Darwin Walking Tour: World War II Reflections

5.0 (20 reviews) 2 hours – 2 h 30 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

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.

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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 10 people
People per booking: 1–2
Guide: English
Operated by: Walk Darwin Pty Ltd

Ages: 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

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.
The Vic Hotel

5 min

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.
Brown's Mart Theatre

10 min

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.
Stop 4

10 min

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.
Parliament House

20 min

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.
Darwin Cenotaph

10 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

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.

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

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.