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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Explore the city with a local on this 2-hour walk and enjoy a local’s perspective whilst getting a sense of how the city of Darwin has developed to blend the past with today’s modern multicultural vibe. There are many hidden treasures to discover along the way.
Local guide
Spoken commentary
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Departure Point
Cnr The Mall &, Knuckey St, Darwin City NT 0800, Australië
Look for your guide in a bright orange shirt, under the statue of John McDouall Stuart, in the small park on Knuckey Street which the locals call Raintree Park. It is at the intersection with Smith Street Mall.
Return Details
74 Esplanade, Darwin City NT 0800, Australië
Tour ends at the intersection of The Esplanade and Knuckey Street, opposite Lyons Cottage.
Darwin, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia The streets of Darwin CBD are home to many buildings that have connections to Darwin's past and many are still in use today. Stories of the past and the people who ensured Darwin became an important part of current day Northern Territory are aplenty. Public artworks dot the route.
Star Village, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia This former open-air cinema is one of the few original buildings from pre-Cyclone Tracy. Though it has been converted to a chic retail hub, your guide will point out its historic features and share with you its stories of old. 10 minutes
Brown's Mart Theatre, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia This building has remained part of Darwin's social culture for over 100 years. Your guide will share a few of its stories as you peruse the exterior of this site. 10 minutes
The Old Town Hall, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia Many of Darwin's pioneers have passed through this site. Now in ruins, the Old Palmerston Town Hall provides modern-day Darwin with a visible reminder of its past residents. 10 minutes
29 Esplanade, Darwin City NT 0800, Australië These beautifully restored buildings and their gardens encapsulate life from the early years of Darwin. Today, they are used as offices for The Administrator of the Northern Territory. 10 minutes
Parliament House, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia A grand building presiding over Darwin Harbour. Here, you'll learn more about the self-governing modern city of Darwin. 10 minutes
Bicentennial Park, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia Bicentennial Park, overlooking Darwin Harbour, provides residents and visitors with green space to enjoy leisure and recreation activities. There are many hidden treasures dotting the area, reminding us of early Darwin, WWII, life pre-Cyclone Tracy. You may even see local birdlife. 15 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Bring camera, sunscreen, hat and drinking water
Good enclosed non-slip walking shoes are recommended.
A minimum of 2 people per tour is required for the tour to operate
Wheelchair accessible for active wheelchair users
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local 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.
Ian_B
10 Oct 2024
Terrific walking tour, Robin had a wealth of local information about Darwin's history and current affairs. We learnt so much
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461maisie
16 Aug 2024
Fabulous guide. Robin (as a local) has a wonderful knowledge of the history of Darwin. You will hear quirky, informative and interesting facts. It's given a much broader perspective and appreciation of Darwin and it's residents both past and present.
Mo M
07 Jul 2024
Guided walking tour with a very knowledgable, funny and accessible guide. He knows all kinds of stories about Darwin! We would have done the other tours with John as well, had we had a few more days here.
This tour in
Northern Territory
is organized by
Walk Darwin
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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