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Brisbane Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Unlock the best of Brisbane with this self-guided smartphone quest. Riddles, puzzles, and local stories guide you through the city's most interesting corners, turning an ordinary walk into an adventure.

Each challenge leads to the next location, keeping you entertained while you discover places and stories you'd never find on your own.

Play anytime — this 1–2 hour private quest runs 24/7. Stop for food, photos, or detours whenever you like. Available in 5+ languages.

What's Included

  • Mobile access code to the Questo app
  • 11 location-based puzzle challenges
  • Flexible schedule: play anytime, pause and resume at will
  • Live tour guide
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Spring Hill QLD 4000
Australia

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

152 Alice Street
Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

What To Expect

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The Old Windmill

Towering above Brisbane’s cityscape, The Old Windmill is the oldest surviving building in Queensland—and once a grim convict-built tower used for grinding grain and public punishment. As you follow the quest’s clues through winding streets, this haunting landmark emerges from the past. At the site, you’ll solve a riddle tied to its shadowy history, unlock a hidden tale of hardship and resilience, and earn your next lead. It’s a moment of eerie discovery woven into your larger journey through colonial intrigue.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Clock Tower Tour Brisbane City Hall (pass by)

With its grand clock tower and neoclassical design, Brisbane City Hall is a striking symbol of civic pride and historic power. Once the heart of city governance—and a stage for political drama—it holds more stories than its marble halls reveal. As part of your quest, you’ll follow clues that lead you to this iconic building. There, you’ll crack a puzzle tied to its secret past, uncover a tale of corruption and justice, and unlock your next destination on the trail of truth.
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Brisbane Square (pass by)

A modern hub with striking architecture, Brisbane Square sits where past meets present—layered over the remnants of the city’s colonial roots. Beneath its sleek surface and vibrant public spaces lies a forgotten chapter of Brisbane’s early struggles for power and control. Guided by the quest’s clues, you’ll uncover this bustling square and face a clever puzzle inspired by its hidden history. Solve it to reveal a secret tied to the land beneath your feet, then continue your journey through the city’s untold stories.
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Queens Gardens (pass by)

Once the site of a convict barracks, Queens Gardens is now a peaceful green space surrounded by grand heritage buildings—yet its roots run deep into Brisbane’s colonial past. Statues and symbols scattered throughout whisper stories of power, punishment, and progress. As part of your quest, you’ll be led here by cryptic clues. At the gardens, you’ll solve a puzzle linked to its layered history, uncover a hidden tale of rebellion and reform, and unlock your next step in the unfolding mystery.
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Commissariat Store (pass by)

Built by convicts in 1829, the Commissariat Store is one of Brisbane’s oldest surviving buildings—a rugged sandstone relic that once housed vital supplies for the penal colony. Its thick walls have witnessed hardship, hunger, and rebellion. Guided by the quest’s clues, you’ll uncover this hidden gem tucked along the riverbank. Once there, a clever riddle awaits, tied to the store’s gritty past. Crack the code to reveal a secret about survival and control in colonial times, then continue your journey deeper into Brisbane’s shadowy beginnings.
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Queensland Parliament (pass by)

With its elegant sandstone façade and sweeping staircase, Queensland Parliament stands as a symbol of power, debate, and decision-making since the 1860s. But behind its grand design lies a history of political scandal, bold reforms, and fierce rivalries. As part of your quest, you’ll be drawn here by a trail of clues. At this landmark, you’ll tackle a puzzle that uncovers a hidden story of influence and intrigue. Solve it to peel back the layers of colonial politics—and set off toward your next mysterious destination.
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Brisbane City Botanic Gardens (pass by)

Lush, serene, and steeped in history, the City Botanic Gardens began as a colonial farm before becoming Brisbane’s first public gardens. Winding paths now weave through ancient trees once tended by convicts, hiding stories of survival, science, and change. Guided by the quest’s clues, you’ll arrive in this peaceful oasis where nature and history entwine. There, a puzzle rooted in the garden’s past awaits. Solve it to uncover a forgotten chapter of botanical ambition, then follow the next clue deeper into Brisbane’s living legacy.
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Palm Circle (pass by)

Tucked within the City Botanic Gardens, Palm Circle is a striking formation of towering palms that whispers of colonial ambition and botanical experimentation. Once part of a governor’s vision to impress and inspire, this elegant ring of trees holds secrets beneath its symmetry. As you follow the quest’s clues, you’ll uncover this quiet, curious spot. Here, you’ll face a puzzle linked to its origin and purpose—solve it to reveal a hidden tale of prestige and planning, then step forward into the next chapter of your adventure.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Brisbane Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game?

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 (AEST). 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 Brisbane Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game?
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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 (AEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Mobile access code to the Questo app.
  • 11 location-based puzzle challenges.
  • Flexible schedule: play anytime, pause and resume at will.
  • Immersive historical storyline content.
  • Built-in GPS map for easy navigation.
The following is NOT included:
  • Live tour guide.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 8..

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?
A:

Accessibility information for the Brisbane Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game is as follows:

  • 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 Brisbane Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game 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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  • Mobile access code to the Questo app
  • 11 location-based puzzle challenges
  • Flexible schedule: play anytime, pause and resume at will
  • Immersive historical storyline content
  • Built-in GPS map for easy navigation
  • Live tour guide

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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

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