Step beyond the veil and into the mystical world of death, legend, and lore on our Folklore, Myth & Magick tour—a special night-time experience like no other. Under the moonlit sky, we’ll journey through the real history behind centuries-old superstitions, ancient rituals, and eerie cemetery symbolism from cultures around the world.
By torch light, uncover the fascinating beliefs that shaped how societies honored the dead, protected the living, and explained the unknown, including:
💀 Día de los Muertos (the Day of the Dead)
👻 The ‘White’ & ‘Black’ Ladies of cemetery urban legend
🔮 The folklore behind cemetery symbols & symbolism
📖 The Egyptian Book of the Dead
🎃 Samhain, spells of protection & a mixed bag of myths
This tour is the perfect way to explore the cemetery safely after dark—while uncovering the strange and spellbinding stories woven through its history.
All of our tours are not-for-profit, with all money raised going to our cemetery history and maintenance projects.
Prices
Single bookings: $20 per person/$15 per concession.
FOSBC & Coffin Club members: $10 per member.
Group bookings (four or more people): $15 per person.
Walking difficulty
Moderate (Grade 3) – Please be aware, given the aging nature of the cemetery, this tour involves walking [slowly] up hills predominantly over generally modified terrain [hardened earth, less than 1200mm wide], mostly clear of intrusions & obstacles. Please advise us of any relevant medical concerns prior to attending the tour.
Duration
2 – 2½ hours [tour times can vary, depending on levels of customer interaction during the tour].
Age level
This tour is suitable for ages 12 years and up – it contains supernatural, murder & suicide themes.
These tours are presented by the Friends of South Brisbane Cemetery, under license from the Brisbane City Council.
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