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Overview

Discover the captivating history of Adelaide on our popular North Terrace Cultural Guided Walking Tour. Specially designed for passionate history buffs and people looking for an easy-paced, accessible walking experience, this two hour journey brings South Australia's past to life. We focus on the vibrant, real stories of the pioneers, leaders and working class characters who built our colony and eventual State. Led by a locally born and bred Adelaide tour guide, you will discover the hidden secrets behind the magnificent facades lining our famous cultural boulevard. Our gentle amble down North Terrace stops outside of Adelaide's most iconic cultural institutions including: The beautiful Mortlock Library - Step inside to admire this spectacular 1884 architecture treasure, widely ranked among the world's most beautiful libraries. Former Old Police Barracks - Uncover the moving lesser known social history of South Australia's police force and accompanying justice systems.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

We meet on the steps of Parliament House, near the corner of North Terrace and King William Road in the CBD of Adelaide.

End Point

End point

Our tour finishes outside of the Art Gallery of South Australia, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, Australia

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. We visit this historic site which was a former Destitute Asylum and discuss some of the stories surrounding its use
Duration: 15 mins
2. Parliament of South Australia
We marvel at this historic building and discuss its role in women gaining the vote in South Australia
Duration: 10 mins
3. State Library of South Australia
We talk about the role of the State Library and enter its buildings to explore one of the top 20 beautiful libraries in the world dating from 1884.
Duration: 15 mins
4. National War Memorial, Adelaide
We marvel at this amazing monument and explain its symbolic reliefs as well as enter the memorial to view the honour list of those South Australian soldiers who died during the Great War.
Duration: 10 mins
5. The University of Adelaide
We admire the striking architecture of the some of the University buildings, and wander through the grounds, being one of the oldest universities in Australia
Duration: 5 mins
6. Government House
View the house and grounds from the outside gate and discuss the role of governors and admire the oldest continuously used Government House in Australia
Duration: 5 mins
7. Art Gallery of South Australia
Discuss the importance of the arts in South Australia and the importance of benefactors or philanthropists who donated a lot of money to start this institution.
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Services of a Local guide

Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide

Information on what to see and do in Adelaide

Snacks

Exclusion

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Transportation to/from attractions

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

A maximum of 15 people per booking

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Supplied by Down to Earth Tours

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