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Tales-on-Tap: self-guided tour of Perth's Historical Pubs

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1 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

It's time to raise a glass and discover Perth's hidden history.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a culture connoisseur, or simply looking for an unforgettable way to experience Perth, this tour offers a blend of stories, flavors, and architectural marvels that highlight the city's remarkable evolution. Join your charismatic virtual guide, Riley, to uncover the layers of history that lie within Perth's historic pubs.

Stories Unseen's clever app helps you:

> Explore easily - experience some of Australia’s most iconic and unknown locations like never before.

> Experience places differently - dig deeper with immersive stories that blend text, photos, videos and audio across past and present.

> Love the journey - Adventure your way with your people.

> Make moments - Stop. Take a breath, and soak up every little moment.

> Even the locals don’t know - connect with places and people you’d never know existed.

A sprawling world of hidden stories awaits.

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
  • Private transportation
  • Self-Guided Tour - uses your phone or tablet
  • 'In Person' Tour Guide
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

State Buildings
1 Cathedral Avenue, Perth WA 6000, Australia

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

495/497 Wellington Street
Perth WA 6000, Australia

The latest stop on the tour, The Globe Hotel, is easily accessible from the Perth Underground Station, the Perth Bus Station and the Perth Train Station. It is also a close distance from Perth's shopping malls and Yagan Square.

What To Expect

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Perth

Ever wondered if these walls could talk?Alcohol, and the city's pubs, have been front-and-centre of Perth's colonial history, since first contact.Across seven tour stops, your charismatic companion, Riley, brings each venue back to life with an immersive mix of audio, transcript, photos, and interactive content. Each stop showcases a local historical hospitality venue where you’ll learn the hidden past of some of Western Australia’s most iconic and unknown locations in a love letter to Perth's history and hospitality.Time off is scarce and touring can be tense. Rushed itineraries miss the magic. While 4 hours is recommended for this tour, you can choose to spend longer at the places that pique your interest and discover more of what’s on offer. Each venue has been handpicked to ensure they are open at weekends and most weekdays so you can be confident you are headed to Perth's hives of activity.It's time to raise a glass and discover Perth's hidden history.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

State Buildings (pass by)

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.
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St George's Terrace (pass by)

Your self-guided walk continues along St Georges Tce, showcasing several historical hotels. Each stop includes historical footage, audio commentary, venue recommendations and further historical references.
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Hay Street Mall (pass by)

Your self-guided walk continues along Hay St, showcasing several historical hotels. Each stop includes historical footage, audio commentary, venue recommendations and further historical references.
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Shafto Lane (pass by)

Your self-guided walk continues along Shafto Lane, showcasing several historical hotels. Each stop includes historical footage, audio commentary, venue recommendations and further historical references.
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Market Grounds (pass by)

Your self-guided walk continues to the site of Perth's former markets. Each stop includes historical footage, audio commentary, venue recommendations and further historical references.
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Yagan Square (pass by)

The tour continues by showcasing two historical sites close to Yagan Square. Each stop includes historical footage, audio commentary, venue recommendations and further historical references.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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 Tales-on-Tap: self-guided tour of Perth’s Historical Pubs?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • 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
  • Private transportation
  • Self-Guided Tour - uses your phone or tablet
  • 'In Person' Tour Guide

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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