Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour
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Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Brisbane, Australia, from $10 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $10 per person
This is a self-guided exploration game where you'll be solving a paranormal case involving real people and their wandering ghosts. The file on old Brisbane Town has never been closed. You, with your detective and observational skills, and a little help from the app, will try to close it in 2 hours. The route runs downhill from the convict windmill on Spring Hill to the river, past 13 of the city's oldest addresses. Your job is to hear out the dead and check their stories against the record. You'll discover dark stories like the convict women whose prison hill was shaved flat, the ferry that sank in seconds in 1896, and the commandant who logged every one of his floggings as lawful. Each location involves inspecting a real-world object and solving a challenge. Best after dark with your phone torch on. About 3 km of walking, with unlimited breaks. Hints and 24-7 support if you get stuck. Perfect for Halloween or any night you're in the mood for creepy ghost stories.
What you get
About this experience
This is a self-guided exploration game where you'll be solving a paranormal case involving real people and their wandering ghosts. The file on old Brisbane Town has never been closed. You, with your detective and observational skills, and a little help from the app, will try to close it in 2 hours. The route runs downhill from the convict windmill on Spring Hill to the river, past 13 of the city's oldest addresses. Your job is to hear out the dead and check their stories against the record. You'll discover dark stories like the convict women whose prison hill was shaved flat, the ferry that sank in seconds in 1896, and the commandant who logged every one of his floggings as lawful. Each location involves inspecting a real-world object and solving a challenge. Best after dark with your phone torch on. About 3 km of walking, with unlimited breaks. Hints and 24-7 support if you get stuck. Perfect for Halloween or any night you're in the mood for creepy ghost stories.
What's included
Included
- Full availability: Every day of the year.
- Flexibility: start, take a break and continue at your own pace.
- Access to the self-guided city exploration game in the Questo app
Not included
- Live game master or physical guide
- Private transportation
- Meals
What you'll see and do
The Old Windmill
You'll start at the Old Windmill on Wickham Terrace, where the app opens your case file and introduces the agent running it. Your first task is to compare a photo of the tower with the real thing and spot what's missing. You'll learn why convicts were made to turn Queensland's oldest building by hand whenever the wind dropped.
8 minutes here
King Edward Park
You'll walk down to King Edward Park at the top of Jacob's Ladder and use a number code on a park sign to find a password. You'll learn about the Second World War air-raid shelter dug into the slope, three minutes from a mill that was built to punish.
8 minutes here
Anzac Square
You'll cross Anzac Square, decode a scrambled instruction and search the memorial's columns for the answer. The ghost stories pause here. You'll learn why the square was lined up with Central Station, so that soldiers leaving and coming home marched through it.
8 minutes here
General Post Office (GPO)
You'll stop at the General Post Office on Queen Street and find an inscription nearby to complete a damaged fragment. You'll learn that the building stands on Gaol Hill, shaved flat in 1871, where about 135 convict women once plaited sunhats for the men.
8 minutes here
Brisbane Arcade
You'll step into the Brisbane Arcade, restore a question with its vowels missing and find the answer on the building across the street. You'll learn about the 1848 murder of Robert Cox, and why the deathbed confession tied to the arcade's ghost appears in no record.
8 minutes here
Reddacliff Place
You'll reach Reddacliff Place by the Victoria Bridge and compare a city sign with your photo to find what's missing. You'll learn about the ferry Pearl, which sank in seconds off this bank in 1896, on a crossing that only ran because the flood had taken the bridge.
7 minutes here
Commissariat Store Museum
You'll stop at the Commissariat Store, built by convicts in 1829, then follow directions down a set of park stairs to answer a question about a convict woman. You'll learn what still survives inside the building, gallows beam included, and why its axe-murder ghost has no name on record.
7 minutes here
City Botanic Gardens
You'll follow the riverside path by the City Botanic Gardens to a blue bird sculpture and track where its beak points to find a four-letter warning word. You'll learn why the river keeps none of the settlement's ledgers, and why the agent on your case needs a moment here.
7 minutes here
Queensland Parliament House
You'll stop outside Parliament House on George Street, find a cross-shaped pattern in the ground and pick the matching pair. You'll learn about Captain Richard Coley, the Sergeant-at-Arms said to haunt a building he never worked in.
7 minutes here
Old Government House
You'll finish at Old Government House, where the numbers you've collected all night point you to a statue round the back. You'll learn about Queensland's first governor, and the wife who gave her name to a river, a town and a hospital and still stands in his shadow.
22 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Brisbane
The game starts at the Old Windmill on Wickham Terrace. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The game ends behind Old Government House, by the river on the QUT Gardens Point campus.
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 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Questo
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A charged smartphone with internet is required to play the game in the Questo app
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $10 to $19
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Questo, who run 335 experiences we rank across 154 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.8.
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Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Brisbane.
How much does Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour cost?
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Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Brisbane usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours 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 Brisbane is not rushed.
Is Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Brisbane, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour?
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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 Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour?
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Around 0 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 Brisbane 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 Brisbane and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour 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 Brisbane 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 Brisbane?
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On Outty we rank every Brisbane experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include North Stradbroke Island WILDLIFE Adventure Tour from Brisbane, Australia Zoo Day Trip from Brisbane, Ultimate Brisbane Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included). 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 Brisbane?
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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 Brisbane?
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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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour?
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Included: Full availability: Every day of the year; Flexibility: start, take a break and continue at your own pace; and Access to the self-guided city exploration game in the Questo app. Not included: Live game master or physical guide; Private transportation; and Meals. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour?
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The game starts at the Old Windmill on Wickham Terrace. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the app. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Brisbane Haunted Convict Town Self Guided Ghost Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Brisbane. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
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