About Us
Experience Brisbane Differently
Locally owned and operated Urban Tours Brisbane has emerged as a beloved cornerstone of Brisbane’s tourism landscape. Rooted in three core values - Experience, Energy, and Environment - we passionately curate unforgettable, engaging journeys through the beating heart of this vibrant city.
From walking tours and bike rides to small-group bus tours and Australia’s only adventure games of their kind, we help you experience Brisbane through the eyes of locals with an insider’s perspective - immersive, insightful, and a little unexpected.
Our Story
Urban Tours Brisbane began in 2021, founded by Guy Watson, a passionate local with a background in travel and a desire to offer something different. Originally launched as Brisbane Street Games during COVID lockdowns, the business was born from creativity and resilience, offering interactive scavenger hunts that encouraged people to rediscover their city.
By 2023, the business evolved into full-time touring as demand grew for small-group walking tours, cycle adventures, and guided bus experiences. Today, Urban Tours Brisbane is known for its intimate group sizes, warm hospitality, and uniquely local insights.
We’re not just telling stories - we’re showing you how Brisbane feels, from its riverbanks and street art to its hidden laneways and hilltop views.
What we offer
Our tours are designed for visitors who have a passion for discovery and genuinely engaging with a place, including first-time visitors and many who haven’t seen Brisbane in 20 years or more. Our guests often tell us they want to understand the city’s lifestyle, its transformation, and its history, and we love helping them do just that.
Choose your style of discovery:
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Walking Tours – Uncover hidden stories, history, and vibrant street culture across the city
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Bike Tours – Feel the breeze as you ride through South Bank, Kangaroo Point and riverside paths
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Mini Bus Tours – Great for less mobile guests, these small-group drives explore must-see spots beyond the city centre
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Adventure Games – Part scavenger hunt, part escape room, part Amazing Race—Australia’s only interactive city games like this
Our tours are all half-day experiences, and we operate them with no minimum bookings.
What Make Us Different
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Small groups only: 8 max for walking and bike tours; 10 for bus tours
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Locally owned and operated by passionate Brisbane residents
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Brisbane-only: We focus 100% on showcasing our city
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Personalised experiences: We remember your name and tailor each tour to our guests’ interests
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Community-driven: Donations from every ticket and guest review go to rotating local charities
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Sustainability in action: From litter pickups to conscious travel choices
Innovative offerings: Our Adventure Games are unique in Australia, and the Tiny Doors of Brisbane walking tour is a festive twist unlike anything else.
Meet The Team
Giving Back to the City We Love
We believe tourism should leave a place better than it found it. That’s why:
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We pick up at least two pieces of rubbish on every walking tour
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A portion of every ticket sold—and we donate money for every online review—is donated to local charities like Dig In, RSPCA, and South Brisbane Koala Foundation
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We rotate causes quarterly and match guest contributions at checkout
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We partner with Brisbane City Council to support cultural initiatives like the Tiny Doors street art project
Recognised for Excellence
⭐ Best of Queensland Experiences – awarded 3 years in a row
⭐ 5-star ratings across all major tourism platforms
🌱 Participating in Qld Tourism Industry Council’s Sustainable Tourism Program
Got Questions?
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Here are some common ones we get:
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Do you run every day? – Monday to Saturday (we have Sundays off)
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Is there a minimum group size? – No minimum numbers on our guided tours
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Do you cater for people with a disability? - We don’t have wheelchair facilities on our minibus, however we will do our very best to accommodate and include people with disabilities and specific needs. Please speak with us when you are making your booking so that we can tailor your experience to your needs.
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How many people in your team? – Three dedicated local guides
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Who do you donate to? – We support a different Brisbane-based charity every three months. Follow our socials to find out who
Recent Guest Testimonials
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Thank you, Matt, for a wonderful morning showing us the most significant places in Brisbane. We appreciated your simplicity in recounting historical events. Rossario, Italy, October 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The Introduction to Brisbane walking tour was a fantastic overview of Brisbane and its history, brought to life by our guide Guy. Highly recommended to visitors and locals alike. Steve, Australia, October 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐I recommend using Urban Tours Brisbane. Cheryl was welcoming from the start with her happy presence. Having laughs and good conversations throughout the tour. Go for it and book a tour....its a great experience. David, Tassie, September 2025