From A$59 per person
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5.0 / 5 from 125 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 5.0 / 5 · 125 reviews
About this tour
Discover the captivating history of Adelaide on our popular North Terrace Cultural Guided Walking Tour. Specially designed for passionate history buffs and people looking for an easy-paced, accessible walking experience, this two hour journey brings South Australia's past to life.
We focus on the vibrant, real stories of the pioneers, leaders and working class characters who built our colony and eventual State. Led by a locally born and bred Adelaide tour guide, you will discover the hidden secrets behind the magnificent facades lining our famous cultural boulevard.
Our gentle amble down North Terrace stops outside of Adelaide's most iconic cultural institutions including:
The beautiful Mortlock Library - Step inside to admire this spectacular 1884 architecture treasure, widely ranked among the world's most beautiful libraries.
Former Old Police Barracks - Uncover the moving lesser known social history of South Australia's police force and accompanying justice systems.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: We meet on the steps of Parliament House, near the corner of North Terrace and King William Road in the CBD of Adelaide. The nearest accessible public toilet to the meeting point is about 180 m away in a straight line, from the National Public Toilet Map.
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Itinerary
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- 1
We visit this historic site which was a former Destitute Asylum and discuss some of the stories surrounding its use(15 min)
- 2
We marvel at this historic building and discuss its role in women gaining the vote in South Australia(10 min)
- 3
We talk about the role of the State Library and enter its buildings to explore one of the top 20 beautiful libraries in the world dating from 1884.(15 min)
- 4
We marvel at this amazing monument and explain its symbolic reliefs as well as enter the memorial to view the honour list of those South Australian soldiers who died during the Great War.(10 min)
- 5
We admire the striking architecture of the some of the University buildings, and wander through the grounds, being one of the oldest universities in Australia(5 min)
- 6
View the house and grounds from the outside gate and discuss the role of governors and admire the oldest continuously used Government House in Australia(5 min)
- 7
Discuss the importance of the arts in South Australia and the importance of benefactors or philanthropists who donated a lot of money to start this institution.(5 min)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 15 people per booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Included
- Services of a Local guide
- Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide
- Information on what to see and do in Adelaide
- Complimentary bag of South Australian made sweets
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Nearest accessible public toilet to We meet on the steps of Parliament House, near the corner of North Terrace and King William Road in the CBD of Adelaide.
The nearest accessible public toilet to We meet on the steps of Parliament House, near the corner of North Terrace and King William Road in the CBD of Adelaide. is Adelaide Station, about 180 m away.
Adelaide Station · about 180 m away in a straight line
North Terrace, Adelaide, SA (train station)
Open: 7am-8pm
Source: the National Public Toilet Map, data as at 1 September 2026. Distances are straight-line, not the walking route, and facilities can change — check before you rely on one. Facility record
Location & contact
- Area
- Adelaide, South Australia
- Meeting point
- We meet on the steps of Parliament House, near the corner of North Terrace and King William Road in the CBD of Adelaide
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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