Women’s stories walk you through Perth’s everyday corners. This self-guided women’s history tour uses your phone or tablet to bring Perth’s past to street level, with audio commentary and multimedia at each stop. You get a route that’s built for real timing too, so you can pause, look around, and keep moving at your pace.

I especially like the way the app turns ordinary landmarks into story prompts. You’ll hear about women connected to education, business, entertainment, politics, and the arts, and the stop-by-stop media mixes historical footage with text, photos, videos, and audio so it doesn’t feel like a lecture.

The one thing to consider is it’s phone-led, not a live guide, so you’ll want a charged device and the willingness to walk for up to a few hours while you follow the prompts on screen.

Key things to know before you go

• Group-price value: $17.93 per group (up to 5 people), so it can be cheaper than separate tickets if you’re going with friends or family.
• Smart turn-by-turn navigation: maps, media, and on-demand commentary work on any device you bring.
• Raine Square has augmented reality: one stop adds a special AR experience linked to major city buildings.
• Perth CBD route with varied themes: Queens/Wentworth connections, Yagan Square, Northbridge’s gritty trades, and a final stop at AGWA.
• Built for lingering: the format encourages extended stays, so you’re not forced into a sprint.
• Ends at art, not just history: the tour finishes at AGWA, where you can see work by an Indigenous artist in the gallery space.

Why this Perth women’s history tour feels different

If you live in Perth, you already know the city can be easy to overlook. The buildings look familiar. The squares feel like shortcuts. Even the street history can fade into background noise. This tour tackles that problem in a smart way: it doesn’t ask you to study from a book. It asks you to walk the CBD while the stories play beside you.

What makes it work is the mix of mediums. Each stop includes historical footage and audio commentary, and you get venue recommendations plus extra references if you want to keep reading later. The app also blends past and present, so you’re not only imagining history. You’re comparing it to what’s still around now.

I also like that the focus isn’t only on famous names. The route touches enterprising women, politics, arts, and also the kinds of stories that are often left out of standard plaques. Northbridge, in particular, leans into the city’s more complicated side, including connections to prostitution and the sly grog trades.

Price, time, and planning: what $17.93 buys you

The price is refreshingly simple: $17.93 per group, up to 5 people. That’s the kind of setup that can feel fair even if you’re unsure how long you’ll take. The tour is listed as lasting about 1 to 4 hours, which is a wide range for a reason. The design supports a quick walk-through or a slower, stop-and-stare version.

Booking is typically about a week ahead on average, so I’d treat this as a “plan it” item, not a last-minute impulse thing. That said, it’s a mobile ticket, and you’ll receive confirmation at booking time, so you’re not stuck lining up with paperwork when you arrive.

The best value play is going in a small group. A solo traveler can still make it work, but the economics really improve when you share the group price with 2 to 5 people. If your group includes at least one person who usually rushes, this tour can still fit—just keep the pause moments light and move on.

Start at Elizabeth Quay: setting the tone at The Island

Your journey begins at The Island at Elizabeth Quay, at the Elizabeth Quay Restaurant & Microbrewery area. It’s a good starting point because it’s easy to reach and it gets you grounded in a lively part of the CBD right away. You also get a clear handoff from the real world to the phone screen: when you arrive, your self-guided walk starts immediately.

Stop 1 is about Perth and an enterprising angle on women from Western Australia’s past. The tour frames the whole idea with a simple truth: well-behaved women seldom make history. Instead of pretending the past is complete, this format highlights women’s work in places where recognition was limited or uneven.

Practical tip: before you start walking, I’d take 30 seconds to check your audio volume and your phone battery. Once you’re moving, you don’t want to be wrestling with settings while your stories are playing.

Raine Square and the Queens/Wentworth Building stories (with AR)

Raine Square is where the tour gives you a noticeable tech moment: a special augmented reality experience. It’s tied to two women connected to the Queens Building and The Wentworth Building. If you like the idea of seeing the city differently—like using media to connect a building to a person—this is the stop that’s most likely to feel like a mini event.

The advantage here is that augmented reality can make a fairly abstract story feel concrete. Instead of only hearing names and timelines, you can get a stronger sense of what the space might have meant in its earlier life. Even if the AR piece is brief, it breaks up the walk so you’re not just listening the whole time.

One consideration: AR features can be picky if your phone struggles with signal or battery. If that’s your concern, lower screen brightness and keep an eye on charging options before you start.

Yagan Square: one story told in the open air

From Raine Square, the route continues to Yagan Square, where the tour uses the background of the square to tell the story of one of Australia’s most featured historical women.

This stop is a great reminder of why self-guided works for sightseeing. You’re standing where life happens now, but the app shifts your attention to who was shaping life back then. Yagan Square is also the kind of place where you can naturally watch people move while you listen, which makes the story feel less like a timed performance and more like part of the city’s daily rhythm.

Practical tip: if you want photos, do them before your audio starts, or pause the audio while you frame shots. The tour includes historical footage and audio commentary, so you’ll want your attention when the key moment comes.

Northbridge: the “baddest dames” angle, with trade-linked stories

Next up is Northbridge, and the tour doesn’t sanitize the theme. It spotlights two women connected to the area’s prostitution and sly grog trades.

This is one of the strongest reasons to do this tour instead of relying on a generic city walking loop. Northbridge history can get flattened into nightlife talk, but the tour’s angle ties it to real people and the roles they played. You come away with a more honest picture of how women navigated a city economy that could be rough, limiting, and still full of opportunity for those with nerve and intelligence.

I like that the tour stays factual in tone while still being human. You’re not asked to judge from afar—you’re asked to learn how these women influenced life around them, even when official recognition was scarce.

Also, this part of the route can make you a better observer. After you listen, you’ll start noticing the kinds of streets where commerce, entertainment, and survival overlapped.

AGWA ending: Indigenous art as a final chapter

The tour finishes at the Art Gallery of Western Australia (AGWA), in the Perth Cultural Centre area. The ending here is more than a convenient endpoint. It’s a thoughtful shift from street-level stories to art on display.

At AGWA, the tour introduces an inspiring Indigenous artist whose work is on display in the gallery space. This closing moment matters because it changes the feeling of the walk. Instead of treating women’s history as something locked behind plaques, you end with creative expression happening right now.

It also helps the tour land differently for different interests. If you love politics and trade, the earlier stops satisfy you. If you’re an art person, the finale gives you a reason to linger after the last audio clip ends—look at the work, take in the space, and connect what you just heard to what you can see.

AGWA is listed as open daily on the booking information, and the gallery is easy to reach from nearby transit. It’s also close to shopping malls and Yagan Square, which makes a smooth transition if you want food afterward.

How the app experience actually plays out (and why it’s worth it)

This tour is self-guided, so you control pacing. That sounds obvious, but it’s the difference between a history walk that feels like homework and one that feels like wandering with purpose.

Here’s what you can expect the app to do:

• Audio & immersive narration via your device
• Turn-by-turn navigation with maps and on-demand commentary
• Text, photos, videos, and audio blended across past and present
• Historical footage embedded at stops
• Venue recommendations and further historical references if you want to keep going
• Social media integration so you can capture and share moments with the media the tour prompts

The social side is practical, not just for posting. It helps you remember what you saw. You’re more likely to save key moments instead of letting them fade after a busy day.

The only drawback is the obvious one: you’re the driver. If you’re traveling with people who dislike using phones while walking, set expectations early. You can still enjoy the route, but the phone will be central to the experience.

Walking route logistics: comfort and timing tips

The tour is listed as lasting 1 to 4 hours, and because it’s CBD-based, you’ll be moving at a city walking pace. That range is a gift. If you have only a short window between meetings or catching a train, you can do it faster. If you’re free for an afternoon, you can linger.

A couple of tips to make it painless:

• Wear shoes that handle city sidewalks and stops.
• Check audio volume before you start so you don’t have to fiddle mid-story.
• Expect some stops to pull your attention more than others—plan for that with a little buffer time at the end.
• If your group splits attention (one person reads, another wants photos), the turn-by-turn guidance helps you regroup.

Also, because it’s a private tour activity for your group only, you won’t feel pressured by strangers speeding ahead. That makes it easier to keep the experience calm.

Who this Perth women’s history tour is best for

This fits best if you want something more thoughtful than a checklist of monuments, but less rigid than a scripted group tour.

You’ll likely enjoy it if:

• You like history tied to specific places like Queens Building, Wentworth Building, Yagan Square, Northbridge, and AGWA.
• Your group includes both “history nerd” and “just show me something interesting” people.
• You want a tour that doesn’t feel boring because the stories are delivered through audio plus visual media.
• You’re happy walking and using your phone to guide you.

It may be less ideal if you hate self-guided formats, or if you want a live guide to answer questions on the spot. This experience is built around the app, not an in-person storyteller.

Should you book the Female Trailblazers tour in Perth?

If you’re looking for a women’s history tour that feels modern, flexible, and genuinely place-based, I’d say yes. The biggest reason is how well it matches the city itself: Perth CBD is made for walking, and this route turns everyday locations into story stops you can understand without prior background.

Book it especially if you’re going with up to four people and want solid value for a multi-stop experience. The app design, the audio-first storytelling, and the mix of themes—from politics and arts to trade-linked Northbridge stories—make the walk more memorable than a simple sightseeing loop.

Skip it only if your group strongly prefers a live guide and you don’t want to rely on a phone for navigation and multimedia. Otherwise, this is a smart way to see Perth with new eyes—and finish in a gallery where the final chapter is still being made.

FAQ

How much does the tour cost?

It costs $17.93 per group (up to 5 people).

How long does the Perth Female Trailblazers tour take?

It’s listed as about 1 to 4 hours.

Is this tour self-guided or guided by a person?

It’s self-guided. You’ll use your phone or tablet, and there is no in-person tour guide included.

Where does the tour start?

The start is at The Island at Elizabeth Quay (Elizabeth Quay, 1 Valdura Pl, Perth WA 6000).

Where does the tour end?

It ends at the Art Gallery of Western Australia (AGWA), at Perth Cultural Centre, Perth WA 6000.

What type of ticket do I receive?

The tour uses a mobile ticket.

Is augmented reality included?

Yes. The Raine Square section includes a special augmented reality experience.

What’s included in the tour?

You get audio and immersive narration, turn-by-turn navigation with maps and commentary on your device, social media integration, and the ability to spend more time where you’re interested.

Do I need admission tickets?

The itinerary specifically lists admission ticket free for the Perth stop. Other stops are not detailed as free or paid in the provided info.

What’s the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid is not refunded.

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