine engagement that sets it apart from typical World War II tours.

A dedicated photo opportunity inside the aircraft concludes the guided portion of the visit, followed by a short wrap-up. Each tour includes full museum entry, a souvenir cap and a commemorative certificate.

Practical Information

The Lancaster Bomber Tour is one of the most fun things to do in Perth. For visitors planning new experiences, this tour offers a structured and supported experience with clear guidance.

Check out the overview of what to expect on this guided tour of the Museum’s World War II vintage Lancaster heavy bomber here.

Guided by Aviation Experts

Your Lancaster Bomber Tour is led by experienced museum staff with deep knowledge of the aircraft and its history. Their role is to interpret the Lancaster clearly and accurately by helping visitors understand how it was built, operated and addressing any queries.

Inside the Lancaster — What You'll See

Browse the gallery below to imagine yourself moving through Lancaster’s interior, standing beneath its wings and exploring spaces rarely open to the public. For visitors looking for things to do inside in Perth, these images offer a glimpse of a hands-on museum experience that combines scale and historical depth in a setting unlike any standard exhibition.

See What Our Visitors Say

Read what past visitors have shared about their experience stepping inside the Lancaster and exploring the museum. Many families also highlight it as one of the most memorable things to do in Perth with kids, thanks to its hands-on access and expert guidance.

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Thoroughly enjoyed my time here. I did the Lancaster and Spitfire/Dakota tours and loved every minute of it. So many different historic aircraft to see. My only regrets are that I didn't visit sooner, and that I didn't have more time to stay and look at everything in more detail.
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Do the Lancaster tour, it is the most informative tour i have been on, the guides know their stuff and even though it takes over 2 hours it didn't seem like it with all the great information and being able to crawl/ walk from front to rear on this beautiful aircraft. I even got the opportunity to climb into the Spitfire, those boys must have been small as im under sixfoot and once the canopy was shut it was very small inside. I highly recommend this place and the special tours to any aviation enthusiasts or even if your not, you will learn how brave our forefathers were, to fly in these aircraft.
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I got the Lancaster and Spitfire tour for my 50th and it was one of the best gifts I’ve ever received. It was surreal climbing through the Lancaster and seeing/imagining what the boys up there went through. Sitting in the Spitfire was another one ticked off the bucket list. The knowledge of the guides is awesome. Awesome experience fellas, cheers!

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Frequently Asked Questions

The tour involves climbing and moving through confined internal spaces and requires a moderate level of mobility. It is best suited to older children i.e. ages 12 and above and adults who are comfortable in enclosed spaces.

The $135 per person price includes the guided tour, full museum entry, a souvenir cap and a commemorative certificate.

Yes – private group and corporate sessions can be arranged by contacting the museum directly to discuss dates, group size and requirements.

Tours operate during museum opening hours of 10am to 4pm. During summer months, tours are conducted in the morning only due to heat inside the aircraft. Times and days are subject to change as tours are volunteer-led — contact the museum to confirm availability.

Gift Vouchers – Give an Unforgettable Experience

Gift vouchers for the Lancaster Bomber Tour offer a memorable experience for aviation enthusiasts, history lovers and those who have everything. Vouchers can be purchased online and redeemed for a guided tour at a later date, making them ideal for birthdays, anniversaries and meaningful gifts.

Group & Corporate Bookings

The Lancaster Bomber Tour offers a distinctive option for organisations seeking memorable and purpose-driven experiences. Private sessions can be arranged exclusively for businesses, professional groups or institutions looking for corporate activities in Perth that go beyond standard venues and formats.

As one of the more unique corporate team building activities in Perth, the tour encourages shared problem-solving, conversation and reflection within a rare historical environment. Corporate and group bookings can be arranged by contacting the museum directly to discuss dates, group size and requirements.

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Step beyond the gallery floor and experience history from the inside. The Lancaster Bomber Tour offers rare access, expert guidance and a powerful connection to Australia’s aviation heritage. 

For further information, please contact us by calling 08 9311 4470 or via email at museum@raafawa.org.au.

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