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Ultimate Melbourne Walking Tour: History, Laneways & Culture

Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
$85.95
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Experience authentic Melbourne on this 3-hour walking tour with a passionate local guide who unlocks the city's secrets, including complimentary coffee and pub drink with stories you won't hear elsewhere. Perfect for first-time visitors or locals seeking a fresh perspective, combining Gold Rush history, famous street art laneways, and genuine local culture.

Join an experienced guide and small group to discover Melbourne's transformation from humble beginnings to cultural capital. Walk through Gold Rush architecture, navigate street-art laneways, and explore historic Victorian arcades while learning captivating stories spanning centuries.

Experience Melbourne through locals' eyes with real stories behind the city's transformation. This tour combines essential Melbourne experiences - coffee culture and pub hospitality - with insights about characters and businesses that built this city. Small groups (max 12) ensures a personalised experience for an extraordinary Melbourne adventure.
Complete Melbourne Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

  • Access to all outdoor attractions and viewpoints
  • Commentary and stories not found in guidebooks
  • Professional local English-speaking guide
  • Free Melbourne map and guided recommendations
  • Complimentary Melbourne coffee (flat white, long black, or hot chocolate)
  • Complimentary alcoholic beverage (house beer, wine, or cider) or soft drink
  • Small group tour (maximum 12 travelers)
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
Starting Point is Gordon Reserve (74-108 Spring St East Melbourne) Gordon Reserve is the small park opposite the Hotel Windsor. Go to the Windsor Hotel. Cross the street to the park with the fountain. Look for your guide with a blue umbrella.

  • Historic luxury hotel (1883) and Melbourne landmark - our tour begins at Gordon Reserve directly across the street
  • Distant views of the seat of Victorian state government with impressive colonial architecture (pass by)
  • Old Treasury Building
    See the beautiful Gold Rush architecture that made Melbourne the world's richest city
  • Collins Street
    Melbourne's premium shopping and financial district with historic buildings
  • Melbourne Laneways
    Discover Melbourne's famous street art scene including Duckboard Place and AC/DC Lane - iconic laneways showcasing ever-changing graffiti and murals by local and international artists.
  • Depending on the day, our route may also include Hosier Lane, Melbourne's most famous street art destination (pass by)
  • Fed Square
    Federation Square: Melbourne's main cultural square and iconic modern architecture
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
    Distant views of the world's largest cricket stadium while we discuss this temple of Australian sport and the surrounding sporting precinct
  • Flinders Street Station
    Historic railway station and Melbourne's most recognizable landmark
  • Degraves Street
    Famous laneway café culture and European-style dining atmosphere. Experience Melbourne’s world-famous coffee culture with complimentary hot drink at a renowned local café.
  • The Block Arcade
    Historic Victorian shopping arcade with mosaic floors and elegant architecture
  • Hidden bars and boutique laneways in Melbourne's cultural heart.
  • ACDC Lane
    Home to rock-and-roll murals
  • Royal Arcade
    Australia's oldest arcade featuring the famous Gog and Magog mythical figures
  • Bourke Street Mall
    Melbourne's primary shopping precinct and bustling pedestrian mall
  • Chinatown
    The world's oldest continuously operating Chinatown with authentic restaurants
  • State Library Victoria
    Magnificent heritage building and the state's premier research library - hear Ned Kelly's legendary story.
  • Yarra River
    Walk alongside the beautiful riverbanks
  • Historic bluestone prison that operated from 1845-1929 3 minutes. (pass by)
  • Historic pub finish with complimentary beer, wine, cider or soft drink.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Available only to individual travellers in small groups. If you're in a school group, business trip, or any other group larger than 10, please contact us to set up a private tour
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Ultimate Melbourne Walking Tour: History, Laneways & Culture

    Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
    $85.95
    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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