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Welcome to Outback at Isa

Your gateway to the unique beauty, culture, and adventure of Mount Isa.

Whether you’re here to explore our rich bush tucker traditions, experience what life was like 25 million years ago at Riversleigh, learn what life is like underground in the Hard Times Mine Tour or wander through our  museum giving insights into the history of Mount Isa, we have something for everyone. Let us take you on a journey like no other.

Featured Experiences

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Hard Times Mine Underground - Guided Tour

Journey below ground for an attraction unlike any other! The Hard Times Mine Tour will give you a fascinating insight into Australia's deepest underground mining network.

180 Minutes (approx.)
From $85AUD


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Guided Riversleigh Fossil Discovery Centre & Laboratory

The Riversleigh Fossil Discovery Centre in Mount Isa showcases the fossils from the Riversleigh World Heritage Area.

120 Minutes (approx.)
From $38AUD


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Isa Experience

The ‘Isa Experience’ is a must do for those interested in an in-depth look into Mount Isa from its humble beginning, 100 years ago.

120 Minutes (approx.)
From $16AUD


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Self-guided Riversleigh Fossil Discovery Centre Tour

The Riversleigh Fossil Discovery Centre in Mount Isa showcases
the fossils from the Riversleigh World Heritage Area.

60 Minutes (approx.)
From $25AUD


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Bush Tucker Experience

Plants were utilised in many ways such as food, seasoning, herbal drinks and medicines used to treat common ailments.

90 Minutes (approx.)
From $45AUD


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Indigenous Painting Class Experience

Indigenous Painting Class Experience

Local Kalkatungu artist Barabara Sam will be hosting traditional Aboriginal painting workshops at Outback at Isa, teaching you how to paint your own unique story!

2 hours (approx.)
From $58AUD


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Café & Catering

Taste the Outback

Enjoy fresh, locally-inspired dishes at our café, or let us cater your next event with our signature outback flavors. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite or planning a special gathering, we’ve got you covered.

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Upcoming Events

Join The Fun

From seasonal celebrations to unique outback experiences, our events bring the community together. Check out what’s happening during your visit.


Christmas in the Outback

Outback at Isa, 19 Marian Street, Mount Isa QLD, 4825
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Guess who’s making their way back from the North Pole?
That’s right… Santa & Mrs Claus are returning to Mount Isa! ✨

They’ll be spreading Christmas cheer at Outback at Isa, Marion Street, on:
📅 Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th December 2025
⏰ 10:00am – 4:00pm

And they’re not coming alone!
✨ Cindy Lou Who
✨ Charlotte the Naughty Elf
…plus some whispers that The Grinch has been spotted in the Isa and might try to steal the spotlight! 👀💚

Bring the whole family for a festive day out.
💛 Gold coin donation for entry
📸 Plenty of opportunities to grab a photo with Santa & Mrs Claus!

We can’t wait to celebrate with you all at Outback at Isa!
Proudly supported by the Rotary Club of Mount Isa South West.

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Join our 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 Selfie Scavenger Hunt and snap your way around Mount Isa’s top spots. It’s fun, local, and packed with adventure!

Follow the clues
Take a selfie at each location
Post your photos and tag @outbackatisa
And YOU could be dubbed Mount Isa’s Selfie Superstar!

Bring your best poses, funniest faces, and biggest smiles — it’s your time to shine!

Pick up your scavenger hunt sheet from Outback at Isa or click here to download your copy!

Plan Your Visit

Your Outback Adventure Awaits

Planning a trip to Mount Isa? We’ve got all the information you need, from travel tips to accommodation and dining options. Let us help make your visit seamless and unforgettable.


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Testimonials

What Our Guests Say

A great town of significant importance to our outback history.. multiculturalism at its peak when all the immigration to work in the mine took place. Another cultural experience they didn't teach us at school. Glad we stopped at Mt Isa .. We'll be back for sure.
Ecka Hesket Visitor
If you're into mining and minerals then you will love this place. One could easily spend an hour wandering through the museum and enjoying the specimens and exhibits. I am amazed at the beautiful minerals that one finds in the area. It is a testimony to God's amazing creation.
Wayne Ralph Visitor
This is well worth visiting. It incorporates the tourist information, the Riversleigh Fossil Centre, the Outback Mine and Rodeo Museum, the Underground Mine Tour, the Outback Botanical Walk and a cafe, phew! You can easily spend a few hours here. And if you enjoy wildlife esp bird watching, the Botanical Walk is worth spending an hour or so with quite a variety of residential birdlife.
Irene Krajewska Visitor
Went on the hard times mine tour. Really good. Our guide Alan was a wealth on information, having worked in mining since his 20s, could show us how the old equipment worked, told us the story of how the hard times mine came to be, after the mine proper banned visitors. A real good way to spend a few hours, came away with a new appreciation of it all.
Frodo Tangihua Visitor
Great range of tours to do here. Riversleigh Fossil Discovery Centre was interactive & displays were amazing. The Hard Times Mine tour was well worth the entry fee & was brilliant. Over 3 hours taking u underground in all the miners gear. Luke our guide 20 year miner was fantastic with personal experience & stories. Highly recommend.
Sue Collins Visitor
Lots to do there. Reversely fossil display, underground mine & art gallery. Gallery was free others cost. Modern, well set put with great facilities and a nice coffee shop and if you visit in summer, air conditioned. They also serve as booking agents for the rest of the attractions in town. People were supper helpful and well informed.
Ian Lumsdaine Visitor

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