Darwin Walking Tour: World War II Reflections Discount Tickets

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location pin icon 15 Mitchell St., Darwin, Northern Territory, 0800, Australia
location pin icon Darwin
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Overview

Thursday. 19 February, 1942. World War II reaches mainland Australia and the northern city of Darwin is bombed. Join your knowledgeable local guide who will take you back to that WWII era on a 2-hour walk through the historic quarter of the city.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Look for the guide wearing a bright orange shirt and standing near the John McDouall Stuart monument in Raintree Park.

End Point

End point

From The Cenotaph, guests can choose to walk the paths of Bicentennial Park and view memorials to lives lost during WWII, or purchase refreshments from a nearby cafe.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Darwin
Through the central district of Darwin there are many hidden references to WWII. Discover them as you wander these easily walkable streets with your local guide.
2. The Vic Hotel
Part of Darwin's social history for over 100 years, this majestic building was an entertainment hub for both Australian and American service personnel during WWII.
Duration: 5 mins
3. Brown's Mart Theatre
A pre-WWII building at the heart of Darwin's community which became part of the Navy base HMAS Melville throughout the preparation and defence of Australia.
Duration: 10 mins
4. Administrator of the Northern Territory
These beautifully restored buildings encapsulate life from the early years of Darwin. Today, they are used as offices for The Administrator of the Northern Territory just as they were the Naval Command during WWII.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Parliament House
This grand building stands in memorial to the civilian Post Office staff who lost their lives at this site during the bombing of Darwin in 1942. Step inside to see where a bomb fell and discover the rebuilt Post Office wall displaying its shrapnel scars. NOTE: Guests pass through security screening to enter this building.
Duration: 20 mins
6. Darwin Cenotaph
The Cenotaph is an important memorial to Northern Territorians who served during War. It overlooks the harbour where many died during the first air raid on 19 February 1942. The site was home to the 14th Anti-Aircraft Battery which fired the first shots in defence of Australia on Australian soil.
Duration: 10 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

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

Supplied by Walk Darwin Pty Ltd

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