Brisbane City Essentials Walking Tour

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180 minutes (Approx.)
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The perfect introduction to Brisbane. This private, three hour walking tour where you and your travelling party (up to four people) will be our only guests, cover all the main sights in the city center and takes you where the buses can’t go. Unlock the unique character and landmarks of Brisbane as you see King George Square, the Story Bridge, the City Botanic Gardens, the oldest church in Queensland, Eagle Street Pier, the City Hall Clock Tower, historic buildings and lots of hidden secrets along the way. Only have one day in Brisbane? This is the tour for you. Please note: this is a private tour. When booking please select '1 Traveler' - this will enable up to four of your travelling party to participate.

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Things To Know

  • Professional guide
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, approximately 2.5 kms on flat even city streets
  • What to bring: Camera, drinking water
  • What wear: Comfortable walking shoes, hat and sunglasses
  • Sunscreen is recommended

What's included in the package

Itinerary

Walk Brisbane

You will meet your guide and fellow travellers OUTSIDE the Brisbane Visitor Information Centre, 167 Queen Street Brisbane. We'll spend a few minutes introducing everyone and giving you a overview of your tour

Brisbane Arcade

Visit the historici Brisbane Arcade and enjoy the beautiful architecture of this Victorian era building. We'll tell you a fascinating story about the family of the man who had this building built back in the early 1900's. After the tour has finished you might want to come back here for a spot of shopping

City Hall

We'll visit King George Square and view Brisbane's second City Hall. As we view the outside of City Hall we will show you something right up the top that you may not ordinarily see.

Treasury Casino (Pass-by Only)

On our way to the former Queensland Treasury Building (now Treasury Casino) we will wander down Brisbane's oldest laneway to learn about Brisbane's convict past. We'll also see some of Brisbane's emerging street art scene.

City Botanic Gardens (Pass-by Only)

After leaving the the former Treasury Building and on our way to City Botanic Gardens we will take some time to explore other historic buildings, hear stories about people that built Brisbane, learn about multi-billion dollar investments that will shape Brisbane's future, before exploring our beautiful City Botanic Gardens

Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park (Pass-by Only)

From across the Brisbane River we will view Kangaroo Point Cliffs and learn how they got their unique shape. Known for its recreational activities you may see locals rock climbing or abseiling the cliffs.

Cathedral of St. Stephen

After leaving the tranquility of the City Botanic Gardens enjoy walking through the commercial and finance areas of Brisbane, where old and new buildings blend seamlessly, before making our way to the Cathedral of St Stephen. We will visit Queensland's oldest church, and you will be surprised and delighted by what you see..

Eagle Street Pier

As our time togethers nears its end we will walk to Eagle Street Pier on the Brisbane River front. After viewing the iconic Story Bridge, and seeing markers indicating the levels of the floods that hit Brisbane in 2011 we will provide you with recommendations for cafes, restaurants and bars by the river where you can have lunch.


Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • As you stand in front of the Visitor Information Centre looking into it, look to your left.  There is a garden bed on the left hand side.  Your guide will be waiting there for you. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure time.

Ticket Redemption

Direct access, no redemption is required

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Reviews By Other Travelers

4.9
Based on 100 reviews

What do other 100 guests say about Brisbane City Essentials Walking Tour

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bandp57
5
Mar 2024
The walking tour with Robyn was amazing! She is so knowledgeable about the city, history, stories and fun facts! The tour covered just about any area of interest you might have from art, architecture, city officials, influential women, food, street art, and more! We enjoyed her company so much! ...
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Shelley48
5
Jun 2022
Our family had a lovely walking tour of Brisbane city with Robyn as our guide. Robyn was warm, friendly and informative, and we enjoyed the history, architecture and street art (much of which we would have overlooked on our own!) which were highlighted to us along the tour. Highly recommended!
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Helen_E
5
Aug 2020
Great tour, a lovely way to see a new city. Very informative, Gabbi was an excellent and charming tour guide. Most enjoyable. Perfect walking pace even for my 83 year old mother.

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Things to know

Included
  • Professional guide
Not Included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, approximately 2.5 kms on flat even city streets
  • What to bring: Camera, drinking water
  • What wear: Comfortable walking shoes, hat and sunglasses
  • Sunscreen is recommended

Payment Methods

Accept all major debit and credit cards
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alipay_hkCreated with Sketch.
Accept crypto currencies