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Brisbane Walking Tour: Discover Iconic Landmarks
5.0
20 Ratings
Brisbane City
Discover the hidden gems of Brisbane on a 3-hour walking tour with a local guide. Get an insider’s perspective and enjoy surprises along the way!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Post Office Square - Our local guide will be ready to meet you for your tour. Connect with fellow guests from all around the world and find out how much money office workers spend each year in the eateries.
- General Post Office (GPO) - Marvel at the stone work and find out why this type of rock is special to Brisbane.
- Cathedral of St. Stephen - One of the largest stone structures in Brisbane, you will take a short walk around the grounds with commentary from your guide. Take a look inside the cathedral and take note of the stained glass windows.
- Old Government House - Nestled among the university grounds, hear the stories of the Old Governor and his wife that used to live there. This is where you will take a break and have a quick snack.
- City Botanic Gardens - Explore the vibrant ecosystem as you spot local wildlife gracefully dwelling amidst the greenery. Delve into the rich history of our gardens as you seek out the world’s first planted Queensland Nut tree, a testament to our dedication to preservation and admiration of nature’s wonders. Stand in awe of the colossal banyan trees, their towering presence reminding us of the majesty of the natural world.
- Queensland Parliament House - Discover the inner workings of the Queensland Government as you delve into its rich history and learn about how Queensland became the State it is today. Be inspired by the story of how its very design was shaped through a competition and the controversy around it.
- Brisbane Square - You will be standing in the original part of Brisbane Town and in front of the majestic Treasury Building. A perfect opportunity for a photo in front of the stone building from the 1890’s.
- King George Square - It’s time to meet the historical statues that line the square. From the first mayor of Brisbane town to a Red Kangaroo and his family, each carry their own story worthy to be told. Keep an ear out for the Clock towers chimes every 15 minutes.
- City Hall - Uncover the intriguing tale of its original construction cost and the reason as to why the building needed renovation works in the 2010’s. Delve into the ingenuity behind the creation of the sculpture adorning the building’s clock tower.
- The Old Windmill - Hear the stories about the first convict built stone building in Brisbane. From the original purpose of the windmill to how it played it’s part with television in Queensland.
- Brisbane - Enjoy walking the streets of Brisbane being captivated by your local guide. Hear the commentary about what makes Brisbane a vibrant and upcoming city and find hidden gems along the way.
What's Included
- Gift
- Snacks
- Professional Guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Brisbane with our captivating walking tour. Experience Brisbane with your local guide as they lead you through iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Learn about Brisbane’s history, culture and architecture as the city is brought to life through engaging story telling and commentary.
Stroll the busy Queen Street Mall, marvel at the magnificent City Hall and help find Brisbane’s smallest door. As you wander through this charming city, you will be enchanted by the friendly locals and welcoming atmosphere. Uncover the soul of Brisbane, one step at a time on a walking tour that promises to create memories.
A local business with local guides gives you the opportunity to experience the real Brisbane.
- Stairs are on the route, please contact the supplier for accessibility requirements
Location
280 Queen St
Queen Street
Your guide will be waiting on the grass section of Post Office Square. Look for the Urban Tours guide in a shirt and hat.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Edward_j
Sep 24, 2024
Ideal Intro to Brisbane - Guy was a great guide, full of information and very personable. Lots of suggestions for eating. He also had interesting archival pictures of places we visited. Nice small group.
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Michelle_e
Sep 12, 2024
Lovely Brisbane Tour - Really enjoyed walking tour with Guy. He was very knowledgeable and answered lots of questions for the group. Great overview of this part of the city and great recommendation for lunch!
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Marta_g
Sep 8, 2024
Fun and educational - Matt was great! Very knowledgeable and entertaining. I learned things about Brisbane that I would never have learned on my own. We visited places I never knew existed and covered off a lot of colonial history.
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Chris_c
Aug 28, 2024
Beautiful hike and stories around city center - Matt did a great job sharing stories and answering questions from our Australia/US/UK group as we trekked up and around the various points of interest around town. It was a good 5k walk that was steady and not too difficult.
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H4752eajeanm
Aug 23, 2024
Great Tour - This was a really enjoyable walk to places that I would otherwise not known about. The guide was really lovely and knowledgeable. I am so glad that I took the time to take this tour.
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E1012kklynnw
Jul 16, 2024
Guy was the perfect guide! - Guy was very knowledgeable and friendly. I was the only customer this time. I very much appreciate his accommodation of my pace and interests. We had a couple of unique experiences—a school jazz band and a kookaburra snatching a grasshopper less than a meter from my foot in the Royal Botanical Gardens.
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Roam20252197292
Jul 13, 2024
A Must do in Brisbane - Well explained and was very good and informative. 3 hours of time well spent and was not tiring. Very good guides who took the tour
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22jomc
Jul 4, 2024
Brisbane city tour. - The guides were very informative and I learnt a lot about the history of Brisbane. I was privileged to have two guides and I was impressed with the local knowledge. The 3 hrs went very quickly and we even found the smallest door in Brisbane.
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C9695btald
Jun 30, 2024
Fun and informative city tour - This was an enjoyable tour with plenty of history and hidden gems,Guy the tour guide was great and friendly , I would definately consider this whether your single or in a group ,you will enjoy this
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Jljljljlo
Jun 25, 2024
GUY WATSON URBAN TOURS BRISBANE WALKING TOUR - I booked this 3 hour walking tour of Brisbane through trip advisor in advance of my visit to Brisbane for myself and my daughter .
the ratings were high on trip advisor and this tour came as a trip advisor recommendation .
Guy Watson runs urban tours who facilitate the tour .
Guy sent up to date information about the meeting point before the tour .
Guy arrived early and ensured we all had sun cream and provided his own if people didn't have any protection.
Guy was very pleasant and welcoming .
there were people of different nationalities on the tour and he was very inclusive to everyone .
the tour itself was brilliant .
3 hours seems along time but it went very quickly ,at the 2 hour point guy produced a special local treat of lamington cake for all his walking guests ,with an explanation on how it came about in the process .
the tour itself covered the whole of Brisbane central and was full of all sorts of information that you can only get from a walking tour like this , fun facts , historical facts and details you would never get just wandering around on your own .
I would absolutely recommend GUY WATSON OF URBAN TOURS .
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