Hipster and Street Art Walking Tour
Overview
With Cairns being the second Hipster capital of Australia, it's no wonder it is so cool ("hip"). But what makes it Hipster and why do Hipsters play such an important role in larger society?
We will explore the influential Hipster culture through food, cafes, street art, elite barbers, and vintage shops. Find out how much your life may be influenced by hipsters or if you're a closet hipster...!
The tour provides an overview of the global Hipster culture and how it has expanded in Cairns.
The importance and evolution of tattooing as art and a global trend, the emergence of graffiti as art, the food trends that hipsters have influenced (including the emergence of vegan food options), and the niche of elite barbers (and those hipster beards!) are all explored.
Discounts for seniors, children and groups of 4 or more offered.
We will explore the influential Hipster culture through food, cafes, street art, elite barbers, and vintage shops. Find out how much your life may be influenced by hipsters or if you're a closet hipster...!
The tour provides an overview of the global Hipster culture and how it has expanded in Cairns.
The importance and evolution of tattooing as art and a global trend, the emergence of graffiti as art, the food trends that hipsters have influenced (including the emergence of vegan food options), and the niche of elite barbers (and those hipster beards!) are all explored.
Discounts for seniors, children and groups of 4 or more offered.
Inclusions
- Experienced guide
- 10% Voucher for the Cairns Museum
- 10% voucher for Tropik Nutrition
- Entry/Admission - Makin' Whoopee Gift Shop
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: evo Burger, 105 Lake St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Hipster café culture
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Cairns City Tattoo, 26 Shields St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Learn about the history of the Hipster movement and what characterised the top hipster cities of the world, which include the number of tattoo studios per capita
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Slap and Pickle Low and Slow Smokehouse, 62 Shields St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Hipster café to discuss Hipster food and music trends
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Makin' Whoopee Gift Shop, 58 Shields St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Visit to discuss Hipster culture of eco and handcrafted items
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: NorthSite Contemporary Arts (formerly KickArts), Bulmba-ja arts centre, 96 Abbott St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of the role of non-mainstream art in Hipster culture
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Jimmys Burger & Co, 66 Shields St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discuss Hipster food trends
Stop At: Coffee Works Cairns, 46 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discuss role of far north Queensland in national coffee production and specialist coffee producers in Cairns as part of Hipster culture
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Penlan Street Co, 3/53 Grafton St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of role of fashion in Hipster culture in Cairns.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Source Bulk Foods Cairns, Shop 10/85 Lake St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of health focus of Hipsters, including influencing health trends
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Café Strada, 79 Lake St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster food and coffee trends (and Hipster watching!)
Stop At: Vintage Seeker, Oceana Walk Arcade, 11/62 Grafton St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster culture and interest in vintage clothing and records
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Caffiend, 72 Grafton St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster café culture
Pass By: Eggplant and Poppy, Oceana Walk Arcade 10 62 Grafton St Shop 10, Oceana Walk Arcade, Cairns, Queensland 4870 Australia
Discussion of Hipster culture
Stop At: Blvk Temple Tattoo, shop 3/87 Lake St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster tattoo culture.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Pantry 15, Shop 15/62 Grafton St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster food culture
Stop At: Earth Toys, 33 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster game culture
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cartel Collective, Rydges Plaza, 4/32-40 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster elite barber trend
Duration: 5 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: evo Burger, 105 Lake St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Hipster café culture
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Cairns City Tattoo, 26 Shields St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Learn about the history of the Hipster movement and what characterised the top hipster cities of the world, which include the number of tattoo studios per capita
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Slap and Pickle Low and Slow Smokehouse, 62 Shields St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Hipster café to discuss Hipster food and music trends
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Makin' Whoopee Gift Shop, 58 Shields St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Visit to discuss Hipster culture of eco and handcrafted items
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: NorthSite Contemporary Arts (formerly KickArts), Bulmba-ja arts centre, 96 Abbott St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of the role of non-mainstream art in Hipster culture
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Jimmys Burger & Co, 66 Shields St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discuss Hipster food trends
Stop At: Coffee Works Cairns, 46 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discuss role of far north Queensland in national coffee production and specialist coffee producers in Cairns as part of Hipster culture
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Penlan Street Co, 3/53 Grafton St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of role of fashion in Hipster culture in Cairns.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Source Bulk Foods Cairns, Shop 10/85 Lake St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of health focus of Hipsters, including influencing health trends
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Café Strada, 79 Lake St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster food and coffee trends (and Hipster watching!)
Stop At: Vintage Seeker, Oceana Walk Arcade, 11/62 Grafton St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster culture and interest in vintage clothing and records
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Caffiend, 72 Grafton St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster café culture
Pass By: Eggplant and Poppy, Oceana Walk Arcade 10 62 Grafton St Shop 10, Oceana Walk Arcade, Cairns, Queensland 4870 Australia
Discussion of Hipster culture
Stop At: Blvk Temple Tattoo, shop 3/87 Lake St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster tattoo culture.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Pantry 15, Shop 15/62 Grafton St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster food culture
Stop At: Earth Toys, 33 Sheridan St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster game culture
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cartel Collective, Rydges Plaza, 4/32-40 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Discussion of Hipster elite barber trend
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Ashley C
September 2019
My husband and I had an amazing time with Georgia on this tour! It was so fun to see Cairns through the lens of the hipster influence. She introduced us to so many cool restaurants, shops and murals that we never would have known about on our own! Georgia has out a lot of time and effort into org...
My husband and I had an amazing time with Georgia on this tour! It was so fun to see Cairns through the lens of the hipster influence. She introduced us to so many cool restaurants, shops and murals that we never would have known about on our own! Georgia has out a lot of time and effort into organizing everything. I'm excited to explore all of the places she showed us now that I'll be living in Cairns for a month. Definitely take the time to go on this tour, it will be a highlight of your trip to Cairns!Emmylouloves
July 2019
I mean as a local, I knew Cairns was good but now I’ve seen it through a different lense altogether. This tour is brilliant as Georgia’s passion for the history and culture of Cairns shines a whole new light on the city. It really is a wonderful way to spend an hour and a half and for such a grea...
I mean as a local, I knew Cairns was good but now I’ve seen it through a different lense altogether. This tour is brilliant as Georgia’s passion for the history and culture of Cairns shines a whole new light on the city. It really is a wonderful way to spend an hour and a half and for such a great price; accessible for everyone. Hipster or not, you’re going to love the hidden gems that Georgia will reveal to you as you cruise the streets of this beautiful Cairns. Only one negative I need to mention: I just had to go back and spend some money in the new shops and delicious eateries that we popped into!!!! Loved every minute Georgia! Thank you.ellayogi23
July 2019
The Hipster Walking Tour was great fun. Tattoo parlours, burger bars, funky shops and cool graffiti. Georgia has lots of fun facts and shows you the hippest places to check out and enjoy in the city. I am a local and loved a closer look at the street art. My parents were visiting and loved seeing...
The Hipster Walking Tour was great fun. Tattoo parlours, burger bars, funky shops and cool graffiti. Georgia has lots of fun facts and shows you the hippest places to check out and enjoy in the city. I am a local and loved a closer look at the street art. My parents were visiting and loved seeing Cairns through the lens of a hipster. Highly recommended.Raj D
July 2019
After the walking tour my wife and I connected to Cairns in way we never would have otherwise. We discovered quaint stores and cool food (think organic, farm to table) places and even got discounts for future purchases. And we had an amazing time with Georgia who is one of the warmest, friendlies...
After the walking tour my wife and I connected to Cairns in way we never would have otherwise. We discovered quaint stores and cool food (think organic, farm to table) places and even got discounts for future purchases. And we had an amazing time with Georgia who is one of the warmest, friendliest beings on the planet.AnthroEndeavour
July 2019
As a Cairns local, I was a little sceptic to this tour at first, mainly because I could never place my perception of 'hipster' together with Cairns. I ended up absolutely loving the tour, thanks to Georgia's incredibly open, grounded nature which makes anyone feel at home in her company. Georgia ...
As a Cairns local, I was a little sceptic to this tour at first, mainly because I could never place my perception of 'hipster' together with Cairns. I ended up absolutely loving the tour, thanks to Georgia's incredibly open, grounded nature which makes anyone feel at home in her company. Georgia herself is one of the hidden gems of this tour, with extensive knowledge of the back alleys of Cairns and what's going on in the city. I learned an incredible amount about the town and was able to discover new sights and hotspots to explore thanks to her. This city has long deserved this kind of activity, where locals and tourists can meet, where tourists can get to know the city, and where locals can re-discover their hometown. A definite must, for anyone, when in the city.authentic_af
July 2019
Georgia definitely got the type of energy a person needs in order to run engaging walking tours. With a nerdescé level of knowledge, coupled with the laid back approach that makes Cairns what it is, she provides participants with an engaging and informative tour. A hipster myself, I especially de...
Georgia definitely got the type of energy a person needs in order to run engaging walking tours. With a nerdescé level of knowledge, coupled with the laid back approach that makes Cairns what it is, she provides participants with an engaging and informative tour. A hipster myself, I especially delighted in her theories on localised hipsterness. Only thing missing from the tour was a micro brewery, but apparently those aren't included in the index developed by the 'murican relocation company that places Cairns as hipster spot number two in Straya.