Uncovering our past

Historic Cemetery walking tour

Port Macquarie's second burying ground

This informative tour takes you through Port Macquarie's Historic Cemetery, the second burying ground, where nearly 1500 soldiers, convicts and settlers are buried.

Learn about the history of the cemetery, the intriguing stories of some of its occupants and their relatives and hear about the ongoing conservation of the monuments.

Details

Times:
Wednesday - Saturday
2.00pm (1.5 hours duration).
Excludes public holidays.

Departs:
From the cemetery steps corner Gordon and Horton Streets, Port Macquarie.

Cost:
$19.00 per person.

Tours are at a leisurely walk.
Bring a hat, sunscreen and a water bottle. Wear walking shoes or joggers.

North Coast Tourism Awards 2010 winner

Testimonial

I would like to thank you most sincerely for your part in entertaining our members with the talk and tour at the historic cemetery.

All those attending were most interested in this part of Port's history of which most had little knowledge.

Wing Commander Greg Hartig AM
Croki, Australia

Testimonial

Thank you so much for a most interesting and informative cemetery tour. Who knows what lies beneath these headstones? We do now! We know much more about the history of this early settlement. Thanks again Mitch.

Barry and Gai Faulks
Kangaroo Valley, Australia

Testimonial

Extremely interesting, informative and well presented. Thank you.

George Mills
Port Macquarie, Australia

Bookings

Bookings are essential.

Port Macquarie Hastings Heritage
Phone: 0447 429 016.

Private group tours can be organised by prior appointment, for days other than those shown on this page, by contacting Port Macquarie Hastings Heritage on 0447 429 016 or by email.