Darwin Heritage Walk Discount Tickets

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Overview

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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Knuckey Street, Northern Territory, 0800, Australia

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.

End Point

End point

Tour ends at the intersection of The Esplanade and Knuckey Street, opposite Lyons Cottage.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Darwin
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.
2. Star Village
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.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Brown's Mart Theatre
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.
Duration: 10 mins
4. The Old Town Hall
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.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Administrator of the Northern Territory
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.
Duration: 10 mins
6. Parliament House
A grand building presiding over Darwin Harbour. Here, you'll learn more about the self-governing modern city of Darwin.
Duration: 10 mins
7. Bicentennial Park
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.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Local guide

Spoken commentary

Exclusion

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

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

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

Supplied by Walk Darwin Pty Ltd

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