Local Connections: Darwin Heritage Walk
Local Connections: Darwin Heritage Walk
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Description
Points of Interest
- Parliament House
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Darwin Heritage Walk
Gain insight into your host city with a walk led by a friendly and informative guide. With a local in the lead you're sure to get an in-depth look at the history and events that helped shaped the city. Hear commentary of the original settlement and the gold rush of the 1800's, Indigenous heritage, the Overland Telegraph Line, WWII and the Bombing of Darwin, Cyclone Tracy, and modern-day Darwin. As you walk the paths of pioneers, you'll view buildings with intriguing architecture such as The War Memorial, art galleries, and Parliament House.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
There are many hidden treasures to see on foot and plenty of photo ops of the indigenous sculptures, architecture, historic buildings, wildflowers and wildlife.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Along the way, your guide will point out points of interest such as the 19th century buildings that were destroyed during Cyclone Tracy: the Courthouse and Police Station, Browns Mart and the Old Palmerston Town Hall, which were all painstakingly reconstructed.
Special Notes:
Wear warm-weather clothing and comfortable walking shoes. Bring a hat, sunglasses and adequate sun protection and bottled water. Minimum age is 10 years old.Not suitable for guest using wheelchairs or those with limited mobility.
Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.