Duration:
3h
Discover the best of Brisbane on a private 3-hour walking tour. Explore the city’s iconic spots, hear local stories, and enjoy a leisurely stroll with your local guide. Perfect for those who want a personal, in-depth experience.
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Meet at Post Office Square and join your guide on an adventure of Brisbane CBD. Connect with the city and hear the stories that make Brisbane what it is today. Along your journey you will see some of the oldest buildings of the city, Brisbane’s smallest door and the site of the ‘Battle of Brisbane’.
Who is this tour for?
If you are visiting Brisbane for the first time, the Best of Brisbane Walking tour will provide an excellent commentary as you walk around Brisbane City. The tour does include some stairs as Brisbane is quite hilly, however we can accommodate a different route which doesn’t include stairs. Please refer to the Accessibility map of Brisbane on our website.
Departure times
9am and 2pm are recommended
Cancellations
At Urban Tours we know things happen which is why we offer flexible cancellation conditions. If you do need to cancel, please email us outside of 12 hours from your booking at info@urbantours.com.au
In case of cancellation within 12 hours of your booking time slot or you are a no show, unfortunately no refund can be given.
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Matt was an absolutely fantastic tour guide — friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and so easy to listen to. He shared so much interesting history and information, and his passion really made the tour even more enjoyable.
I genuinely enjoyed every part of the experience and learned so much along the way. Thank you, Matt, for making the tour so memorable! I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting. It was absolutely worth it!
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-08-11
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a memorable experience on our Best of Brisbane Walking Tour.
We will be sure to pass your kind words along to Matt. Our local guides take great pride in sharing engaging local history, hidden gems, and storytelling that brings Brisbane to life, and it is wonderful to know Matt’s passion made your visit so worthwhile.
Thank you for recommending our tour to other travelers visiting Brisbane. We hope to welcome you back on another guided experience with Urban Tours next time you visit!
Cheryl
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Deriya
08 Aug 2026
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Guy W, Public Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-08-11
Thank you so much for the 5 star review. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time with Steve and that his knowledge of the city and his personality helped to make your trip memorable. Our walking tour is a great way to see a lot of the city and to showcase all of the best spots in Brisbane. Thank you for choosing Urban Tours and for supporting a locally owned and operated company - we really appreciate it and hope to welcome you on another tour in the future.
Cheryl
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87sheilan
02 Aug 2026
I had an amazing time on this walking tour in Brisbane! It was one of the best experiences of my trip.
Our guide, Matt, was very friendly, knowledgeable, and always happy to answer every question. He explained everything in a very interesting and easy way, so the history and stories became alive.
A very special detail was the small gifts he gave us during the tour. They made the experience even more personal and helped us remember what we learned. It was such a thoughtful idea and made the tour even more enjoyable.
I can highly recommend this tour to everyone who visits Brisbane. If you want to learn about the history of the city in a fun and interesting way, this tour is the perfect choice. Thank you, Matt, for this fantastic experience!
Our guide, Matt, was very friendly, knowledgeable, and always happy to answer every question. He explained everything in a very interesting and easy way, so the history and stories became alive.
A very special detail was the small gifts he gave us during the tour. They made the experience even more personal and helped us remember what we learned. It was such a thoughtful idea and made the tour even more enjoyable.
I can highly recommend this tour to everyone who visits Brisbane. If you want to learn about the history of the city in a fun and interesting way, this tour is the perfect choice. Thank you, Matt, for this fantastic experience!
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Owner Response - 2026-07-30
Hi SabineThank you so much for the wonderful 5-star review! We are absolutely delighted to hear you had such an incredible experience with Matt. We’re incredibly proud to have him on the Urban Tours team—his passion for history and deep love for Brisbane always shines through on his walking tours.We strive to deliver the best tour experiences in Brisbane, so knowing we hit the mark for you means the world to us. Thank you for choosing Urban Tours. We can't wait to welcome you back for another city adventure in the future!P.S. Did you know your feedback did some good? For every ticket booked and every review left, we make a donation to a local charity. Thank you for helping us give back to the Brisbane community!Cheryl
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Sabine
26 Jul 2026
This was an amazing tour of the city of Brisbane, which is beautiful in itself. Our tour guide Cheryl was awesome. Incredibly knowledgeable and such a great person. My wife and I were lucky enough to be the only ones that day so it was pretty much a private tour. We couldn’t be more happy with the tour guide and the tour itself. If I could give them more than five stars I would. I highly recommend this tour in this company to everybody
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Owner Response - 2026-07-30
Hi Bob,Thank you so much for the wonderful review and kind words! It was an absolute pleasure showing you both around our beautiful city— it was truly a great day.At Urban Tours, we pride ourselves on our guaranteed departures, so I am thrilled that you got to enjoy a personalized, private tour experience. Thank you so much for choosing us for your Brisbane tour. I hope you had a fantastic time catching up with your kids and enjoyed the rest of your stay!I would love to welcome you both back for another city adventure in the future.Safe travels,Cheryl
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Bob
23 Jul 2026
The tour guide was amazing and had such great info and quirky facts about the city
Best tour we have ever been on
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-07-26
Thank you so much for the 5 star review. We are delighted to hear that we were the best tour you have been on- what a compliment!!! It is so important for us that you enjoy your time with us as we know your holiday time is precious, so Thank you for choosing Urban tours for your half day tour - we really appreciate it. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Brisbane and we hope to welcome you on another one of our tours in the future.
Cheryl
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Sandra
20 Jul 2026
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-07-26
Hi Sarah, thank you so much for leaving such a wonderful and kind review. What a compliment to receive as the best activity you did in Brisbane - that is exactly what we strive for so it is great to hear we hit the mark. Guy does a brilliant job on the bike tours and he loves sharing his knowledge with visitors - there is so much to learn about the city and we hope it helped you love Brisbane as much as we do!
Thank you for choosing Urban Tours and we hope to welcome you all on another one of our tours in the future. Safe Travels
Cheryl
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Sarah
20 Jul 2026
We had a fantastic time on the 100-minute tour with Urban Tours Brisbane! Our guide, Matt, was outstanding—friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about Brisbane's history and culture. He shared fascinating stories and local insights that really brought the city to life, and he kept the tour engaging and enjoyable from start to finish.
The pace was perfect, and we came away with a much deeper appreciation of Brisbane, even though we have lived here all our lives. Whether you're visiting for the first time or have lived here for years, we'd highly recommend this tour. Thanks, Matt, for making it such a memorable experience!
The pace was perfect, and we came away with a much deeper appreciation of Brisbane, even though we have lived here all our lives. Whether you're visiting for the first time or have lived here for years, we'd highly recommend this tour. Thanks, Matt, for making it such a memorable experience!
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Owner Response - 2026-07-27
Hi Cathy,Thank you for the brilliant review! Matt is an absolute star, and we’re so glad his love for the city and wealth of knowledge shone through on your tour.Brisbane is full of incredible stories, and it’s always the ultimate compliment when a local enjoys the experience just as much as our visitors do. Hope to see you on another tour soon!Cheryl
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Cathy
15 Jul 2026
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Anne
15 Jul 2026
We had a great time with Guy on our bus tour. He has a wealth of knowledge about not only Brisbane, but also Australia in general. This tour was perfect for us as we prefer a hop-on/hop-off tours as an initial overview of a city and as Brisbane does not have a sightseeing bus, this was the perfect alternative. In all honesty, it's probably better because it's a more intimate setting and Guy answered all our questions and gave us a true local's guide of the must see's in Brisbane. He also didn't need Google Maps to get around the city, which was very impressive.10/10. Definitely recommend.
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Owner Response - 2026-07-27
Hi GloriaThank you so much for the wonderful review - we are delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour. The half day sightseeing bus tour is a great way to get an overview of the city and to see places you might not find on your own. As a locally owned business, we love showcasing all the best spots in Brisbane (and our favourites) so we hope that it allowed you to explore some more areas after the tour. I will pass on your kind words to Guy - he will be stoked to know you appreciate his driving knowledge. He only needs to look at a map once and he has it memorised :)Thank you for choosing Urban Tours and for supporting our business, we really do appreciate it. Enjoy the rest of your trip and we hope to welcome you on another one of our tours in the future. Cheryl and Guy
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Gloria
14 Jul 2026
Guy has lived in different places and what I enjoyed most was the comparison to other places and his responses to my questions. If you would just like to be learn about the city, Guy is your guy. If you would like to compare Brisbane to another city in another country yo relocate, Guy is yet again, your guy.
I definitely enjoyed the tea break. It was good to take in the view, reflect and hear a bit more about the birds in Brisbane.
It is important to note that Guy doesn't cancel the tour if you are the only ones there. The other folks cancelled because they were sick today but Guy was happy to take us on the tour. Lovely guy.
We definitely loved the water at the end of the bus tour. It is always great to see people supporting local businesses.
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-07-14
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a comprehensive review. Guy says he puts the Guy in Guide so he will be pleased to know he is now your guy lol :)
As a company, it is important for us to not cancel our tours as we know your time on holiday is precious and we appreciate that you chose to spend the day with us. The smaller tour group numbers also allow for a more intimate and fun day out. There are some incredible view points in Brisbane and there's really no better spot to stop and enjoy a coffee and see the cockatoos fly by.
It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed the water - we like to support local businesses and causes where we can, and for every review left, or ticket booked on one of our tours, we make a donation to a local charity, so THANK YOU for helping us to make a difference in the city we love so much.
I hope you enjoyed the remainder of your stay and we would love to welcome you on another one of our tours in the future.
Cheryl
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Roam62843776553
14 Jul 2026
Cheryl was a great tour guide. This was the most personable tour we have been on. Knowledgable, a great sense of humour and passionate about the city of Brisbane.
We would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Brisbane. Doing it early on in your stay will give numerous tips on what do do and where to eat during the rest of your stay.
We would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Brisbane. Doing it early on in your stay will give numerous tips on what do do and where to eat during the rest of your stay.
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Owner Response - 2026-07-27
Hi Anthony. Thank you so much for the wonderful review and kind words - it was my pleasure showing you both around Brisbane and I am glad you found my jokes funny :)I really do enjoy showing everyone how incredible Brisbane is and I hope you were able to try some of my other favourite spots after the bus tour.Thank you for choosing to spend your day with Urban Tours and I hope to welcome you both on another one of our tours in the future.Cheryl
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Anthony
09 Jul 2026
Took us atop a skyscraper at sunset and had a special treat after discussing Lamington’s just outside their point of origin.
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-07-14
Hi Greg
Thank you for the wonderful review. Matt is an excellent guide and we are proud to have him on the Urban Tours team so it is great to hear he helped make your tour more memorable. He has a wealth of knowledge about Brisbane and is such an excellent story teller. The view from the skydeck really is incredible and one of our favourite spots, especially at sunset.
Thank you so much for choosing to join us and we hope to welcome you on another tour in the future.
Cheryl
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Greg
08 Jul 2026
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-07-14
Thank you so much for the wonderful review - we are so happy to hear you enjoyed the tour and found it interesting and informative. We like to keep our tour group sizes small for that exact reason so it is great to hear we hit the mark.
Thank you so much for choosing Urban Tours for your sightseeing tour, we really appreciate it and hope to welcome you on one of our other tours in the future.
Cheryl
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685trav
06 Jul 2026
Tour was well organised, well structured, easy to understand and overall a great experience (despite the desperate need for the roads to be resurfaced, not to the fault of the tour organisers though). A big thank you to Dave (Cheryl) who was very helpful, knowledgeable and kind all throughout the tour. They lived up to their goal of making it feel like a friends and family tour rather than a paid experience very well, so thank you for the great experience Urban Tours Brisbane. Highly recommend.
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Owner Response - 2026-07-01
Hi CallumThank you so much for taking the time to leave a review and for the kind words. I had a great time showing you and your mum around and it is great to hear that it felt like spending time with friends or family - that is exactly what we strive for! I hope you enjoy the remainder of your time in Brisbane and continue to make some great memories. Thank you again for choosing Urban Tours for your Brisbane sightseeing tour and we hope to have you both on another tour in the future. Cheryl/Dave (HAHA)
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Callum
30 Jun 2026
Guy gave us an amazing tour of Brisbane. He’s very knowledgeable about his city and love sharing stories. It was only 3 of us on the tour so at the end of the tour, he walked me and my daughter to a location we asked about and told us where to go from there.
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Owner Response - 2026-07-01
Hi there, Thank you so much for the wonderful review, it is great to hear that you had an amazing time and that Guy did such a good job - he is very passionate about Brisbane and loves going the extra mile for our guests where he can. We really appreciate you choosing Urban Tours for your Brisbane walking tour and for supporting a locally owned company. We like to pay that kindness forward and give back to our city where we can. For every booking made on one of our tours and every review left, we make a donation to a local charity, so a HUGE thank you for helping us to do that. Hopefully we can welcome you on another one of our tours in the future.Cheryl
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LDJW
27 Jun 2026
Excellent way to see the highlights in the city, with an informed and informal guide in Guy. Clearly loves his city and shares that enthusiasm with guests. Great central pick up point made the tour easy to join and vehicle was comfortable for the size of party.
Lots top see including the wildlife in the gardens, some great views, and a coffee and Gluten free cake for me, so couldn't ask for better. Also seeing the Bluey pavilion will give you great kudos with grandkids when you get home.
All in all a great trip and a way to learn a lot about a fascinating city in a convivial atmosphere. Happily recommend to all.
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-06-21
Thank you so much for the glowing review - we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with Guy and that his passion for the city we love so much shone through. There are so many highlights of the tour and I do love mentioning Bluey to get cool points with family members from overseas :)
It is great to know you found the tour comfortable and informative - we try to pack in as much information as we can in the four hour time frame to help you fall in love with the city as much as us.
Thank you for choosing Urban Tours and we look forward to having you on another one of our tours in the future.
Cheryl
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hevdave
16 Jun 2026
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Guy W, Public Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-06-15
Hi Patricia,
Thank you so much for braving the rain to join us! We are thrilled that you enjoyed having what turned out to be a private tour.
We love sharing the story of the iconic lamington (and eating them even more!), so we're glad that sweet treat hit the spot midway through our walk. Your feedback about having an opportunity to grab a drink to go with it is fantastic—we want that lamington to go down perfectly, so we will definitely look into incorporating a quick drink stop into the route for future tours.
It’s wonderful to hear that you walked away with a bunch of new insights and a long list of Brisbane spots to keep exploring. We hope you enjoyed discovering the rest of our beautiful city, and we hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon (hopefully with some sunshine!)
Cheryl and Guy
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Patricia
11 Jun 2026
I've lived in Brisbane my entire life and was surprised by how much I learned on this tour with Guy and Cheryl. Their knowledge of the city's history, architecture and hidden stories was exceptional, and their engaging style made it a thoroughly enjoyable experience. I came away with a new appreciation for Brisbane and would highly recommend the tour to both locals and visitors.
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Owner Response - 2026-06-18
Hi ChrisThank you so much for the great review - we had a wonderful time showing you around and it is great to know you discovered new things about Brisbane. Thank you for the recommendation and we hope to have you on another one of our tours in the future. Cheryl :)
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Chris
10 Jun 2026
Thanks Guy, your tour was great and very informative. I saw a different Brisbane than what I expected to see. I absolutely recommend this walking tour. Thanks for the recommendation to Yoko and the croissants from Lune were amazing.
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Owner Response - 2026-06-18
Hi MariaThank you so much for the wonderful review and for choosing us for your walking tour of Brisbane. It is great to hear that Guy helped to make the tour memorable and that his recommendations hit the spot. Thank you again for joining us and we hope to welcome you on one of our other tours in the futureCheryl
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Maria
06 Jun 2026
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A
21 May 2026
The Urban Tours bus trip around Brisbane for 4 hours was just superb. Cheryl had loads of information and had a pleasant, relaxed manner. She was a superb guide. I was amazed at the details in her information, whether history of buildings in Brisbane or the names and habits of plants in Mt Cootha Botanic gardens. A superb trip that I will do again next time I have visitors!! Denise
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Owner Response - 2026-05-29
Hi Denise, Thank you so much for the review and very kind words. It was my pleasure showing you and Anna around and we really appreciate you choosing Urban tours for your sightseeing tour. It is great to know you found the tour fun and informative - there is so much to know about Brisbane and hopefully, when we meet next I will have many more facts for you. Thank you again and we look forward to having you along on one of our other tours in the future.Cheryl
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Denise
16 May 2026
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-05-20
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. I had a great time showing you around the city and showing you the best of Brisbane - the three hours flew by :) Thank you for choosing Urban Tours and I hope the remainder of your trip is just as fun :)
Cheryl
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Deidre
12 May 2026
We really enjoyed our “Introduction to Brisbane Walking Tour” with our guide Steve. He told us many interesting facts and stories about Brisbane and the city’s history. We visited and went into places that we would have normally just walked past and never thought anything of. Steve was polite and looked after our group very well. He was able to answer all questions and made the tour fun.
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Owner Response - 2026-05-02
Hi Greg, thank you so much for the 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Introduction to Brisbane Walking Tour with Steve.It’s great to know that his stories about Brisbane’s history helped you discover the hidden gems and historic buildings you might have otherwise walked past. We take a lot of pride in offering the most insightful guided walking tours in Brisbane, and Steve is an expert at bringing the city's past to life for our groups.We’re glad you found the tour fun and informative! We hope to see you again soon for another one of our tours in the futureSafe travels,Cheryl and Guy
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Greg
25 Apr 2026
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-05-06
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Introduction to Brisbane Walking Tour and that Steve made the experience so memorable for you and your group.
At Urban Tours, we love helping travelers look beyond the surface of the city. It is fantastic to know that Steve was able to bring the city's history to life and show you those hidden architectural and historical details you might have otherwise walked right past. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to Steve—he will be delighted to hear that he took such good care of the group and kept the tour fun and informative!
Safe travels
Cheryl
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FourTravel2013
25 Apr 2026
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-05-06
Hi Wendy
Thank you so much to you and your husband for taking the time to share your experience. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our detailed Brisbane walking tour and that Matt made the journey memorable with his captivating stories and insights at every stop.
At Urban Tours, we are passionate about bringing the city's history and architecture to life. We are thrilled that you loved taking in the spectacular Brisbane scenery from the Sky Deck—it really is one of the best vantage points to appreciate the city! Thank you again for choosing Urban Tours and we hope to see you again in the future.
Cheryl
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wendymV9519DZ
24 Apr 2026
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-05-06
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had a beautiful afternoon on our Brisbane walking tour and that Matt made the experience so exceptional.
At Urban Tours, we pride ourselves on delivering highly personalized experiences. We are so glad that our small group sizes allowed you to easily engage, stay connected with the group, and appreciate the unique, small details that make Brisbane's history and culture so fascinating.
Thank you again and we hope to have you along on another one of our tours in the future.
Safe travels, Cheryl.
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Denise
21 Apr 2026
Lots of interest.
Great tour guide Guy
Highly recommend this tour
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-04-19
Hi Helen
Thanks so much for the fantastic review! I’m glad you enjoyed the 2-hour Brisbane cycling tour along the river and through the city. Great to hear you found plenty of interest and enjoyed Guy as your guide. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to have you along on one of our other guided tours in the future.
Safe Travels, Cheryl
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Helen
18 Apr 2026
Guy, our friendly tour guide of the day, is knowledgeable and resourceful. A great way for newcommers to get to know the city. Part of the income generated from the tour is donated to local charities.
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Owner Response - 2026-05-02
Hi SiaoningThank you so much for the review and for sharing those fantastic photos!We’re glad you enjoyed exploring the city with Guy—he certainly knows his stuff. It’s also great to see you noticed our commitment to local charities; we believe in giving back to the community that makes our tours possible. We hope those pictures serve as great memories of your time in Brisbane and we would love to welcome you on another one of our tours in the future. Cheryl
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Siaoning
01 Apr 2026
Excellent half day tour with Guy. I was shocked at how much Brisbane has changed in over 30 years since my last visit 😱. It's a great tour to begin your visit to get an overview and scenic photo spots. Guy is very knowledgeable and personable. He's happy to answer any questions you have. The tour includes hotel(or nearby) pick up and drop-off.
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Owner Response - 2026-04-02
Hi Deborah, Thanks for the wonderful review and for sharing your wonderful photos with us! We’re so glad Guy could show you how much Brisbane has transformed over the last 30 years—it certainly has grown! It’s great to hear that the scenic spots and door-to-door service made your visit easier. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Guy. I hope you enjoyed the remainder of your time exploring Brisbane and hope to have you on one of our other tours in the futureCheryl
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Deborah
27 Mar 2026
We've just finished our morning tour of Brisbane city and around. It was fantastic, a wealth of interesting history and information shared. We recommend to anyone, be a local or visitor. 10 out of 10. Thank you Urban Tours
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Owner Response - 2026-04-02
Hi VickyThank you so much for the wonderful review and for sharing your photographs of the day. I am so glad to hear you had a great day and thank you so much for choosing Urban Tours for your Brisbane sightseeing tour. As I mentioned, for every review that is left, we make a donation to a local charity, so thank you for helping us to give back. Enjoy the rest of your time in Brisbane and I hope you managed to find the good ice cream :)Cheryl
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Vicki
24 Mar 2026
My husband and I did the bike tour earlier this week and we were so impressed with Guy that we booked the bus tour for 2 days later. We saw so many places and learned so much about Brisbane. Cheryl was our guide for the bus tour and she was so friendly, professional and gave us so many recommendations. We highly recommend Urban Tours Brisbane and hope to be back soon.
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Owner Response - 2026-04-02
Hi CatherineThank you so much for leaving a wonderful review and sharing your gorgeous photos, they really highlight how beautiful the Botanic gardens are and how much fun you had on the bike tour :)It was so lovely meeting you both and I hope you managed to explore much more of the city.
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Catherine
20 Mar 2026
We like this tour very much! Guy our tour guide is nice, considerate and very knowledgeable! We appreciated all his explanations of all the historical buildings and all the art works he show us. It’s a small group that everyone can enjoy every single detail. Recommend to everyone that like to explore the city with a little bit walking.
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Owner Response - 2026-04-02
Hi TerryThank you so much for the kind words and for sharing your photos with us! We are thrilled that you enjoyed the Best of Brisbane walking tour.It’s great to hear that Guy was able to bring the city’s story to life for you. He loves pointing out those hidden artistic details and historical layers that people often walk right past, so we’re glad those explanations added to your experience.We truly believe that our small group size is the best way to ensure no one misses a single detail, and we’re so happy it made your visit more personal. Thank you for recommending us to fellow explorers who enjoy a good city stroll!Safe travels and we hope to have you on another one of our tours in the future
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Terry
18 Mar 2026
Cheryl arrived early for our pick up, was very welcoming and friendly to all of her customers. She gave an excellent presentation of the city. The morning tea and lamington cake was worth the wait. Certainly saw more of the city than we would ever have seen on our own, in comfortable bus. Would highly recommend this tour.
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Owner Response - 2026-03-26
Hi Angela Thank you so much for the glowing recommendation! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience on our minibus tour.Cheryl is a true professional, and we’re so glad her warm welcome and expert presentation made your morning special. We take great pride in showing our guests the hidden gems of Brisbane that are hard to find on your own—all while staying cool and comfortable!And of course, we’re happy to hear the morning tea and lamington lived up to the anticipation. There’s nothing quite like a sweet treat with a view to top off a city tour.We truly appreciate you choosing Urban Tours, and we hope to see you again soon!
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Angela
10 Mar 2026
Guy was a super host, and provided us with fabulous information throughout the day. This was one of the best of these types of tours we have ever done, with his great driving and easy manner, which made for a most worthwhile, and memorable adventure.
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Owner Response - 2026-03-02
Hi StephenThank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that your half-day sightseeing tour with Guy was one of the best tour experiences you’ve had. Guy truly is a super host, and we’re glad his expert driving and easygoing manner made your Brisbane adventure so memorable.At Urban Tours, we strive to provide the best guided tours in Brisbane, combining fascinating local history with a relaxed, comfortable pace. It’s great to know that the wealth of information Guy shared added that extra touch to the tourWe really appreciate you choosing us for your Brisbane sightseeing and hope to welcome you back for another tour soon.Cheryl
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Stephen
28 Feb 2026
Guy was the best tour guide. He has good understanding of the history of Brisbane, is very kind and patient and accommodates for everyone’s needs. The tour is relax with stunning views.
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Owner Response - 2026-03-02
Hi WarrenThank you so much for the wonderful review and sharing your amazing photos!! We are so happy to hear that you had such a relaxing time exploring with Guy. He is a valued member of the Urban Tours team, and we take great pride in his deep understanding of Brisbane’s history and his ability to make every guest feel included.We really appreciate your kind words and hope to have you on another one of our tours in the futureCheryl
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warren
28 Feb 2026
We had a wonderful walking tour led by Cheryl, who was absolutely lovely. Cheryl was so friendly and knowledgeable about the area. The tour was well run and there wasn't any hanging around, and it was the perfect length. Loved it and would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Brisbane!
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Owner Response - 2026-03-02
Hi Matilda, thank you so much for joining me on the Introduction to Brisbane tour! It was such a pleasure to be your local guide and show you the highlights of our beautiful city. I’m thrilled to hear you enjoyed your time exploring with Urban Tours.Your review also does some good! For every booking and review we receive, we donate to a local Brisbane charity. Thank you for helping us give back to the community. Wishing you a wonderful rest of your Australia trip and a safe journey home!Cheryl
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Matilda
23 Feb 2026
Matt was a wealth of knowledge as we traversed around parts of Brisbane I never even knew existed. The best way to experience the city by far and I can’t recommend it enough!
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Owner Response - 2026-03-02
Thank you so much! We are thrilled that Matt could show you a side of the city you’d never seen before. At Urban Tours, we pride ourselves on going beyond the typical tourist spots to find the hidden history of Brisbane. There is so much local culture tucked away in our streets, and we love sharing those secrets.It’s wonderful to hear you think a walking tour is the best way to experience the city! Your review also helps us continue our mission of supporting local Brisbane charities with every booking. Thanks for the high recommendation and we hope to have you along on one of our other tours in the future! Cheryl
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Brandon
23 Feb 2026
My husband and I took this tour and thoroughly enjoyed the 3 hours. Interesting, informative and full of local knowledge. Thanks so much, we highly reccomend for anyone wanting to see more of Brisbane.
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Owner Response - 2026-03-02
Hi RebeccaThank you so much for the recommendation. We’re thrilled you and your husband enjoyed our 3-hour Brisbane walking tour!As a locally owned and operated business, we pride ourselves on using local guides who know the city’s secrets inside and out. We keep our group sizes small to ensure every guest gets an intimate, informative experience. Thank you for choosing Urban Tours—your support also helps us give back to a local Brisbane charity with every booking!We hope to have you along on one of our other tours in the futureCheryl and Guy
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Rebecca
22 Feb 2026
Our guide for the day was Cheryl. She seems to know Brisbane very well, and was happy to share it with us. The pace of the tour was perfect to be to enjoy the walk and sceneries of what the city of Brisbane has to offer. Highly recommended👍👍👍
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Owner Response - 2026-02-24
Hi Rully, Thank you so much for the wonderful review - I had a great time showing you around the best spots of Brisbane and I am delighted to hear you had an enjoyable day. Thank you so much for choosing Urban Tours and we hope to welcome you on one of our other tours in the future. Safe TravelsCheryl
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Rully
18 Feb 2026
Great tour, Steve the guide was friendly, easy to understand and very informative. It was a small group which made it easier to follow along and ask questions when needed. Great way to see more of Brisbane city.
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Owner Response - 2026-02-24
Hi AlannaThank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time exploring Brisbane with us.We are so glad you appreciated the small group size. We intentionally keep our groups intimate because we believe it’s the best way to ensure everyone gets a personalized experience, plenty of opportunities to ask questions, and a more relaxed pace.It’s also fantastic to hear that Steve hit the mark! Our guides take great pride in being not just informative, but also approachable and easy to engage with. It’s their local passion that really brings the city to life, so I’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to him—he’ll be delighted to hear he made your tour memorable.We’re honored that you chose us to help you see more of our beautiful city. Thanks again for joining us, and we hope to see you back in Brisbane soon!Cheryl
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Alanna
17 Feb 2026
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Irene
15 Feb 2026
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Guy W, Owner at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-02-14
It’s great to hear that Steve’s storytelling and engaging style made your tour special! We intentionally design our routes with a relaxed pace so you can truly soak in those views and snap the perfect photos. As a locally owned business, we take great pride in having professional guides like Steve who share our home’s history with such passion.
Safe travels!
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Shamus
13 Feb 2026
Our guide Cheryl was great. Arrived on time and gave us interesting commentary throughout.
The stop locations were good and the drive between each one gave us a good flavour of Brisbane in four hours or so.
It was just right for us 70/72 year olds!
Highly recommended.
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Guy W, Owner at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-02-12
Hi there!
We are so glad to hear that you and your partner had such a wonderful morning with Cheryl; she is a fantastic storyteller. It’s wonderful to know that the meeting point at the Sofitel provided a comfortable start to your day and that the pace was perfect for your four-hour visit.
Our half-day tour really is the ideal shore excursion for cruise ship guests looking to see the best of Brisbane without the rush, and as a locally owned business, we always appreciate it when guests book direct through our Urban Tours website to support our community and local guides. Thank you for the high recommendation, and we hope the rest of your cruise is spectacular!
Safe travels!
Guy
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Philip
10 Feb 2026
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Guy W, Guest Relations Manager at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-02-12
Thank you so much for the review - we are delighted to hear you had a great time on the half day Brisbane sightseeing tour and that Guy helped to make the trip memorable! We are very proud to be a locally owned and operated company and love getting to showcase the best spots in Brisbane.
Thank you for choosing Urban Tours and we hope to see you again in the future.
Enjoy the rest of your trip :)
Cheryl
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Fiona
05 Feb 2026
This was really great value and such an easy way to see the city. We were able to see a ton of highlights quickly and comfortably (AC in bus, comfy seats) without feeling rushed. The company was very professional, pickup was right on time, and everything felt really well organized.
Cheryl, our guide, was fantastic! She’s a safe driver, very knowledgeable about both the history and what’s currently happening in the city. She kept things fun with lots of great little fun facts and kept us laughing and entertained without info overload. She also gave excellent local recommendations. I was especially impressed with how well she connected with guests who were non-native English speakers. She made sure everyone felt included and understood everything, which was handled in a way that didn’t make the English portion feel rushed or cut short.
The bus tour was perfect for a hot day, or anyone preferring to keep walking to a minimum. The snack at the lookout was delicious (I had the orange almond slice) and came at the perfect time to hold us over until lunch. There were also really nice touches like the cold towel and locally sourced water bottle.
Private tour to lone pine sanctuary was exceptional. The venue its self is wonderful - sooo many koalas, kangaroo feeding, dingoes and a platypus! Adding a private tour wired urban tours made everything so easy as far as transportation and ensuring I didn’t miss anything.
Overall it felt like an excellent and way to experience Brisbane on a shorter time budget, and adding the private Lone Pine portion was the perfect way to end the day. Highly recommend Urban Tours Brisbane!
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Guy W, Owner at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2026-02-12
Hi Madison,
Thank you so much for the glowing review and for choosing Urban Tours Brisbane for your day out! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the combination of our mini bus city tour and the private tour to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
It’s wonderful to know that our focus on comfort—like the AC, comfy seats, and those little touches like the cold towels and locally sourced water—made your Brisbane sightseeing experience even better. We’re also so glad you enjoyed the orange almond slice at the lookout; we think that view is best paired with a great snack!
We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Cheryl. She prides herself on being a knowledgeable Brisbane tour guide, and it’s fantastic to hear that her inclusive approach made everyone feel welcome.
Seeing the koalas, kangaroos, and platypus at Lone Pine is truly the perfect way to cap off a trip, and we're so glad the private transport made your day seamless and stress-free.
We hope to see you again the next time you're in Queensland!
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Madison
05 Feb 2026
Matt was very friendly, he was very understanding of tourist fatigue. He made sure to stop in places with ample shade, seating, and limited noise distractions, it was much easier to pay attention to his interesting stories when I wasn’t focused on the heat. A great way to see Brisbane with the limited amount of time I had.
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Owner Response - 2026-02-03
Hi there! Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I’m really glad to hear that Matt took such good care of you; we know the Brisbane sun can be a bit much, so his focus on finding those quiet, shady spots is exactly why we’re so proud of our professional guiding team. I hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Brisbane.Safe travels!Guy
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mihir
29 Jan 2026
This morning we did a City Bus tour which was excellent. Guy was very informative and Friendly.
We visited many major tourist sites around Brisbane. Well worth doing oh and we saw a Goanna wandering in the gardens, a special treat.
We visited many major tourist sites around Brisbane. Well worth doing oh and we saw a Goanna wandering in the gardens, a special treat.
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Owner Response - 2026-01-24
Hi Judie, thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are so glad that you enjoyed your Half day sightseeing tour of Brisbane and that Guy did a great job of showing you the best spots! We love to show guests all of our favourite locations and what luck that you got to see the goanna.Thank you so much for choosing Urban Tours - we appreciate that your time is precious when travelling. We hope to see you on one of our other tours in the future. Cheryl
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Judie
16 Jan 2026
Cheryl is a fantastic guide, very informative and friendly. Highly recommended.
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Owner Response - 2026-01-17
Thanks for the kind words, Randa! It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed our half-day bus tour. Cheryl is a fantastic guide, and she loved showing you the local side of Brisbane. We take great pride in taking our guests off the beaten track to see the city through a local's eyes. Safe travels on the rest of your journey!
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Randa
12 Jan 2026
I had the city tour yesterday. It was a great experience with Urban tours, Brisbane. He was very knowledgeable of the history of the city and all other attractions. Thank them very much for the interesting tour. I recommend the city tour to all visitors.
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Owner Response - 2026-01-17
Thank you so much for the kind review! We are thrilled to hear you had such a great experience on our Brisbane city tour. Our goal is to bring the history and vibrant attractions of our city to life, so we’re glad you found it interesting. We truly appreciate the recommendation to other visitors—it means a lot to our team at Urban Tours!Safe travels!Guy
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Pulikutty
10 Jan 2026
Beautiful private tour of the best spots of Brisbane. Tour guide Cheryl was so kind to us and gave us all the important information about the city.
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Owner Response - 2026-01-10
Hi Sebastian,Thank you for joining us on one of our private bus tour options in Brisbane. I'm glad to read that our local guide Cheryl looked after you well and showed your family the best spots in Brisbane! We designed the tour based on what we show our friends and family when they come to visit so it's good to know the local top spots resonate. Enjoy the rest of your trip!Safes travelsGuy
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Sebiwa
08 Jan 2026
Booked a walking tour with Urban Tours via my Travel Agency to start a 3 week stay in Brisbane.
Our guide Cheryl was knowledgeable and clearly loved the City and enjoyed showing us around her adopted home town.
Our group included access needs and this was dealt with efficiently and we were able to adapt when broken lifts got in the way.
There were treats too along the way, which were much appreciated!
Tour instructions were clear and sent in good time.
Highly recommend!
Our guide Cheryl was knowledgeable and clearly loved the City and enjoyed showing us around her adopted home town.
Our group included access needs and this was dealt with efficiently and we were able to adapt when broken lifts got in the way.
There were treats too along the way, which were much appreciated!
Tour instructions were clear and sent in good time.
Highly recommend!
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Owner Response - 2026-01-10
Hi JulesThank you so much for joining us on the Best of Brisbane walking tour and for leaving such a great review. For every review we receive and every booking made, a donation is made to a local charity, so thank you for helping us contribute to our community. I had a great time showing you around the city and I am delighted you had a great day. I hope you enjoy the remainder of your stay in Brisbane and we look forward to having you on another one of our tours in the future. Cheryl and Guy
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Jules
05 Jan 2026
Want to see Brisbane from a relaxing perspective, while working out and having a good time? This tour does all of that and is led around exceptionally by local Guy. Bikes and track was easy to navigate. Highly recommend.
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Owner Response - 2026-01-10
Thank you for the great review Matthew, we are delighted to hear you enjoyed the Brisbane cycle tour and that Guy was able to show you the best spots in Brisbane.Thank you so much for joining the tour and we hope to see you on one of our other tours some dayCheryl
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Matthew
02 Jan 2026
The tour was amazing! Our tour guide, Gey, explained everything in great detail and made the journey fun and lively with his humor along the way. It was a small-group tour, and he managed to cover all the major highlights of Brisbane within half a day.
The mini bus was clean and comfortable, making the journey smooth and enjoyable. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to see Brisbane’s highlights in a short amount of time. Overall, an amazing experience!
The mini bus was clean and comfortable, making the journey smooth and enjoyable. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to see Brisbane’s highlights in a short amount of time. Overall, an amazing experience!
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Owner Response - 2025-12-31
Thanks for the fantastic review! It was a pleasure having you in our small group tour of Brisbane. I find that keeping the numbers low really allows us to keep things comfortable, personal, and makes the experience enjoyable for everyone. Safe travels on your next adventure and I hope to see you back in sunny Queensland again soon!Guy
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Nagu
19 Dec 2025
We had an outstanding experience on the Brisbane 100-minute walking tour, thanks to our guide, Matt. Even though we were running late, Matt went out of his way to come to the parking area to meet us, which was incredibly kind and greatly appreciated.
Despite the delayed start, he generously extended the tour and made sure we still covered most of the key highlights. Matt was knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about Brisbane, sharing engaging stories and insights throughout the walk.
His flexibility, professionalism, and commitment to making sure we had a great experience truly stood out. Highly recommend this tour and especially Matt to anyone visiting Brisbane!
Despite the delayed start, he generously extended the tour and made sure we still covered most of the key highlights. Matt was knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about Brisbane, sharing engaging stories and insights throughout the walk.
His flexibility, professionalism, and commitment to making sure we had a great experience truly stood out. Highly recommend this tour and especially Matt to anyone visiting Brisbane!
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Owner Response - 2025-12-31
Thank you for the glowing review! I'm thrilled to read that Matt provided an outstanding experience on your Brisbane walking tour. All our local guides set out to achieve memorable moments for guests on our experiences and I'm glad Matt was able to do that. Matt loves sharing stories of Brisbane old and new and to point out the hidden gems along the way. I hope the rest of your stay in Brisbane was just as wonderful. Safe travels!Guy
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Hari
18 Dec 2025
Steve was a knowledgeable and very friendly guide who took us on a well paced tour of historic buildings and sites of interest around Brisbane.
The small group size made it very enjoyable.
The small group size made it very enjoyable.
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Owner Response - 2025-12-31
Hi Barbara.Thank you so much for the kind words, and for choosing Urban Tours to explore our wonderful city. We are so glad that you enjoyed your walking tour of Brisbane and we will pass on your words to Steve, enjoy the rest of your time in Brisbane and hope to have you along again in the future.Cheryl
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Barbara
05 Dec 2025
Matt was a great guide, very friendly, very knowledgeable of the history and Brisbane! Told great stories! It was a great experience! I would definitely recommend!
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Owner Response - 2025-11-30
Hi Brenda,Thank you for your kind words - I will be sure to pass that on to Matt for you. He loves researching history and sharing the story of Brisbane with others. We hope to see you on another Urban Tours experience in the future.Safe travels!Guy
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Brenda
13 Nov 2025
Matt was a great guide! He knew a lot about the city and the culture! I would definitely recommend this tour. He was able to show us a few hot spots and local pubs and tell a few stories. Thanks again!
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Owner Response - 2025-11-30
Hi Ben, Thanks for joining Matt on a Brisbane tour. I'm glad he was able to show you a few of the highlights of the city and some places to check out. By sharing your experience online, Urban Tours will donate to a local charity - just one way we can give back to the community, so thank you once again.I hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay.Safe travels!Guy
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Ben
13 Nov 2025
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Guy W, Owner at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2025-10-24
Thank you for the review of our Brisbane Walking tour. Our small group tours are an excellent way of meeting and getting to know everyone else on the tour and I am glad that Matt was able to ensure everyone had a great time. We pride ourselves on the knowledge we provide to guests and aim to give the real story of Brisbane, I'll be sure to pass on your feedback.
Safe travels!
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kas0404
24 Oct 2025
The Best of Brisbane Walking Tour is the perfect way to get an introduction to Brisbane, and map out the rest of your adventure. From botanical garden bats to vertigo inducing views, there is something for everyone on this tour. Delightful critters (both real and artistically reimagined) are around almost every corner, there are some truly magnificent architectural gems, and plenty of entertaining local trivia (guess who REALLY holds the keys to the city). Matt was entertaining, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable about his city. An excellent way to spend the afternoon.
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Owner Response - 2025-10-27
Hi Angelique,Thank you for sharing your experience of your Brisbane Walking tour. I have to agree with you, Brisbane is a brilliant city to explore. Our guides aim to give an introduction into the city, its history, art and places to visit, not to mention meeting all our local wildlife. I am glad Matt was able to bring all of this to life for you and will be happy to pass on the great feedback!We hope to see you on another Urban Tours Brisbane experience again.Safe travels!Guy
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Angelique
22 Oct 2025
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Guy W, Owner at Urban Tours Brisbane, responded to this review - 2025-10-24
Thank you for sharing your positive experience on a Brisbane walking tour! Brisbane certainly has some very interesting stories just waiting to be told, and it sounds like your guide truly brought them to life.
We appreciate you taking the time to write a review, it seems this may have been for one of our fellow operators. It's good to see Brisbane Walking tours are receiving great feedback, I know at Urban Tours we aim to achieve memorable experiences for all guests.
Safe travels, and thank you again for the kind words about the city's guides!
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