7 Walking Tours in Brisbane, From Cheapest Up

1.Ultimate Brisbane Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · from $53Our pick

Walk Brisbane’s CBD with guides such as Tom, Saskia, Nicole, or Justin, tracing the city from penal colony to Olympic host city. See arcades, murals, City Hall, Anzac Square, Aboriginal art, and the Brisbane River. The 3.5-kilometre route ends at Babylon Brisbane with a small beer, soft drink, or juice, plus a local sweet.

“Fantastic small group walking tour. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, very engaging with the group, walking at a good pace. We got a sweet snack and a final drink (e.g. beer) stop at the end. We learned alot about Brisbane in a short time. We were in port for the day from a cruise ship so the tour duration, start/end time, and starting point worked out great with where the cruise ship shuttles stop was in city center.”

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2.Brisbane City Essentials Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews

Meet Walk Brisbane outside the Visitor Information Centre for a private three-hour city walk of about 2.5 kilometers. Your guide may be Lee-Anne, Gabbi, Christine, Rose, or another local host. Expect City Hall, Brisbane Arcade, old laneways, the Botanic Gardens, St Stephen’s Cathedral, Kangaroo Point views, and Story Bridge.

“Fantastic morning...my guide was well informed, interesting and interested in the city. My guide had an intern with her who was also lovely.I was the only person on the your,but did not feel they cut corners at all...quite the contrary.Great way to orient to the city for a first timer.Highly recommend!”

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3.Best of Brisbane Walking Tour: local guide, snack, small group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · from $63

Spend three hours walking Brisbane with a local guide such as Matt, Steve, Guy, or Cheryl. See City Hall, ANZAC Square, heritage arcades, Parliament House, the Botanic Gardens, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral, with local stories, a Lamington snack, and a small gift. Expect 6 to 7 km, stairs, inclines, and a relaxed small-group pace.

“A great history tour with great stories. Be prepared to walk as you cover a lot of ground. The walk isn’t difficult but there are some stairs and inclines. Matt was a great guide.”

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4.Best of Brisbane Walking Tour | Small Group & snack

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 70 reviews · 3 hours · from $63

Walk central Brisbane with a local English-speaking guide, in a group of no more than eight. You’ll hear stories at Anzac Square, the Old Windmill, City Hall, Burnett Lane, the Botanic Gardens, Old Government House, Brisbane Arcade, and St Stephen’s Cathedral. A local sweet treat, practical food tips, and a small charity donation are included.

“Enjoyed the tour as we saw an array of new and historic buildings. The history was most interesting to get an idea how the city was developed. The group was small which was a plus as well. You could hear no problem. When groups get to big it's difficult to always hear the guides. This guide had treats of a common Australian treat. A nice surprise to add to our experience. I have nothing negative to add. Well worth ones time and expense.”

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5.Small-Group 3-Hour Walking Tour with a Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 48 reviews · 3 hours · from $53

Walk about 3.5 km through central Brisbane with a local guide such as Saskia, Tom, Justin or Nicole. Hear difficult and colorful chapters of the city’s past, learn about Turrbal and Jagera people, spot art and architecture, then finish with a craft beer, soft drink or juice beside the Brisbane River.

“Exploring Brisbane on the walking tour was an experience of pure joy and amazement! The city's vibrant charm unfolded with every step, from the stunning architectural marvels of heritage buildings like the Old Treasury. The stories of Brisbane's rich history, from its roots as a convict settlement to its evolution into a thriving cultural hub, were brought to life by our enthusiastic guide. Each turn revealed breathtaking sights—lush gardens, bustling laneways filled with street art, and the iconic Story Bridge standing proudly against the skyline. The tour was a perfect blend of history, culture, and beauty, leaving me in awe of Brisbane's unique character and dynamic spirit.”

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6.Brisbane City Walking Tour: local guide, small group, 100 mins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · from $39

Join Urban Tours for a 100-minute walk through central Brisbane with no more than eight people. Guides such as Matt, Steve, Cheryl, and Guy lead you from Post Office Square through ANZAC Square, Queen Street Mall, City Hall, and Brisbane Arcade, adding local stories, street art stops, and a Sky Deck panorama along the way.

“Steve was a knowledgeable and friendly guide. We learned a lot about the history of Brisbane and enjoyed the many locations we visited.”

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7.Brisbane City Walking Tour | Small group | 100 minutes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 1h 30m · from $38Best value

Meet an English-speaking Urban Tours guide at Post Office Square for a 90-minute walk through central Brisbane. Look for the city’s smallest door and oldest building, hear the story of the Lamington, visit the City Botanic Gardens, and get practical tips on coffee, dining and local transport. Groups are capped at eight.

“I had a very lovely tour with Cheryl and she was amazing!!! Cheryl was AMAZING, she told us lot’s of history as well as some good tips for Brisbane. It was such an interessting tour and I would recommend it to everyone visiting Brisbane!!”

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