Uncover Gold Rush History on a 75-Minute Guided Tour of Charters Towers
Take a journey back in time through the gilded town of Charters Towers, where the allure of gold sparked a historic rush over 150 years ago. Embark on a 75-minute guided tour and unearth the tales of colourful characters, explore grand landmarks like the Royal Hotel and Stock Exchange Arcade, and unravel the opulent history that once made Charters Towers the second-largest city in Queensland. Discover the charm of this bygone era, where wide streets, gaslights and the town’s nickname, “The World,” still echo through the ages.
Inclusions
- Valid for one child (5–17), one adult (18+) or one family (two adults + two children)
- 75-minute Charters Towers History Tour
- Hear fascinating gold rush stories, learn local history and explore iconic buildings
- Passionate local guide
- Available: Tuesday & Thursday: Departs 10am
- Bookings available from 14 May 2024
- Bookings valid to 31 December 2025
Pricing & availability
74 Mosman Street, Charters Towers City, QLD
Things to know
- Visit https://buff.ly/3Iru9DW and follow the below instructions to redeem:
- Select desired date and time
- Select amount of people
- Input voucher code in the first Promo Code field, directly under the ticket type, to zero out transaction
- Enter personal details and confirm booking
- Book in advance to secure desired date and time
- Present printed or smartphone voucher upon arrival
- Closed-toe shoes
- Water bottle
Tuesday & Thursday
Availability:
- Available: Tuesday & Thursday: Departs 10am
- Not valid: Wednesday & Friday – Monday and blackout dates including 25 October 2024 – 5 November 2024
- Bookings available from 14 May 2024
- Bookings valid to 31 December 2025
- Meeting Point: Outside Charters Towers Visitor Information Centre – 74 Mosman St, Charters Towers, QLD 4820
- Please arrive at least 5 minutes prior to scheduled departure time. Late arrivals and no shows voids voucher
Important:
- Please allow up to 1.5 hours for this experience
- Minimum age applies to some tours, as listed. Historic Australia reserves the right to refuse entry to any child or person who is deemed to be at risk from the material presented. All children 15 and under must be accompanied and supervised by an adult
- By undertaking one of our tours, all clients agree to abide by the following rules. Any person not abiding by the rules will not be permitted on the tour. No refund or transfer will be granted
- This tour includes some stairs and uneven surfaces. Please contact Historic Australia directly via bookings@historicaustralia.com.au to discuss accessibility options
- Photos are permitted onsite, however strictly no filming is allowed at any time during the tour
- Guests must be wearing flat-soled enclosed shoes. Thongs, sandals and high heels will not be permitted on tour
- The weather really adds to the atmosphere of a tour. If there is rain, please bring an umbrella and or raincoat, and enjoy the tour. Tours will only be cancelled if conditions become dangerous – Historic Australia will notify you in these circumstances close to the tour time
- There are no toilet facilities available onsite. Please use facilities elsewhere before joining the tour
- The consumption of alcohol and use of illegal substances are not permitted BEFORE or DURING a tour, any client believed to be intoxicated, inebriated or otherwise under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol will not be admitted at time of check-in
- Historic Australia strongly recommends that clients with the following medical conditions do not undertake a tour:
- Advanced pregnancy
- Strained / injured muscles
- Recent surgery
- High blood pressure
- Severe asthma
- Previous heart attacks
- Weak bladders/bowels
- Difficulties with standing for long periods of time or walking distances
- Difficulties ascending and descending hills and stairs
Terms & Conditions:
- Child rate applies for children aged 5–17. Children aged 4 and under are considered to be infants and are free of charge
- Historic Australia reserves the right to cancel a tour without notice. Historic Australia will contact customers promptly via phone and email to let them know the tour is cancelled and to make rescheduling or refunding arrangements. Tours cancelled by Historic Australia will be rescheduled & customers will be transferred to another agreed upon tour of the same value as soon as possible. A full refund will be provided to those who are unable to rebook
- Smoking/vaping is not permitted at any time during our tours. If anyone forgets this, and starts smoking, they will be asked to immediately cease. If they do not, they will be asked to leave the tour
- Mobile and tablet devices are only to be used on tour whilst taking photographs or in an emergency. If you use your phone/ tablet for any other purpose during any of our tours, you will be asked to stop. Refusal to do so may result in you being asked to leave the tour
- Please always: Respect the role/authority of the tour guides. Respect other clients’ experience. Respect the historic sites visited
- Tour itineraries, routes and stops may change or be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions, road hazards or mechanical issues
Cancellation:
- Please select your dates carefully, tours are non-refundable within 12 business days of booking
Changes to Booking:
- Changes can only be made within 12 business days of booking
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Historic Australia
Founded in 1998 by local historian Jack Sim, Historic Australia offers ghost tours, crime tours, jail tours and educational experiences that showcase Australia’s rich history. With small group sizes, expert knowledge and spooky stories, Historic Australia delivers a thrilling combination of history and entertainment.