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Brisbane at War Walking Tour

Location Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
$174.81
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Overview

Discover Brisbane's pivotal role in World War II on this engaging walking tour led by an expert guide. Begin at Queens Wharf, where you will learn about the city's transformation during the war and the significant presence of General Macarthur and Allied forces. Stroll through the CBD, visiting key historical sites that illustrate the tension and collaboration between Australian and American troops. The tour concludes at ANZAC Square, where you can continue exploring the Memorial Galleries. This 2.5-hour tour covers 2.8 kilometers and is designed for small groups of up to 8 participants, making for an intimate and informative experience.

- 2.5-hour walking tour through Brisbane's historic war sites
- Expert guide shares insights on WWII and local history
- Maximum group size of 8 ensures personalized attention
- No entry fees; accessible public restrooms along the route
Brisbane at War Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • Expert Guide and hidden wartime history.

Meeting point
Skydeck, Level 24, Queen's Wharf (in front of the Cicada Blue Bar)
Return details
Anzac Square, Adelaide Street, Brisbane CBD.

  • Start with panoramic views at Queen’s Wharf to introduce Brisbane’s beginnings and its transformation into a strategic wartime hub, before descending to William Street to discover more incredible early stories of wartime conflict on home turf.
  • Stop in King George Square to learn about Brisbane City Hall's role in civil defence, blackouts, wartime entertainment, and the social lives of visiting American forces, as well as the romantic stories of neighbouring churches.
  • Brisbane
    Meander through the city streets to hear more incredible, hidden stories of local and allied wartime efforts.
  • See the building where General MacArthur directed Allied operations in the Pacific, a key site in Brisbane’s wartime history.
  • Visit the intersection where tensions between Australian and American troops erupted in the “Battle of Brisbane.”
  • Anzac Square
    Conclude your tour at ANZAC Square, reflecting on the city’s wartime legacy and honouring those who served.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This is a 2.8 km walking tour with some steps. Moderate fitness is recommended.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Brisbane at War Walking Tour

    Location Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
    $174.81
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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