Step Back in Time: Exploring Early Melbourne
Overview
Join us on a fascinating 3.5-hour walking tour as we uncover the stories behind Melbourne's oldest surviving buildings—structures that stood before the gold rush transformed the city forever. This isn't just an architecture tour; it's a journey through time.
As we explore the city, we’ll visit eight historic buildings that have witnessed Melbourne's evolution. Learn about the people who lived, worshipped, shopped, and socialized within their walls. Discover how these buildings have changed and adapted to modern life while still preserving their connection to Melbourne’s early days.
Between the stops, hear about early Melbourne—the struggles, triumphs, and quirks of a frontier town finding its feet. You'll pass through streets that once bustled with traders, settlers, and pioneers, revealing the hidden stories that shaped this vibrant city.
Whether you're a history buff or just curious about Melbourne's past, this tour will give you a new perspective on the city you thought you knew.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Booklet with historic photos of the buildings you visit.
Meeting Location
Cnr King St &
Batman Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Bank Place
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Your tour ends outside the Mitre Tavern which is just off Collins Street. You might like to have lunch here, or your tour host can show you how to get back to your hotel, or to whatever your next activity is.
What To Expect
St James' Old Cathedral
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Melbourne
2 hours 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Mitre Tavern
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-5183P15
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Booklet with historic photos of the buildings you visit.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 15..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Step Back in Time: Exploring Early Melbourne is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Step Back in Time: Exploring Early Melbourne will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Booklet with historic photos of the buildings you visit.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
