Convict and Crime Walking Tour of Brisbane

Explore a darker side of Brisbane on this walking tour that reveals its crime-ridden past. An entertaining guide takes you to see convict-built buildings on William and Queen streets, and the original red-light district that is now home to the popular City Botanic Gardens. Find out why United States and Australian military personnel rioted in the 1942 Battle of Brisbane, and learn about recent corruption that led to the Fitzgerald Inquiry, among other surprising facts on this leisurely 1.5-mile (3-km) walk. Wind down with a complimentary craft beer or cider at a popular downtown bar at the end of the 3-hour tour.