A Guided Walking Tour on the History of Melbourne
Overview
Explore the sites and sounds of Melbourne on this guided walking tour. Visiting grand attractions and significant landmarks you’ll discover Melbourne’s golden history, uncover it’s sordid secrets and experience the cultural diversity that makes this city marvellous.
Starting on the banks of the Yarra River before moving through Melbourne’s famous streets and laneways, your professional guide will share the history of:
- The city’s indigenous heritage
- European settlement in the 1830s
- The Gold Rush period of the 1850s
- The development of Chinatown
- Crime and Punishment in the city
Whether you’re an international guest to Australia’s most liveable city, or a local wanting to learn more about the history and cultural fabric of Melbourne, this tour offers you a guided experience through the streets and laneways of the city centre.
What's Included
- Audio Device
- Professional Guide
Meeting Location
Saint Kilda Road
Southbank VIC 3004, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
What To Expect
Yarra River
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Flinders Street Station
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hosier Lane
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Old Treasury Building
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Chinatown
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Old Melbourne Gaol
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
State Library Victoria
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Royal Arcade
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-5580804P1
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