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English Melbourne Walking Tour

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Melbourne, Australia
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Take a 2-hour tour of Melbourne’s historic CBD and see the key sights, hear fascinating stories, and discover some hidden details. Starting at Federation Square, your guide will take you through the streets of Melbourne & it's brilliant alleyways, hearing the unique stories about Australia's best city.

Starting at Federation Square, your guide will take you through the streets of Melbourne & it's brilliant alleyways.

One of Melbourne’s only locally owned and operated tour companies, this tour promises to offer stories unheard of anywhere else and an insightful experience. Rated Oceania's "Best Walking Tour" of 2024, we can promise you’ll walk away learning a lot and with a smile on your face.

Please note: You will be joining a larger group booking from a range of platforms, some of these being 'pay-as-you-feel' sites. Booking costs for this tour are set at our average 'tip-per-person' from our pay-as-you-feel tour.

What's Included

  • Walking Tour of Melbourne in English

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Federation Square
    Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Queen Street
    Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

    The tour finishes at the Queen Victoria Market on the corner of Elizabeth Street and Victoria Street.

    What To Expect

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    Fed Square

    You will meet your guide here, look out for the orange umbrella at the top of the stairs!
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    St Paul's Cathedral

    You will receive an overview of the church's history alongside the surroundings before a brief 3-4 minute self-guided exploration of the church's interior
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Flinders Street Station

    Your guide will talk you through the history of Melbourne's most well-known landmark
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Hosier Lane

    Your guide will walk you through the lane and explain some of the hidden & brilliant aspects of Melbourne's famous 'graffiti' street
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Degraves Street

    See the bustling, European-style & most famous walking street in Melbourne as your guide explains some of the hidden history lying beneath Melbourne
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Block Arcade

    Your guide will walk you through one of Australia's oldest arcades, with plenty of fascinating history and beauty
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Royal Arcade

    Australia's oldest arcade, your guide will detail to you some of the wacky and unique about this beautiful location
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Bourke Street Mall

    Your guide will explain the significance of the Mall, being the centre of Melbourne & a prominent shopping strip
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Chinatown

    Your guide will explain the historical significance of Melbourne's Chinatown and the relevance to Melbourne's Chinese population through to today
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    State Library Victoria

    A must-see, your guide will explain to you the features and the unmissable about the library for you to come back and explore
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Old Melbourne Gaol

    With a spooky & haunted past, the Old Melbourne Gaol has a history steeped in mystery and intrigue
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Melbourne City Baths

    A beautiful old building surrounded by the metropolis of Melbourne, the Melbourne City Baths have a very interesting history still through to today
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Queen Victoria Market

    A great place to conclude the tour & one of Melbourne's most iconic landmarks, the Queen Victoria Market is also a great place to stop for some food following the tour
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the English Melbourne Walking Tour?

    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 (AEDT). 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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    Activity code: C-465797P2

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Walking Tour of Melbourne in English

    Additional Info

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    • 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
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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