Activity Darwin, Australia

Darwin Heritage Walk

4.7 (103 reviews) 2 hours – 2 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Darwin Heritage Walk — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours – 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–2
Guide: English
Operated by: Walk Darwin Pty Ltd

Ages: Children (0–4 years) · Adults (5–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide
Included: Spoken commentary

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

Darwin

Passing by

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

10 min

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.
Brown's Mart Theatre

10 min

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.
The Old Town Hall

10 min

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.
Stop 5

10 min

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.
Parliament House

10 min

A grand building presiding over Darwin Harbour. Here, you'll learn more about the self-governing modern city of Darwin.
Bicentennial Park

15 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

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

Using your ticket

Reminder: It is important to stay hydrated in the tropics therefore we suggest you bring drinking water, and wear a hat, sunscreen and suitable non-slip walking shoes
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Wheelchair accessible for the active wheelchair user

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.