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- walt101Doha, Qatar163 contributionsThe tour was fun. I didn't find it scary, though some of the stories were both interesting and gruesome. Our guide was good, with lots of interesting tales of life inside, escapes, executions, ghostly visits by ex-prisoners, and the appearance of a ghostly cat called Tripod (he had three legs).
I'd also recommend them for their great customer service. Having booked a few weeks in advance, one of our party (my 11-year-old niece) became a COVID close contact and had to isolate for the week, just before the tour. The organisers were so helpful in re-arranging another date.
So, excellent customer service, great tales of a darker side of Brisbane's history, and a fun way to spend an evening with friends or family.Written 6 April 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Alli768Brisbane, Australia299 contributionsIt's been there a long time. Fastidiously maintained. If you want to see the best effort in Christmas decorations hot foot it to this two level arcade. But some hand made chocolates have a coffee in one of the two cafes. Upstairs has many antique jewellers, watchmakers and the Room with Roses restaurant. Upstairs you can get the best view of the Christmas decorations .
There is a fascinating history of the Patrick Mayne family whose land investments in the late 1800s funded this arcade as well as the land for the Uni of Queensland and the Herston Medical School. If you go to the lift the history of the arcade in on the wall. A Brisbane Ghost tour has a fascinating story also of the arcade and any other time you might run into a ghost or two upstairs of a previous milliner and maybe Mrs Mary Mayne herself from the 1860s occupation of this area of Queen Street.
Brisbane is lucky to still have this rare arcade. A fascinating selection of stores and heritage architecture. May it last forever.Written 6 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Alice RHobart, Australia8,925 contributionsDidn't come here to see the house but lovely outside and surrounds within the park. Free parking available when visiting. Pleasantly surprised by the themed children's park.Written 3 December 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Teresse B13 contributionsThis place is Brisbames best kept secret. You do need a car to get there but the grounds, museums, tours and self tours are all excellent and extensive. There is room for the kids to run around and plenty for the adults to appreciate with memorabilia from 1850 to 1930 odd. The volunteers are just lovely amd its just a great atmosphere.Written 9 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dan LBunbury, Australia8,821 contributionsHistoric Building dating to 1886, an architectural delight in the Victorian Free Classical style with an impressive colonnade, pedimental gables and green patina copper sheathed dome above. It was included in the Queensland Heritage Register in. February 2005. Like many heritage buildings, it has now been transformed into more modern uses with restaurants and function rooms and we had to make do with exterior views.Written 7 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Samantha FBallarat, Australia1,240 contributionsAt the museum reception on the top floor, you can book yourself in for a clock tour. This tour is free. The tour lasts for 15 minutes. There is about 30 steps you take to get to the elevator which takes you to the top. I think they take about 10 people each group, as at the clock tower it is quite a narrow and small area,
Staff incredibly friendly. The main tour is operated in english, but on certain days - they provide the tour in different languages.Written 26 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Pete DWestern Australia, Australia185 contributionsThis historic house is a short 30min bus ride from Brisbane CBD and is a great example of a character Queenslander house that has been owned and maintained by a volunteer women’s group for many years. The house and it’s furniture represent a treasure trove of interesting antiques and historic objects. The volunteer staff are very helpful and knowledgeable. Expect to spend an hour or so here. Perhaps longer if you partake in the cream teas.Written 5 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ItchyFeetCamarillo, CA11,704 contributionsBrisbane history at the Victoria Bridge. Right at the base of the bridge by South Banks Park. History story in other reviews so I won’t repeat. Nice to see at night with lightning.Written 29 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AndyJohn74Sydney, Australia5,523 contributionsThe GPO is situated near Anzac Square. The would be a fair amount of history in this building. There are a couple of memorial plaques at the front to those who lost their lives during the two world wars. Worth a look.Written 12 May 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Alice RHobart, Australia8,925 contributionsRoadworks were a bit of a nuisance but was directed to the best way to catch our long distance train. We walked from Brisbane CBD which took a bit longer than expected. Vending machines and small eatery to buy food, some seating available, but we didn't have long to wait until we departed. Clean area, informative staff.Written 10 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ruthie Roo27 contributionsFabulous day out with Cat if Nine Tails, they organised everything and were incredibly entertaining. Everyone was catered from. Moderate walking involved but transport provided for those who couldn’t manage. Incredibly interesting delve into our incarceration history.Written 16 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lynn TaySingapore, Singapore2,722 contributionsThis is small old building Church House located next to the Huge St John Gothic Cathedral Church just a walk away an interesting architecture.Written 10 April 2013This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
