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Darwin Walking Tour: World War II Reflections

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Darwin Walking Tour: World War II Reflections

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Highlights

Thursday. 19 February, 1942. World War II reaches mainland Australia and the northern city of Darwin is bombed. Join your knowledgeable local guide who will take you back to that WWII era on a 2-hour walk through the historic quarter of the city.

Itinerary

  • Darwin(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Through the central district of Darwin there are many hidden references to WWII. Discover them as you wander these easily walkable streets with your local guide.
  • The Vic Hotel

    5 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Part of Darwin's social history for over 100 years, this majestic building was an entertainment hub for both Australian and American service personnel during WWII.
  • Brown's Mart Theatre

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    A pre-WWII building at the heart of Darwin's community which became part of the Navy base HMAS Melville throughout the preparation and defence of Australia.
  • Administrator of the Northern Territory

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    These beautifully restored buildings encapsulate life from the early years of Darwin. Today, they are used as offices for The Administrator of the Northern Territory just as they were the Naval Command during WWII.
  • Parliament House

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    This grand building stands in memorial to the civilian Post Office staff who lost their lives at this site during the bombing of Darwin in 1942. Step inside to see where a bomb fell and discover the rebuilt Post Office wall displaying its shrapnel scars. NOTE: Guests pass through security screening to enter this building.
  • Darwin Cenotaph

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    The Cenotaph is an important memorial to Northern Territorians who served during War. It overlooks the harbour where many died during the first air raid on 19 February 1942. The site was home to the 14th Anti-Aircraft Battery which fired the first shots in defence of Australia on Australian soil.

What's included

INCLUDED

Local guide
Spoken commentary

NOT INCLUDED

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Bring camera, sunscreen, hat and drinking water
Good enclosed non-slip walking shoes are recommended
A minimum of 2 people per tour is required for the tour to operate

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Walk Darwin Pty Ltd

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