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Australia’s fourth city, Perth punches above its weight in nightlife terms. Discover the city’s vibrant night scene on a walking tour with a local guide in a group no larger than 10. Track down spectacular street art, gain an insider insight into the city, enjoy exclusive drinks discounts at three of Perth’s coolest independent venues, and maybe even make new friends.

Discover unique tours at the Art Gallery New South Wales, Sydney. NEW - AUSTRALIAN ART STORIES TOUR (daily, 75min) Expert-guided journey through Australia's stories and culture across both Art Gallery buildings including a focus on indigenous art, early access before gallery opens to the public, coffee at MOD Dining with your guide, 10% off the Gallery Shop, Cafe and Kiosk, and access to the members lounge. ***Meeting Point: Welcome Hub, Naala Badu (modern, glass building).

Discover a new side of Newcastle on this street-art and architecture-themed urban discovery walking tour of the city. One of the best ways to explore the city, this in-depth group walking adventure takes in all the highlights of Newcastle including the historic buildings and eclectic architecture in the harbor city, while learning about the history and development of the street art scene and how it has risen up from the underground.

Join us for a half day tour of the art centers and galleries in Mparntwe Alice Springs. If you’ve been thinking about buying Aboriginal art but don’t know where to start, let our guide help to reassure you and educate you about the art centers, history of Aboriginal art, and its relationship to country and culture. Alice Springs has the most art galleries per capita of anywhere in Australia, so where better to explore the Aboriginal art scene? Our town is vibrant with art, and we are passionate about opening up access to some of the off the beaten track art centers that visitors to the Red Centre might otherwise miss – benefiting both art centers and travelers. We will start our tour with a coffee and a briefing about Aboriginal art and culture We work closely with art centers, ensuring our visits take place at appropriate times. Art Tours of Australia and our tour guides never take a commission on art sales.

Spend a day on the Great Barrier Reef at two different snorkel and dive sites on this luxury catamaran cruise from Cairns. Travel in style aboard a fast, comfortable catamaran to the outer edge of Upolu Reef, "Wonder Wall," and the Upolu Cay reef area, where you can choose to snorkel or dive (additional cost) and observe the coral that's teeming with colorful fish. Refuel with a buffet lunch on board the catamaran, ensuring there's

Titanic: The Human Story is more than just a display of historic items — it’s a powerful, emotional journey through the real stories of the people on board the Titanic. Step back into 1912 and explore personal belongings, photographs, letters, and keepsakes that reveal the lives, hopes, and fates of passengers and crew. With your audio guide, you’ll hear moving testimonies from survivors while walking through life-sized recreations of the ship’s interiors — from the luxury of a first-class suite to the simplicity of a third-class cabin. This exhibition brings history to life, showing how the true story of the Titanic is even more incredible than the legend. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience. Get your tickets now for Titanic: The Human Story in Sydney!

Discover the educational innovations of the Alice Springs School of the Air on a guided tour that lasts about one hour. Learn how lessons are provided to students in remote locations across Central Australia, starting in 1951 with radio broadcasts, and now using internet technology. Watch a short film about the school’s history, and observe a live lesson as part of your visit.

Learn why Cairns is the second hipster capital in Australia on this walking tour that will show you the city’s street art and other details that make this a hipster paradise. Check out the tattoo parlors, graffiti art, foodie trends like plenty of vegan cafes, elite barbers, and more. Your guide will walk you through the streets and point out all the hip and cool things in the city.

Join us on a fascinating 3.5-hour walking tour as we uncover the stories behind Melbourne's oldest surviving buildings—structures that stood before the gold rush transformed the city forever. This isn't just an architecture tour; it's a journey through time. As we explore the city, we’ll visit eight historic buildings that have witnessed Melbourne's evolution. Learn about the people who lived, worshipped, shopped, and socialized within their walls. Discover how these buildings have changed and adapted to modern life while still preserving their connection to Melbourne’s early days. Between the stops, hear about early Melbourne—the struggles, triumphs, and quirks of a frontier town finding its feet. You'll pass through streets that once bustled with traders, settlers, and pioneers, revealing the hidden stories that shaped this vibrant city. Whether you're a history buff or just curious about Melbourne's past, this tour will give you a new perspective on the city you thought you knew.

The Mornington Peninsula is home to world-class wineries, amazing local produce, inspirational art, and stunning natural landscapes. This small-group tour is a great way to combine it all without having to worry about organizing your own transport or skipping the wine tasting. This isn’t a hand-holding tour either, with plenty of freedom to explore the Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park, one of the world’s best outdoor art displays, at your own pace.

Discover incredible murals and more on this self-guided street art tour of Melbourne. Taking you into nooks and crannies hard to find on your own, learn about the various artists and techniques used to create the famous street art lanes. With over 260 lanes to explore, enjoy solving numerous puzzle clues that lead you to the next destination.

Explore René Boissevain’s incredible crystal caves on Atherton’s Main Street. Wearing a headlamp and equipped with a guidebook, marvel at Boissevain’s impressive collection of glittering rocks and fossils from around the world. Wind your way through 3,000 square feet (300 square meters) of man-made tunnels and grottoes, capture memorable photographs and pick up a gift at the jewelry shop.

This tipsy tour guides you through some the history of Collingwood and Fitzroy. Live music has been integral part of Melbourne for the last 50 years learn how this unique culture came into being, some of the biggest bands which have played, and the culture that surrounds it. Perfect for solo travellers looking to meet people, get tips and find some hot spots.

Marvel over the lush landscapes of the Kuranda rainforest from above on an exciting full-day tour from Port Douglas, including hotel pick-up. After exploring the handicraft markets and art galleries of Kuranda village, choose from a range of activities including a thrilling ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Scenic Train. If that’s still not enough fun for one day, tag on a visit to Hartley's Crocodile Park, Tjapukai Aboriginal cultural park or the Wildlife Habitat Kuranda. This small-group tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring a personalised experience.

Discover the past and modern-day highlights of Hobart on a 3-hour tour that combines a city history tour with a look around Salamanca and Battery Point.

Save time researching where to find Melbourne’s best street art by going on a personalized private tour. A guide will explain the difference between tags, paste-ups, murals, and stencils on this fun and informative tour. Visit hidden alleyways and secret places that you wouldn’t find alone. You’ll discover incredible street art, foodie haunts, bars, and more on this action-packed street art tour.

Learn more about Cairns' unique culture and history at the interesting Cairns Museum. This ticket saves you time, so you can straight into the museum and check out its interactive exhibits. There are family friendly displays that all members of the family can enjoy, plus refreshing air conditioning when the heat of tropical North Queensland gets too much.

Sunday is market day in Port Douglas, and the lively seafront markets draw shoppers from all along the coast. With this tour, enjoy round-trip transport from Cairns, stopping along the way to take in the views from Flagstaff Hill and Rex Lookout, and browse Rusty’s Market in Cairns. At Port Douglas, enjoy plenty of time to shop for hand-made crafts, artisan goods, and unique souvenirs, then perhaps visit the Palm Cove Markets or Holloways Beach Markets on the way back.

Discover the secrets and stories of 19th-century Queensland with a visit to the Historic Village Herberton. Just over 90-minutes inland from Cairns, this huge outdoor pioneer museum gives visitors a chance to peek back to a long-ago era. Walk through the streets and you’ll discover the original buildings from the town, including the school, jail, bank, grocery, bottle shop, apothecary, and mechanic—complete with antique cars. You can also enjoy the natural surroundings and go wildlife-spotting on purpose-built trails.

The Archibald Prize has been held exclusively at the Art Gallery of New South Wales for over a century. There is no other place to experience the annual portrait prize in Sydney.

Now open on the Gold Coast is the most amazing private collection of Australian muscle cars from the 50's, 60's & 70’s. On display are Chargers, Ford hardtops , XY-GT’s, SLR5000 Torana's and nearly every Monaro model made from 1968 to 1976. Are you are a die-hard MAD MAX fan ? Then you just got to see the Interceptor we have on display. Its just like in the original movie. If you like muscle bikes of the era the 750-4 and the Kwaka 900 we have on display will blow you away. Lots of fun for the kids too! Play to your heart’s content on the free pinball machines, and race you friends on the scalextric track. Other items to see include model cars, a working tune up machine from the 70's assorted tools that were used on these muscle cars , mag wheels display and much, more. There's is even a model of thunderbird 2 from the children's show thunderbirds. Situated at 76 Bundall rd. Bundall, the Muscle Car Museum is just a few minutes’ drive from Surfers Paradise. Plenty of parking .

Explore the streets of Sullivan's Cove and Battery Point's street art scene and history by joining our Art & History walking tour. Find out how local and international artists shaping Hobart's urban identity by creating unique public art for us to appreciate. Learn about Hobart's colonial past, convict men and women, explorers, governors und whalers.

Take a tour through Waringarri Arts, the first wholly Aboriginal-owned art centre in Western Australia. Experience a traditional Mantha welcome and immerse yourself in the rich stories of Indigenous art, culture and history. Explore the artist studios, meet artists at work, and gain insight into their creative process. Visit the cultural garden and enjoy a taste of delicious homemade damper and seasonal bush foods. - Discover the rich stories behind Indigenous art at Waringarri Arts and learn about the history of the art centre. - Meet local artists and observe their creative processes firsthand - Enjoy a traditional Mantha welcome - Taste delicious homemade damper and seasonal bush foods

Discover Cairns' vibrant nightlife on the Ultimate Party Bus Pub Crawl, recognized as the best pub and club tour in the city. This exciting double-decker experience takes place every Friday and Saturday night, allowing you to explore the hottest pubs and clubs all in one memorable night. With over 24 years of expertise, this tour is the perfect choice for special celebrations such as hens, bucks, or birthdays, ensuring an unforgettable night out with friends. Join the party and see why this pub crawl is a longstanding favorite among locals and visitors alike! - Experience Cairns' nightlife on the longest-running pub crawl - Enjoy the unique double-decker party bus every weekend - Perfect for special occasions like hens, bucks, or birthdays - Over 24 years of expertise in providing the ultimate party atmosphere - 5 Bars 5 Included drinks - Discount vouchers for venues all over Cairns