Best Brisbane Cultural Tours in 2025

Brisbane , Queensland

From $ 22.48

Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Don’t be fooled by the bright lights and bustling city streets. This city has a past…a dark past… Enjoy a leisurely guided walking tour retracing the steps of the city's most infamous men. Transport yourself back in time to a seemingly lawless world of brawlers, fraudsters, and love triangles gone wrong. Uncover the dark secrets that lurk behind every historic building and alleyway. Wander the city streets with your tour guide and experience firsthand the rich history that once reigned supreme around every corner. Book your ticket now for a unique investigation into the criminal underbelly that once plagued this fine city. The glamour of current day Brisbane tried to hide its brutal and bloody past, but there is only so much the bright lights of Bris-Vegas can mask. Forget what you think you know about Brisbane and join us for a jaw-dropping trip down a memory lane you never knew existed. ...stories the city tried to forget...

Brisbane , Queensland

From $ 36.36

Discover the haunted history of Toowong Cemetery including The Statue That Moves, Grave on the Hill, Ghosts of Paddington Cemetery, Mayne Murder, and The Black Prince... Visit the necropolis of Toowong Cemetery – Brisbane’s City of the Dead. More than 120,000 souls lay at rest here, in thousands of graves, tombs and crypts – some famous, some infamous. Hear real ghost stories of a statue that comes to life, a deceased governor, black widow. murderers, a buried boxer on this 2 hour guided historic ghost tour of historic Toowong Cemetery. Brisbane’s original historic ghost tours (est.1998) operated by haunted-historian Jack Sim, author of Ghost Trails Series GHOSTS OF TOOWONG CEMETERY.

Brisbane , Queensland

From $ 49.58

Discover the story of Brisbane on this expert-led small-group walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions. Perfect for those who have just arrived, as well as locals and those who want to go deeper in learning about Brisbane’s history, culture, society & First Nations people. Starting from the top of Queen Street, you’ll hear about Brisbane’s colonisation by the British – and how their arrival impacted the original inhabitants. Your guide will provide you with a range of perspectives on Brisbane’s development as you weave your way through the city. From tough penal colony origins to its more recent transformations as the city prepares to host the 2032 Olympics, you’ll discover the real Brisbane. Your tour ends with beautiful views of the Brisbane River and Story Bridge, finishing at a popular drinking spot with a small beverage included. Walk the streets in a small group so you’re not fighting to see & hear your guide or stay on the footpath.

Brisbane , Queensland

From $ 23.14

JACK SIM presents BRISBANE CRIME TOURS - Brisbane's original and longest running Crime Tours. Celebrating 25 years - as seen on TikTok & YouTube - Crime Tours Australia Discover the dark heart of the capital of the Sunshine State on this guided crime tour of Brisbane's CBD. Visit true crime scenes including the Arcade Murder, the site of the last public execution, the Regent Theatre shootout and more… Brisbane’s original true crime tours are researched and operated by crime-writer Jack Sim, publisher of the Murder Trails Series Podcast and the books BLOODY BRISBANE Volumes 1 & 2.

Brisbane , Queensland

From $ 58.83

Experience the best of Brisbane while giving back to the local community. A portion of every ticket supports local causes through donations and our litter reduction initiative. Join a small-group walking tour with no more than 8 guests for an intimate, meaningful experience. Led by a passionate local guide, you’ll explore iconic landmarks and hidden gems, from the lively Queen Street Mall to the historic City Hall—and even Brisbane’s tiniest door. Along the way, enjoy captivating stories about the city’s history, culture, and architecture. Feel the warmth of the locals and the welcoming vibe that makes Brisbane unique. With expert guidance and a personal touch, this tour offers a fresh, authentic view of the city. Visit our Urban Tours Brisbane website to learn more or call for same-day bookings.

Brisbane , Queensland

From $ 36.36

Gravediggers say this is the creepiest cemetery in Brisbane… Be led by lantern on this 2 hour guided ghost tour through the graveyard to the “Devil’s Plot”; hear the stories of the ghosts of Boggo Road Jail and the mysterious Woman in Black – maybe she appear on the tour?; gravediggers tales and sextons stories. Tour includes book The Ghosts of SOUTH BRISBANE CEMETERY by Jack Sim. Brisbane’s original historic ghost tours (est.1998) operated by haunted-historian Jack Sim, author of the Ghost Trails Series HAUNTED BRISBANE Volume 1.

Brisbane , Queensland

From $ 22.48

Take a Walk down Vice City... Beautiful one day - deadly the next - and corrupt the day after that. Enjoy a leisurely guided walking tour retracing the steps of a criminal but alluring past. Visit the Headquarters of the Underworld Kingpins of the 1980s. Learn the location of the casinos that didn't exist. Drop into the Whisky Au Go Go Nightclub Firebombing of 1973 Re-enact sting operations from years gone by. Uncover the complete history of the Fitzgerald Inquiry's Corruption Commission Book your ticket for a unique investigation into the corruption that scourged this fine city. Travel to the Fortitude Valley, a rough and tumble place where the lights of Bris-Vegas shone the brightest during its most corrupt era. Forget the fake news stories about Brisbane, and join us for a memorable trip down the glamourous, glitzy and corruption-laden past. ...vices the city tried to forget...

Brisbane , Queensland

From $ 64.12

Embark on a deliciously different adventure with our Donuts & Discovery Walking Tour—a 2.5 hr journey through Brisbane’s colourful history, vibrant street art, and, of course, mouth-watering donuts. Starting in King George Square, your guide will introduce you to the stories and characters that helped shape Brisbane from a penal colony to the Queensland capital. You'll visit the historic Windmill Tower, the city’s oldest structure, and explore the CBD’s hidden laneways and public art, uncovering murals, sculptures, and quirky design that reveal Brisbane’s creative side. Midway, we’ll pause for a treat at one of Brisbane’s top local donut shops, where you’ll enjoy a fresh, handcrafted donut and locally brewed coffee or tea. Fuelled by sugar and stories, the tour continues through heritage streets and modern city spaces, connecting Brisbane’s past and present. It’s the perfect mix of culture, history, and indulgence—ideal for visitors, locals, and anyone hungry for more than just sweets.

Brisbane , Queensland

From $ 33.05

Discover Brisbane like never before with The Brisbane Experience. This casual city walk combines history, humor, and hidden gems. Stroll through iconic spots like Redacliff Square and Queen Street while also exploring lesser-known treasures. Enjoy a drink and chat with your guide and fellow adventurers along the beautiful Riverwalk—one drink is on the house. Limited group sizes ensure a friendly atmosphere for everyone. Led by acclaimed author and historian Jan-Andrew Henderson, you’ll gain insider knowledge and stories that make the city come alive. - Fun and informal walking tour through Brisbane's best spots - Visit both iconic and lesser-known locations across the city - Enjoy a free drink while chatting with your guide and new friends - Tour researched, designed and conducted by a multi-award-winning historian and author with 30 years of guiding experience. - Limited group sizes for a more personal atmosphere.