Walking History Tour of Charters Towers Discount Tickets

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Overview

Charters Towers began with the discovery of gold over 150 years ago – one of the biggest gold rushes in Australian history. Hear the fascinating story behind the town’s name, the colourful characters, streets and grand buildings including the Royal Hotel and Stock Exchange Arcade on this guided tour. When gold was found by an Aboriginal boy in 1871, Charters Towers became the richest city in Queensland and second largest after Brisbane, boasting a stock exchange, grand buildings and houses, fine shops, wide streets, electricity, gaslights, telegraph and the telephone – it had everything. Residents nicknamed their town “The World.”

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour for check-in. Meeting point outside the Charters Towers Visitors Information Centre

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Charters Towers
After meeing at the Charters Towers Visitor Information Center, we will take you on a guided walk in and around Mosman Street and Gill Street. You'll hear the fascinating story behind the town’s name, the colourful characters and the grand buildings.
Duration: 75 mins

Inclusion

Local Guide with a wealth of knowlegde

Exclusion

No restrooms available throughout tour

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

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Historic Australia

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