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Stately Swagger
Highlights
- Explore the elegant villas of Upper North Adelaide, revealing stories of early colonial families from the 1880s.
- Join a small group for an intimate tour experience, enhancing your connection to the rich local history.
- Wander through charming semi-detached houses, absorbing the architectural beauty and cultural significance of the era.
- Enjoy a family-friendly outing, perfect for all ages to discover Adelaide's heritage together.
Stately Swagger – Upper North Adelaide – This tour takes individuals and groups through the western part of North Adelaide which features villas and semi-detached houses built during the boom period of the 1880’s – learn about some of the early colonial families of Adelaide who lived here.
Operates: Daily 10am to 12pm or at other times subject to availability.
Itinerary highlights
Buxton House
1909 restored Mansion, once the home of one of the fathers of the Australian Constitution, Sir Josiah Symons.
St Dominic's Priory
1890’s school and church modelled on the Dominican sister’s chapel in Staffordshire, UK.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Operation information
Down to Earth Tours
Down to Earth Tours provide a choice of six walking tours around both Adelaide central business district and North Adelaide encompassing history, heritage and culture.
The two-hour easy paced walks bring to life stories of the past incorporating characters that have lived behind the facades of varying infrastructure. The walks also trace the development of Adelaide from early beginnings to today.
A locally born and bred tour guide with a good knowledge about Adelaide and South Australia who has a passion for history and heritage.
If you enjoy hearing interesting stories about the history, heritage and culture of Adelaide, along with its interesting characters, then these tours will suit you.
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Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- National Trust
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Tourism Industry Council of SA
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