Convict Colonial Brisbane Smartphone App Walking Tour
Discover the hidden stories of Brisbane's dark past on this immersive tour. Walk in the footsteps of early convicts, explore historic sites, and learn about the harsh realities of life under penal settlement rule. Uncover the legacy of convict labor etched into the city's fabric. A journey through Brisbane's convict history like never before! Solve puzzles, explore the city, and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.
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Convict Colonial Brisbane Smartphone App Walking Tour
What's included in Convict Colonial Brisbane Smartphone App Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Old Windmill
Visit Observatory Park in Brisbane to explore the haunting history of the Old Windmill, Queensland's oldest surviving building. Originally a harsh punishment site for convicts who manually powered the mill, it later served as a signal station and observatory. Step back in time and discover the transformation of Brisbane from a penal colony to a modern capital at this historic location.
Post Office Square
Discover the haunting history of Brisbane's Female Factory, a former prison for female convicts forced into labor and exploitation. Uncover tales of hardship and resilience as you explore the site's transformation into the city's iconic General Post Office.
Brisbane City Markets
St Stephen’s Chapel, previously Old St Stephen’s Church, is a pivotal site in Brisbane's colonial past. Designed by renowned architect Augustus Pugin, it is Queensland's oldest Catholic church. Transformed over the years, the chapel now stands as a sanctuary for worship, spiritual events, and music performances, showcasing Brisbane's enduring heritage and colonial history.
Inclusions
- Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later
- Next-gen mobile app guides you through each step of your adventure
- Explore the surroundings with a truly unique, immersive, GPS-enabled experience
- Interactive self-guided tour lets you move at your own pace
- A physical tour guide (not included)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Requires installing a mobile app (instructions in confirmation email)
- Not recommended for visually impaired people
- Not recommended for people with impaired mobility
- Not recommended for seniors over 80
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Use Google Maps or other map services to arrive at this location. When you arrive, please follow the instructions inside the indicated mobile app closely.
End Points
- Reach this checkpoint to complete the tour.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Note: The self-guided activity happens in the Leplace World app by following the instructions provided in our confirmation message. Please check for the confirmation message received SEPARATELY via email and follow the EXACT INSTRUCTIONS provided to access the app and the tour. We recommend that you complete the setup a few hours or even the day before your scheduled arrival so we can help if you need any assistance. - Unlock your adventure game in the Leplace World app by following the EXACT INSTRUCTIONS provided. The app might not be available to download from App Store in some countries, but it can be accessed in multiple ways (Play Store, TestFlight, or web) by following the instructions. - Please make sure the weather conditions are good before going. - You will be able to play the game anytime after booking. - Head to the starting point and enjoy your adventure game! Note: Please allow up to 2 hours until the ticket is registered in our system. Then you can unlock the tour in the Leplace World app. Usually, it doesn't take that long, but there can still be a delay until we receive the booking notification. In case you still haven't received a message from us, you can try to use the booking reference code in the Leplace World app. Otherwise, please contact us directly to redeem your ticket. You can find more info on our support page: https://connect.leplace.online/support
