Walking tour group at Anzac Square and the Shrine of Remembrance in Brisbane
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Brisbane Guided City Walking Tour

from A$70
Brisbane
Free Cancellation (24 hours prior)

See Brisbane on foot with a local guide on this small group walk from Queen Street Mall to the river, South Bank, Queen's Wharf, City Hall and the Story Bridge. You hear Turrbal and Jagera stories alongside colonial history, grab a local sweet treat and finish with a craft beer, soft drink or juice.

  • Walking tour group at Anzac Square and the Shrine of Remembrance in Brisbane
  • Walking tour group sharing a toast by the Brisbane River
  • Guide talking to a walking tour group beside a bronze statue in Brisbane
  • Walking tour group by the Brisbane River with the city bridges behind
  • Walking tour group in a narrow Brisbane city laneway
  • Guide leading a walking tour group through a heritage arcade in Brisbane
  • Walking tour group at Anzac Square and the Shrine of Remembrance in Brisbane
  • Walking tour group sharing a toast by the Brisbane River
  • Guide talking to a walking tour group beside a bronze statue in Brisbane
  • Walking tour group by the Brisbane River with the city bridges behind
  • Walking tour group in a narrow Brisbane city laneway
  • Guide leading a walking tour group through a heritage arcade in Brisbane

Quick read before you book.

  • Small group of up to 12 guests
  • Turrbal and Jagera stories alongside colonial history
  • Hidden laneways and arcades most visitors walk straight past
  • South Bank, Queen's Wharf and Story Bridge views
  • Finish with a drink by the river

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What could be better?

Honestly, not much. Bring comfy shoes, a hat and water, as there's a fair bit of walking under the Brisbane sun.

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Included in this tour.

  • Three hour guided walking tour of Brisbane city with a local guide
  • Craft beer, soft drink or juice
  • One iconic local sweet treat
  • Map with your guide's recommendations
  • Group photos

Commonly asked questions.

You meet at Reddacliff Place at the top of Queen Street, directly opposite the entrance to the former Treasury Building by one of the large metal balls. The tour finishes at Babylon Brisbane, 145 Eagle Street, a 10 to 15 minute walk from the start.

The tour runs for around three hours and covers about 3 km on mostly flat ground, with plenty of stops along the way.

Tours run rain or shine, so bring an umbrella or rain jacket. The operator only cancels if conditions make the tour unsafe or impossible, and will then offer an alternative or a refund.

You can cancel or change your date for free up to 24 hours before the tour. Cancellations within 24 hours, late arrivals and no shows are not refunded.

The tour is not recommended for children under 10 or anyone who can't comfortably walk around 3 km.

Yes. The route is mostly flat and wheelchair friendly, and is accessible for guests with vision impairments. Let the operator know in advance so the route can be adjusted if needed.

You finish with a craft beer, or a soft drink or juice if you prefer, and you also get one iconic local sweet treat during the walk.

Your guide gives you a map of recommended places to eat and drink. If you want to see the city lit up from the water, the Sunset City Lights Cruise on the Brisbane River is a great way to round out the day.

More about this tour.

Most visitors see Brisbane from a ferry or a rooftop bar. This three hour walk gets you into the laneways, arcades and squares in between, with a local guide who knows which stories are worth your time and where the good food and drinks are hiding.You meet at Reddacliff Place at the top of Queen Street Mall, then weave through the city's laneways, arcades and squares, taking in Brisbane City Hall, the Regent Theatre, Brisbane Arcade, Anzac and Post Office Squares, Burnett Lane, the Commissariat Store and Frog's Hollow, along with the Brisbane River, South Bank Parklands, Queen's Wharf and the Story Bridge.Your guide shares stories of the Turrbal and Jagera peoples, how British colonisation shaped the city, and where Brisbane is heading as it gears up for the Olympics. There is a local sweet treat on the way, and the walk finishes at Babylon Brisbane on Eagle Street with a craft beer, soft drink or juice, plus a map of the guide's favourite places to eat and drink.Groups are capped at 12, so it stays relaxed and easy to ask questions. Keen for more? The Brisbane Small Bars and Street Art Tour is a fun next step, or try the Brisbane Craft Brewery Tour for a deeper look at the local beer scene.Explore the route, then check availability for your dates.

Additional info.

Meeting point: Reddacliff Place, top of Queen Street, Brisbane. Meet directly opposite the entrance to the former Treasury Building, at one of the large metal balls. Please arrive 10 minutes early, as late arrivals cannot join after the tour has departed.Finish point: Babylon Brisbane, 145 Eagle Street, a 10 to 15 minute walk from the start.Accessibility: The route is around 3 km, mostly flat and wheelchair friendly, and is accessible for guests with vision impairments. The route can be adjusted with advance notice.What to bring: Water bottle, hat, comfortable shoes and sunscreen.Age: Not recommended for children under 10 or anyone unable to comfortably walk around 3 km.Weather: Tours run rain or shine, so bring an umbrella or rain jacket if the forecast looks wet.Cancellation policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour. No refunds within 24 hours of the start time, for late arrivals or no shows.