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Brisbane Walking Tour: City History & Story Bridge Views★ 4.98 (308) · 3h
Best value
Brisbane Dark Stories True Crime Walking Tour★ 4.64 (266) · 1h 30m
Top rated
Brisbane Walking Tour: City Hall, Gardens & Hidden Laneways★ 4.95 (122) · 3h
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✓ 2026-09-29Real price per person across the 11 options: AU$ 34–AU$ 98 (median AU$ 60). With 100+ reviews: 4 of 11.
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Brisbane: Toowong Cemetery Ghost Tour & Historic StoriesYou'll walk through Brisbane's largest burial ground with a historian who knows every grave and the real stories behind them, including a statue with a reputation, a governor's tomb, and the graves of murderers and a buried boxer. The tour takes 1.5 hours, covers steep ground, and you leave with a signed book and the kind of local knowledge you can't get anywhere else. Book only if you're comfortable with moderate walking uphill and genuinely interested in the history — this isn't a thrill ride, it's a cemetery.Is it for me?This tour is for people who want to know the actual history of Brisbane's burial ground — the real names, the real crimes, the real graves — rather than a manufactured scare. The steep walking and the 1.5-hour pace mean you're moving at the speed of storytelling, not rushing, which is what makes the detail stick.
Bloody Brisbane CBD Crime Tour: 2 hours of true crime scenesThe Bloody Brisbane CBD Crime Tour is a 2-hour guided walk through Brisbane's central business district led by crime writer Jack Sim, visiting real true crime scenes including the Arcade Murder, the site of the last public execution, and the Regent Theatre shootout. The tour covers three city blocks across two centuries of criminal history. Children from age 10 are welcome; all attendees must wear flat-soled enclosed shoes and bring a torch or use a smartphone torch app.Is it for me?Book this tour for a free afternoon or a first morning in Brisbane if you want to move past the postcard version of the city. The fixed two-hour length and the guide's 25 years of research mean you're not wandering and guessing—you're standing at the actual places where Brisbane's crimes happened, with someone who has written books about them.
Brisbane CBD Ghost Tour: Haunted Walk & Real Ghost StoriesYou’ll follow a local guide through Brisbane’s CBD after dark, hearing true ghost stories where they happened — from haunted hotels to infamous bridges. Expect odd chills, little-known history, and moments that make you see familiar streets differently. The walk is accessible for everyone and supports local heritage too.
South Brisbane Cemetery Ghost Tour: 2-hour lantern walkA 2-hour guided ghost tour through South Brisbane Cemetery (Dutton Park Cemetery) in Brisbane, led by historian Jack Sim with a lantern, visiting the graves of executed Boggo Road Jail prisoners, a ghost girl, a sea captain and a man buried alive. The tour includes a copy of the book Ghosts of South Brisbane Cemetery and a donation to the Heritage Fund. Children must be at least 10 years old; moderate walking on steep hills is involved, and flat-soled enclosed shoes are required.Is it for me?The tour involves a moderate amount of walking on steep hills over 2 hours, so it suits someone with reasonable fitness who doesn't mind uneven ground and is prepared to bring a torch and wear flat shoes. If you're looking for a sitting-down experience or have mobility concerns, this one is built for walkers.
Private Brisbane Walking Tour: Queen Street to City HallA private 90-minute walking tour of Brisbane led by a local guide who takes you through Queen Street Mall, City Hall, and the Treasury Building, sharing the history and architecture that shaped the city. You move at your own pace with one guide's undivided attention, and the tour includes a small gift and snacks.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guide's full attention and the freedom to linger where the city interests you—the private format means the pace and stories bend to what you want to know, not a group's schedule.
Private Brisbane Walking Tour: Customized with a Local GuideA private walking tour of Brisbane guided by a local who customizes the route, pace and stops around your interests. After booking, you fill out a short form about what you want to see—history, food, hidden corners, cultural spots—and your guide reaches out to build the itinerary together. The tour covers City Hall, Queen Street Mall, riverside boardwalks and neighborhoods like Kangaroo Point and New Farm, with flexible durations from 2 to 6 hours and pickup from central accommodations included.Is it for me?Choose a longer duration if you want to move beyond the main sights into quieter local neighborhoods and have time to sit with the city; a 2-hour walk works if you're short on time or want a quick introduction before exploring on your own.
Toowong Cemetery Ghost Tour: 2-Hour Guided TalesA 2-hour guided historic ghost tour of Toowong Cemetery in Brisbane led by haunted historian Jack Sim, author of the Ghosts of Toowong Cemetery series. The tour visits Jack the Ripper's possible grave, Chinese hungry ghosts, the strange phenomenon of Spook Hill, a creepy crypt, and the burial place of Governor Blackall. You receive a copy of Ghosts of Toowong Cemetery (RRP $25) and a donation goes to the Ghost Tours' Haunted Heritage Fund. Children from age 10 are welcome with adult supervision; moderate walking up steep hills is involved, and you'll need flat-soled enclosed shoes and your own torch.Is it for me?The tour starts and ends at Toowong Cemetery itself, so if you're staying in Brisbane without a car, check the public transport options nearby — they'll get you there. The 2-hour walk is steady and uphill, so come with moderate fitness and flat-soled shoes; if steep cemetery terrain or sustained climbing sounds uncomfortable, this one isn't the fit.
Brisbane Walking Tour: City Stories & CoffeeA small-group walking tour of Brisbane's city centre that begins and ends at King George Square, moving through Anzac Square, Post Office Square, the Old Windmill and Frog's Hollow at an easy pace with a local guide. The tour runs two and a half hours and includes coffee or tea; it is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?At two and a half hours, this tour fits into a free afternoon without eating the whole day—you get the city's real story without the rush, and the easy pace leaves room to explore on your own afterward or grab lunch nearby.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 8 of the 11 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last up to 2 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Brisbane Walking Tour: City History & Story Bridge Views is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.98 out of 5 across 308 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
