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Step into a world where human ambition literally reshaped the earth. This immersive walking tour takes you through the heart of the Gold Coast's iconic waterways, revealing the hidden engineering, the brilliant marketing, and the profound ecological sacrifices that turned a swampy floodplain into the largest canal network in the Southern Hemisphere. Discover the invisible labor that keeps the water flowing, the architectural evolution of waterfront living, and the thrilling reality of sharing your backyard with bull sharks. This is the story of a city that dared to conquer nature, and the ongoing battle to maintain that conquest.
- A 6.8 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 156 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and Social Fabric & Everyday Life
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Gold Coast's main station, take local public transport toward Chevron Island East Bridge. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Chevron Island East Bridge, Gold Coast, Australia. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From HOTA Green Bridge, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Gold Coast's main station. The departure point is HOTA Green Bridge, Gold Coast, Australia. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
The perfect vantage point to understand the initial 1950s dredging that turned sandbars into residential estates.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Named after Stanley Korman, this park delves into the real estate frenzy and marketing of the 1960s.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Focuses on the ongoing maintenance, tidal flushing, and engineering required to prevent stagnation.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Evandale Park
Highlights the environmental impact, the loss of native mangroves, and the displacement of indigenous knowledge.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A man-made swimming lake that reveals the reality of coexisting with the bull sharks of the Nerang River.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A modern vantage point to reflect on the future of the canal city in the face of climate change and rising sea levels.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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