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Adelaide: Victoria Square Guided Walking Tour

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Overview

Step right into the historic and culture heart of South Australia on our Adelaide: Victoria Square Guided Walking Tour. Carefully crafted for passionate history enthusiasts, this 2 hour journey explores the grand civic architecture, legal landmarks, and fascinating political and social history surrounding Victoria Square (Tarntanyangga).

Led by an expert locally born and bred Adelaide guide, you will discover how this central square evolved from a simple dusty clearing into the proud focal point of our colonial democracy.

Our leisurely stroll takes you past the spectacular stone facades of the city's most powerful historic institutions:

The Historic Legal Precinct: Admire the grand architecture of the Supreme Court and the Magistrates Court, and uncover dramatic stories of early colonial justice, famous trials and legal trailblazers.

The Majestic Treasury Buildings: Explore the exterior and parts of the interior of one of Adelaide's oldest surviving public buildings.

What's Included

  • Snacks Complimentary bag of South Australian made sweets
  • Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide
  • Information on what do see and do in Adelaide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
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Meeting point

128 King William Street
Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

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Victoria Square
Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

We finish the tour in front of the statue of Queen Victoria, in Victoria Square, Adelaide, SA, Australia

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St Francis Xavier Cathedral

• Sir Francis Xavier Cathedral - mention its significance, history, architecture, relevance today (10 min) • Mother Mary Mackillop Statue - Story of Mackillop - her sainthood, order of nuns, charity work (5 min)
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Town Hall

• Adelaide Town Hall - Introduction including brief history of Adelaide and its development, route of tour, duration and other housekeeping. Talk about early local government in South Australia and ground-breaking activities occurring in Adelaide Town Hall. Discuss previous use of buildings and current use. (10 min)
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Victoria Square/ Tarntanyangga

• Victoria Square - talk about history of square, indigenous connections, development of square (10 min) • Queen Victoria Statue - discuss significance of statue (3 min) • Charles Cameron Kingston Statue - overview of Kingston's career, personality, contribution, legacy ( 10 min)
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23 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury

• Adina Apartments/Previously Treasury Building - Discuss history of building, tunnels, courtyard, famous people who have visited, role of Cabinet prior to 1968 (10 min)
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

John McDouall Stuart Statue

• John McDouall Stuart Statue - story of Stuart, role he played in exploration, his legacy ( 7 min)
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7 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sir Samuel Way Building

• Sir Samuel Way Court Building - history including its previous life as a department store and legacy of marble staircase, usage (10 min) • Three Rivers Fountain - story regarding erection of fountain, history, significance (4 min) • Transport - history of trams, trains in area(5 min)
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19 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Adelaide Central Market

Visit the biggest undercover food related market in the southern hemisphere and learn about its history and development including its diverse range of food and beverages.
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17 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Victoria Square

Discuss South Australia's early justice system as we pass by the Supreme Court, Magistrate's Court and Commonwealth court buildings.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Adelaide: Victoria Square Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (ACDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Adelaide: Victoria Square Guided Walking Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (ACDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Snacks. Complimentary bag of South Australian made sweets.
  • Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide.
  • Information on what do see and do in Adelaide.
  • Services of an experienced local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Transportation to/from attractions.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Adelaide: Victoria Square Guided Walking Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Adelaide: Victoria Square Guided Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • SnacksComplimentary bag of South Australian made sweets
  • Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide
  • Information on what do see and do in Adelaide
  • Services of an experienced local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A maximum of 15 people per booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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