Murder-and-Macabre: True Crime Self-Guided Walking Tour of Perth
Overview
Humankind has been obsessed has been telling stories about crime and misadventure since the printing press was created.
Stories Unseen takes true crime to Perth's streets - no longer a guilty pleasure to be enjoyed behind closed doors. Our curated, self-guided tours seamlessly bring locations to life with audio & immersive narration from our charismatic companions. We don't just tell you, we show you the things that go bump in the night.
Uncover Perth's gritty underbelly with tales of criminal gangs, haunted theatres, and Western Australia's most notorious serial killer (and the ones that got away!). The tour also shines a light on the secret hidden inside Perth's Swan Bell Tower.
Rushed itineraries miss the magic. Discover more of what piques your interest, and stay longer to create and capture shareable moments that will last a lifetime.
What's Included
- Extended stays: Savour hidden history & wide open spaces. Spend more time where your interest lies.
- 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
- Audio & immersive narration: our virtual guides make locations come alive with history and anecdotes
- The Bell Tower - entry fee (Adult General Entry $10)
- Private transportation
- Self-Guided Tour - uses your phone or tablet
Meeting Location
King Street
Perth WA 6000, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Barrack Square
Riverside Drive, Perth WA 6000, Australia
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.
What To Expect
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Perth
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
King Street
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piccadilly Arcade
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Moana Hall
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Government House
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Court House Law Museum
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Supreme Court Gardens
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Bell Tower
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Tour requires basic level of fitness (2kms at own pace) - stairs can be avoided via alternative routes
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Murder-and-Macabre: True Crime Self-Guided Walking Tour of Perth?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AWST).
- Extended stays: Savour hidden history & wide open spaces. Spend more time where your interest lies.
- 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.
- Audio & immersive narration: our virtual guides make locations come alive with history and anecdotes.
- The Bell Tower - entry fee (Adult General Entry $10).
- Private transportation.
- Self-Guided Tour - uses your phone or tablet.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Murder-and-Macabre: True Crime Self-Guided Walking Tour of Perth is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Tour requires basic level of fitness (2kms at own pace) - stairs can be avoided via alternative routes
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Murder-and-Macabre: True Crime Self-Guided Walking Tour of Perth will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Extended stays: Savour hidden history & wide open spaces. Spend more time where your interest lies.
- 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
- Audio & immersive narration: our virtual guides make locations come alive with history and anecdotes
- The Bell Tower - entry fee (Adult General Entry $10)
- Private transportation
- Self-Guided Tour - uses your phone or tablet
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Tour requires basic level of fitness (2kms at own pace) - stairs can be avoided via alternative routes
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
