The Nostalgia Box
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The Nostalgia Box in Perth showcases over 100 video game consoles from the 1970s to the 2000s, offering interactive gaming experiences and educational exhibits.
Planning your visit
The Nostalgia Box holds over 100 games consoles from the 1970s to the 2000s, and it is organised as a history rather than an arcade — the machines are displayed chronologically with explanation of what each generation changed technically and commercially.
The rarities are the collector's interest: consoles that failed commercially and vanished, regional variants, and the machines from the 1983 crash that nearly ended the industry.
Playable stations let visitors use hardware from successive eras, and the difference between a 1977 Atari and a sixth-generation console is instructive in a way no description manages.
Perth's isolation is worth noting — it is among the most remote major cities in the world, and its attractions serve a local population as much as visitors.
It sits in Northbridge, the city's entertainment district. Allow ninety minutes. The main booking is an entry ticket. Current availability is listed below.
Before you book
Where is The Nostalgia Box?
The Nostalgia Box is in Perth, Australia. The map on this page marks its exact location.
How long should I allow for The Nostalgia Box?
Allow ninety minutes. That is the time the collection itself takes at an unhurried pace, before any queue.
Do I need to book The Nostalgia Box in advance?
Tickets can be bought on the door at quiet times, but booking ahead fixes the date and avoids the queue at busy ones. Live availability is shown on this page.