Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth in Perth
Perth, Australia

Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth

Outty Ranking 56 4.3 · 3 traveler reviews1 hoursFrom $25

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Is Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth worth booking?

Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth is a 1-hour experience in Perth, Australia, from $25 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
56 / 100
Rating
4.3/5 (3)
Duration
1 hours
From
$25 per person

Explore 200 years in an afternoon! This tour tells Perth’s story from the struggling Swan River Colony to its coming of age as the City of Light. Each stop on the tour progressively tells Perth’s story decade-by-decade.

What you get

  • Extended stays: Savour hidden history & wide open spaces. Spend more time where your interest lies.
  • Audio & immersive narration: our virtual guides make locations come alive with history and anecdotes
  • Social media integration: capture and share moments with immersive media
  • Turn-by-turn navigation: seamlessly guided with maps, media & commentary, on-demand, on any device

About this experience

Explore 200 years in an afternoon! This tour tells Perth’s story from the struggling Swan River Colony to its coming of age as the City of Light. Each stop on the tour progressively tells Perth’s story decade-by-decade. The tour includes current-day and historical footage to show how each shift in the State’s fortunes has driven waves of demolition, development and social change. Boom-and-bust showcases quintessentially Western Australian stories such as: > The City’s strange obsession with heritage balconies > The ancient science of indigenous farming practices > Perth’s ‘scandalous’ modernist art movement > London Court: the first place in Perth to have air-conditioning > The rise, fall and rise again of Alan Bond Rushed itineraries miss the magic. Stories Unseen is the clever way to experience places differently. Our curated, self-guided tours seamlessly bring locations to life with audio & immersive narration from our charismatic companions.

What's included

Included

  • Extended stays: Savour hidden history & wide open spaces. Spend more time where your interest lies.
  • Audio & immersive narration: our virtual guides make locations come alive with history and anecdotes
  • Social media integration: capture and share moments with immersive media
  • Turn-by-turn navigation: seamlessly guided with maps, media & commentary, on-demand, on any device

Not included

  • Private transportation
  • Self-Guided Tour - uses your phone or tablet

What you'll see and do

  1. Perth

    The Boom-and-Bust tour tells Perth’s story from the struggling Swan River Colony to its coming of age as the City of Light. From First Contact to the present day, each stop on the tour progressively tells Perth’s story decade-by-decade. The tour includes current-day and historical footage to show how each shift in the State’s economic fortunes has driven waves of demolition, development and social change. Each stop is paired with different with hospitality venues across the CBD to showcase the best of the West. The Boom-and-Bust tour showcases quintessentially Western Australian stories such as: > The City’s strange obsession with heritage balconies > The ancient science of indigenous farming practices > Perth’s ‘scandalous’ modernist art movement > London Court: the first place in Perth to have air-conditioning > The rise, fall and rise again of Alan Bond > Demolished buildings of Perth

    120 minutes here

  2. First Contact

    This is the starting point of the tour. Your self-guided walk will commence on arrival, including historical footage, audio commentary, venue recommendations and further historical references.

    10 minutes here

  3. His Majesty's Theatre

    Your self-guided tour continues to His Majesty's Theatre where we feature the story of WA's first gold boom.

    10 minutes here

  4. Raine Square

    Heritage King St is the backdrop for the tale of farming in Western Australia.

    10 minutes here

  5. Hay Street Mall

    The route continues through two stops in Hay Street Mall exploring Perth's Gilded Era and its recovery from the Great Depression.

    10 minutes here

  6. Council House

    The tour continues to the Council House where we tell the story of minerals and modernism.

    10 minutes here

  7. There is no better way to see the impact of Perth's 1980s boom than the buildings along The Esplanade. Explore then-and-now for sites including the Former Esplanade Hotel.

    10 minutes here

  8. The Bell Tower

    The tour finishes at The Bell Tower, a short walk from Elizabeth Quay. Our last stop tells the story of how Western Australia's boom-and-bust cycle continues today.

    10 minutes here · Admission not included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Perth

BEFORE YOU LEAVE - Make sure that you have the Stories Unseen app downloaded. START POINT - The First Contact Sculpture is located in Elizabeth Quay

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

The latest stop on the tour, The Bell Tower, is located in Barrack Square in Perth's CBD. It is easily accessible from The Esplanade Train Station and the FREE Blue CAT Bus route.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 5 travelers per booking
Operated by
Stories Unseen

Know before you go

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Good to know

Duration
1 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 56

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)72
Review evidence (18% weight)21
Booking momentum (14% weight)13
Value for money (12% weight)57
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)44
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Perth.

How much does Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth cost?

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Prices start at $25 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Perth usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth take?

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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Perth is not rushed.

Is Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Perth, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth?

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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Perth can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Perth and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Perth within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Perth?

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On Outty we rank every Perth experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Optus Stadium Tour, Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour, VIP Swan Valley Wine Tour - Premium Small Group Wine & Gourmet Experience. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Perth?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Perth?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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