Adelaide: Social Justice History Walking Tour
Overview
South Australia didn't just follow the world - it often led it. On this tour, we examine the historic sites and public institutions tied to monumental social changes including:
Democracy & Voting Rights: Discover where the Secret Ballot was implemented and how South Australia became a global leader by granting Women's franchise (the right to vote and stand for parliament).
Pioneering Women & Public Figures: Stand before civic monuments to learn about the British Empire's first female police officers, South Australia's first female Governor, and fierce suffragists like Mary Lee.
Human Rights & Equality: Uncover the legislative battles behind early Aboriginal rights, the South Australian Indigenous Voice to Parliament, and trailblazing homosexual and sexual discrimination reforms.
Civic, Educational & Religious Freedom: Explore the old Police Barracks and educational precincts to learn how absolute religious freedom and mandatory literacy shaped a fairer society.
What's Included
- Snacks Complimentary Bag of South Australian made Sweets
- Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide
- Information on what to see and do in Adelaide
- Services of an experienced local guide
- Meals
- Private transportation
Meeting Location
North Terrace
Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
237 North Terrace
Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
The tour finishes opposite the Scots Uniting Church on North Terrace, Adelaide
What To Expect
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Parliament House Of South Australia
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Government House
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Dame Roma Mitchell
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mary Lee
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Centre of Democracy
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
State Library of South Australia
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
South Australian Museum
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The University of Adelaide
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Scots Church Adelaide
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- Snacks. Complimentary Bag of South Australian made Sweets.
- Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide.
- Information on what to see and do in Adelaide.
- Services of an experienced local guide.
- Meals.
- Private transportation.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Adelaide: Social Justice History 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Adelaide: Social Justice History 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 2024Once 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 2026What's Included
- SnacksComplimentary Bag of South Australian made Sweets
- Information on transport options during visit to Adelaide
- Information on what to see and do in Adelaide
- Services of an experienced local guide
- Meals
- Private transportation
Additional Info
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
