ART - Architecture and Street Art Walk

Get a creative local's guide to the hidden secrets of Newcastle on the city's ultimate walking tour. This urban exploration of Newcastle will introduce you to the best of the city's history, architecture, new developments, and street art.

Discover what makes Newcastle unique and how it has broken the from old stereotypes on this walking tour.

Explore the eclectic streets between the harbour and the sea, find street art, amazing new architecture, and check out some of Newcastle's most beautiful hidden houses. We'll show you some of Newcastle's most interesting historic sites and architecture, and new creative hubs.

This tour is the perfect way for locals from the region to gain a better understanding of Newcastle. This tour will cover 3km at a medium to fast pace. The tour is wheelchair and pram accessible and suitable to all ages.

Your friendly local guide will provide amazing insights into Newcastle showcasing things you would never discover on your own, sharing interesting local stories and fun facts along the way. 

Through the behind-the-scenes tour you will learn how mural creation has moved from illegal to coveted, and discover how some of Newcastle's most unique public art was created.

The tour is full of fascinating stories from Aboriginal culture and the city's early colonial days, right through to Newcastle's exciting modern developments and public art. 

Please arrive at Wheeler Place outside Newcastle’s Civic Theatre at 9:30am for a 9:45am start.

Children

Children are welcome on our walking tours, we love sharing our excitement about the city with people of all ages! Please note that this tour may have people from a variety of ages and we will endeavour to make it interesting for everyone. 

Dress Code

Wear comfortable shoes, preferably closed toed. Bring sun and/or rain protection and a bottle of water.

Newcastle Afoot walking tours operate in nearly all weather conditions, so we will go ahead even if it is raining!

Please check the weather on the morning of your tour and prepare appropriately - bring an umbrella and rain jacket as needed. Sunscreen is a must - we will be outside most of the tour. On very hot days the tour will be adapted to reduce our time in the sun.

Terms & Conditions

See Terms and Conditions for more information.

Mural Artwork: Fintan Magee and  Sophia Flegg.