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Discover the haunted history on a 2-hour guided historic ghost tour of Ipswich General Cemetery-also known as Ipswich Cemetery-on the edge of the city opposite a former mental asylum; you’ll hear chilling tales of a boy made of stone, forgotten graves, and links to convicts and bushrangers, plus spine-tingling stories of Dan Kelly, the Ghost of the Walloon Saloon and the Haunted Castle. As one of Ipswich’s original historic ghost tours (est. 1998), this experience is led by haunted-historian Jack Sim, author of the Ghost Trails Series HAUNTED IPSWICH, and is an ideal pick for anyone booking tours and sightseeing, history-focused Events or evening entertainment while staying in Brisbane and the surrounding region.

About this activity in Ipswich

Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed.

Highlights

  • Join a 2-hour guided historic ghost tour through Ipswich General Cemetery in Brisbane and uncover local haunted stories like The Boy, the Ghost of the Walloon Saloon and the Haunted Castle.
  • Hear true-crime and colonial-era tales about convicts, bushrangers and the site’s most mysterious graves from an experienced guide.
  • Experience Ipswich’s original ghost tours (est. 1998) led by haunted-historian Jack Sim, author of the Ghost Trails series.
  • Explore atmospheric graves, forgotten monuments and the morbid museum setting on the city’s edge for an immersive after-dark walk.

Important Information

  • Duration: approximately 2 hours on an outdoor walking tour across uneven paths-wear sturdy shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
  • This tour blends history and paranormal storytelling; it’s family-friendly but contains spooky themes that may not suit very young children.
  • Pets are allowed on the tour; please keep animals on a lead and under control for everyone’s safety.
  • Bookings are required through Varoom; arrive 10–15 minutes early so the tour can depart on time.

Meeting Point

Assemble at the main entrance gate of Ipswich General Cemetery (opposite the former mental asylum) - your guide will meet you there 10–15 minutes before the scheduled start.

Includes

  • You can bring pets - pets are allowed for bookings and Events listed on Varoom in Ipswich, Brisbane.
  • This destination welcomes animals, so you can plan pet-friendly activities and stays with confidence here.
  • Pets are accepted across applicable event categories, making it easier for you to include your animal companion in your plans.

Excludes

  • No specific pet restrictions are listed in the provided policy - the only stated point is that pets are allowed.
  • There are no exclusions mentioned regarding event categories or booking types in the supplied policy text.
  • The policy does not specify any banned pet types or situations; it simply confirms that pets are allowed.

Other

  • You should consider the pet-friendly nature of the area when searching Varoom listings in Ipswich, Brisbane.
  • Including pets can help you find experiences and accommodations that better match your travel plans in the region.
  • Knowing pets are allowed lets you prioritize Events and stays that accommodate animal companions while booking here.

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On this 2 hour guided historic ghost tour you’ll explore the morbid museum on the edge of the city and hear eerie stories including The Boy made of stone, the Ghost of the Walloon Saloon, Dan Kelly, The Haunted Castle, convicts and bushrangers. The tour is led by haunted-historian Jack Sim, author of the Ghost Trails Series HAUNTED IPSWICH.
You’ll hear morbid and historic tales about forgotten graves, bushrangers and haunted sites, so consider the spooky content when deciding if the tour fits your family or kids; the experience focuses on historic ghost stories and local lore.
The tour appeals to Tours & Sightseeing, Art & Culture and history-seekers, Adventure & Thrill and Shows & Entertainment fans, plus Group-Friendly and seasonal event attendees who want a guided, storytelling-driven experience of haunted Ipswich.
The guided tour runs for approximately 2 hours and is operated by haunted-historian Jack Sim, who established Ipswich’s original historic ghost tours in 1998 and authored the Ghost Trails Series HAUNTED IPSWICH.
Yes, pets are allowed on the tour, so you can include your companion when exploring the haunted history opposite the former mental asylum.
You’ll get an original, storytelling-led experience established in 1998 that combines local history and hauntings - from The Boy and the Ghost of the Walloon Saloon to Dan Kelly and The Haunted Castle - delivered by Jack Sim, a dedicated haunted-historian and author of HAUNTED IPSWICH.