Top Queensland Historical & Heritage Tours

As one of Australia’s most notorious prisons, Boggo Road is full of scary stories. Enjoy the thrill of being scared as you listen to your guide’s tales about the unexplained happenings in this historic building, which some say is haunted. You may agree by the end of the tour. The tour includes walking around the prison, but includes access for the disabled.

Experience Queensland’s scenic Mary Valley on the historic Rattler diesel steam locomotive. Marvel at the restored Gympie Station and enjoy delicious dishes at Platform No. 1 Cafe. Admire the region’s gorgeous landscape of valleys and waterways, including he Yabba, Kandanga and Amamoor Creeks, and watch for a variety of birds in a lush forest reserve.

Learn about infamous inmates and dramatic escapes from the Boggo Road Gaol during this 1.5-hour tour of the heritage-listed prison. Visit one of the original cell blocks, the gatehouse and yards, and see graffiti made by prisoners in the 1980s. You'll also have time to explore the F Wing cell block—site of a rooftop protest by the prisoners in 1988, and hear about daily life in the brutal prison during the 100 years of its existence in Queensland.

Explore one of Queensland’s most vibrant cities on this 2.5-hour tour of Townsville with pick-up from designated meeting points. Lookout over Cleveland Bay from the Castle Hill viewpoint; walk the beachfront promenade of The Strand; and tour the Jezzine Barracks at Fort Kissing Point, then browse the shops and cafés along Flinders Street. The ideal choice for first-time visitors, this comprehensive small-group tour has a maximum of 12 participants, ensuring personal attention from your guide.

Uncover the secrets of Townsville's fascinating military history on this 4-hour walking tour led by a former Australian Army soldier. Visit key sites like Kissing Point Fort, Black Hawk Memorial and Lavarack Barracks, then explore the exhibitions at either the Royal Australian Air Force Museum or the Army Museum of North Queensland. This small-group tour has a maximum of 12 participants to ensure a personalized experience and includes hotel pick-up and morning tea. Alternatively, upgrade to a full-day tour and add on a 2.5-hour sightseeing tour of Townsville with lunch.

Get the inside story of the notorious Boggo Road Gaol from ex-inmates and ex-officers on this 1-hour tour of the prison. Hear firsthand accounts of daily life inside the walls of one of Australia’s infamous prisons, see original prison cells and prisoner graffiti, and learn about riots that rocked the heritage prison before it was closed in 1989. Have time to snap photos and ask questions during the tour, which provides a look at 100 years of incarceration practices in Brisbane and Queensland.

Experience the beauty of Australia’s 3rd largest city whilst traveling in absolute luxury in a Mercedes Benz vehicle. See native Australian animals at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Enjoy lunch at Mt Coot-tha (Brisbane’s highest point) before exploring Southbank Parklands where you may ride Wheel of Brisbane. Finish the day with visits to Kangaroo Point cliffs and Story Bridge. If time permits, also explore some of Brisbane's history museums and other city historical sites. There is also the option to add a luxury scenic 10 minute helicopter flight to view Brisbane from the air.