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Melbourne History Walk with Bar Stops & Local Stories

Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
$35.51
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Afternoon in Melbourne: Booze and History Tour invites you to uncover the city’s hidden past while enjoying a selection of unique drinks. With a local guide leading the way, you’ll discover stories that bring Melbourne’s history to life.

  • 🍹 Begin your adventure at the Sir William Clarke Memorial, located near the historic Old Treasury Building, setting the tone for an engaging exploration.
  • 🍻 Visit three carefully curated bars that range from craft beer spots to secret speakeasies, chosen based on your drink preferences and the day's offerings.
  • 🍸 Experience a hidden cocktail bar tucked behind a historic church, adding a delightful twist to your tour with its charming ambiance.
  • 📜 Delve into the stories of the Little Lon Distilling Co., once a vibrant red-light district, revealing Melbourne’s wild past with entertaining anecdotes.
  • 🥢 Each tour concludes based on your interests, with Chinatown being a popular choice filled with hidden laneway bars for a final drink.
  • 👨‍🏫 Included is a local English-speaking guide who enriches your experience with fascinating insights and captivating tales.
  • 💵 Tips and gratuities for your guide are included, allowing you to focus entirely on the enjoyment of the tour.
  • ♿ The tour is wheelchair accessible, ensuring that everyone can partake in this historical adventure.
  • 🚆 Convenient public transportation options are available nearby, making it easy to reach the starting point of your tour.
  • 🌱 This experience is carbon neutral and run by a certified B Corp, emphasizing a commitment to responsible travel and sustainability.

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Afternoon in Melbourne: Booze and History Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Tips/gratuities for your guide
  • Drinks, food

Meeting point
Sir William Clarke Memorial Statue, Corner of Spring St and Treasury Place (next to the Old Treasury Building) Find the exact meeting point with what3words: ///bounty.gift.allow
Return details
City - Central Business District, within the free tram zone

  • Begin at the Sir William Clarke Memorial near the Old Treasury Building, then visit three unique bars chosen by your guide—ranging from craft beer spots to hidden speakeasies, depending on the day.
  • Your guide selects three great bars based on the weather, your drink preferences, and what’s open that day. One favorite stop is a hidden cocktail bar tucked behind a historic church.
  • Little Lon Distilling Co.
    Once a lively red‑light district filled with brothels, opium dens, and gambling rooms, this area reveals Melbourne’s wild past—told through stories that are far more fun than anything from school.
  • Chinatown
    Each tour ends where your interests lead, and Chinatown is a favorite—packed with hidden laneway bars perfect for a final drink or two.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Bring card or cash? While most stalls take cards, a few may require a minimum spend — consider carrying some cash.
  • Rain or shine? This tour runs in all weather — just bring layers and a sense of adventure.
  • Under 18? This tour is for adults only — guests must be 18 or older to join.
  • Is the tour accessible? Some areas may have limitations, but we’ll tailor the experience with early communication.
  • How far do we walk? The tour covers around 1.5 km (0.9 miles), but this may vary based on group interests.
  • Are drinks included? Drinks are not included, so you’re free to choose whatever you love at each stop — from craft cocktails to wine, beer, or alcohol‑free options. No fixed menu, no generic inclusions, just total flexibility to match your taste.
  • Is sustainability important to you? This tour is carbon neutral and run by a certified B Corp committed to responsible travel.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Melbourne History Walk with Bar Stops & Local Stories

    Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
    $35.51
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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