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Private Melbourne: Fitzroy, Collingwood, Culture, Coffee, History

7 Reviews 4.86 out of 5 stars Based on 7 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Melbourne, Australia

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Overview

This tour explores two of (Naarm) Melbourne’s most characteristic and colourful inner-city neighbourhoods. You’ll weave through historic streets filled with colourful murals and backstreet graffiti before enjoying a delicious Melbourne coffee at an amazing, local social enterprise cafe. Learn about the up’s and down’s of these twin neighbourhoods and some of their most fascinating characters from an infamous criminal turned children's author, passionate football fans, the “Willy Wonka” of Australia, First Nations elders and recent migrants who have helped shape modern Australia. After exploring the evolving arts and live music culture of the area we’ll end with some refreshment and give you plenty of recommendations for places to eat, drink and shop when the tour concludes.

What's Included

  • Discover some of the best street art in Melbourne including the incredible Keith Haring mural
  • Visit a social enterprise café that employs and supports, disadvantaged youth
  • Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
  • Additional drinks and food
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Meeting Location

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Napier Street
Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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Fitzroy VIC 3065
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Fitzroy (near public transport back to the City Centre)

What To Expect

STREAT Cromwell Cafe

Here you will hear about the amazing projects and employment opportunities that this social enterprise café deliver. You will try one of their own in-house roasted coffees.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Smith Street

You will walk through the back streets to get to Smith Street, one of the earliest shopping streets in Melbourne and discover all kinds of stores from the first supermarkets in Australia to the latest pop-up local artist shops. You will also see some incredible street art along the way and learn the history of the area.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Collingwood Yards

Discover the amazing arts scene and hear about other incredible social enterprises in the area with a visit to the Collingwood Arts Precinct.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Keith Haring Mural

Learn about Melbourne's passion for live music at an iconic live music venue and also take in the impressive Keith Haring mural. One of his best preserved public murals in the world.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Napier Hotel

Opened in 1866, The Napier Hotel is an example of a classic inner-city pub that we might end our journey at for an afternoon refreshment
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Please wear comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather conditions on the day. Keep in mind that Melbourne’s weather can be unpredictable. This tour will run rain, hail or shine.
  • In the event that one of our venues will not be able to accommodate us, a suitable alternative will be offered.
  • This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Melbourne: Fitzroy, Collingwood, Culture, Coffee, History?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Discover some of the best street art in Melbourne including the incredible Keith Haring mural
  • Visit a social enterprise café that employs and supports, disadvantaged youth
  • Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
  • Beer/Cider/Wine or Soft Drink
  • Visit a neighbourhood watering hole and an iconic live music venue loved by locals
  • We donate $1AUD to the café for every guest that joins this tour
  • Enjoy a famous Melbourne coffee brewed fresh from their in-house roastery
  • Explore the diverse suburbs of Fitzroy and Collingwood
  • Join friendly Local, English-speaking guide
  • Additional drinks and food

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please wear comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather conditions on the day. Keep in mind that Melbourne’s weather can be unpredictable. This tour will run rain, hail or shine.
  • In the event that one of our venues will not be able to accommodate us, a suitable alternative will be offered.
  • This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6.
  • This tour can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free requests.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).

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