Walking tours to historical sites in Australia

Australian history suggests that Aboriginals belonging to Southeast Asia were the first settlers. They arrived in the country around 40, 000 years ago. European explorations started in the 17th century. As many as 6 colonies were set up between 18th and 19th century. States of Commonwealth of Australia became a federal state in 1901. Several historical incidents took place in the country, the remnants or the signs of which can be found even today if you set off for walking tours to historical sites in Australia.

Historical attractions in Sydney

Sydney has a number of historical tourist attractions. These places can be visited in groups. There are many schools and educational institutes in Sydney that organize such tours.

Convict Trail

If you visit this place, you will be able to find out more about the convicts who worked in Sydney between the years 1826 and 1836 on Great North Road.

Turon Technology Museum

The museum has many exhibits that speak volume about engines belonging to the time of Industrial Revolution between years 1850 and 1950.

Centennial Parklands- Sydney

You can also visit the following historical places of attraction in Sydney –

• The Firearms technology Museum
• Australian National Maritime Museum
• Historic Houses Trust of NSW
• Campbeltown Steam and Machinery Museum
• Museum of Contemporary Art
• Nambucca Valley History and Museums
• Sydney Tramway Museum
• Norman Lindsay Gallery and Museum
• Tenterfield Railway Station

Historical attractions in Melbourne

Melbourne too has many historical sites. A trip to these places will unveil the history and evolution of the country over the years. Check out the following sites –

• Enterprise Park
• Aboriginal Heritage
• Gold Rush City
• Turning Basin
• Australian National Aviation Museum
• Como Historic House and Garden
• Melbourne’s Chinese Museum
• Koorie Heritage Trust
• Royal Histprical Society of Victoria
• Maritime Museum of Victoria
• Gulf Station
• Melbourne Museum of Printing
• Worsley Cottage Museum Complex

Historical attractions in Brisbane

Anzac Square War Memorial, Pine Rivers Heritage Museum and The Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology are important historical sites in Brisbane. A trip to these places will help you to delve deeper into the history of this place.

• Boondall Wetlands Reserve
• Caboolture Historical Village
• City Botanic Gardens
• Fort Lytton
• Coochin Coochin Homestead
• Museum of Brisbane
• St John’s Cathedral

Historical attractions in Perth

There are.many historical attractions in Perth that you can explore by walking. They are -

• Araluen Botanic Park
• Abingdon Miniature Village
• Barrack’s Archway
• Benedictine Monastery
• Belmont Historical Museum
• Blackboy Hill Commemorative Site
• The Cala Heritage Trail
• East Perth Cemetery
• Edenvale
• Francis Burt Law Museum

Best time to visit Australia

Walking tours to historical sites in Australia can be arranged with the help of a tour operator. Alternatively, you can check the website of travel agents and book one such tour.

The best time to plan a trip to Australia is during the winter season. June, July, and August are busy months if you are traveling to Red Center, Top End, and Townsville area.

Alternatively, summer is a good time to pay a visit to Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, and Western Australia.

Last updated on 10/11/2010