Gladstone Highlights

Discover the thriving regional town of Gladstone, Queensland’s largest multi commodity port, surrounded by islands and is a gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. Pass interesting sights including the Regional Art Gallery and Museum housed in the Old Town Hall, and make your way to Spinnaker Park. Continue onto the Tondoon Botanic Gardens and enjoy free time to walk around the grounds, the lake and the Japanese Tea House. The garden is one of the only totally native gardens in Australia and home to birds, wallabies and turtles. Pass by the NRG Gladstone power station as you return to the Pier.

Location

Gladstone
Tour Code

GLT000
Duration

3.5 hours
Price

Adult from $49.99
Children (12 & under) from $49.99

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Special Notes

Please wear comfortable flat-soled shoes, clothing suited to the weather conditions, a hat and jacket, plenty of biodegradable sunscreen and bring bottled water Please bring cash/credit cards for purchases at the café, gift shop, art gallery and visitor centre

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