Melbourne Free Walking Tour

This complimentary tour through Melbourne offers an excellent opportunity to delve into one of the city's historical areas. Prepare to uncover the intriguing East End!

Tour Overview

Welcome to the East End of Melbourne! At the appointed time, we will gather at Federation Square to commence our journey through one of Melbourne's earliest districts. Are you ready to begin?

To start, we'll explore some of the city's most notable landmarks, including the lesser-known aspects of Federation Square, the Yarra River, and the stunning St. Paul's Cathedral, recognized as the only neogothic structure nestled in Melbourne's core.

Next, we will venture into the East End, passing through AC/DC Lane, a street that pays tribute to the legendary rock band. Did you know that this vibrant city played a crucial role in their rise to fame? We will delve into this remarkable narrative! Following this, we will stroll through the lively Degraves Street, a favorite spot among locals due to its energetic bars.

Our next destination during this free tour will be the town hall, which boasts impressive architecture sure to captivate you. We will proceed to the Block Arcade and the Royal Arcade, two shopping hubs that transport you back to the Victorian era.

Continuing our adventure, we will navigate down Bourke Street to arrive at Chinatown, a neighborhood integral to the establishment of Chinese culture in Australia. Nearby, we will visit the charming State Library Victoria, recognized as the nation’s oldest public library. This institution was among the first free libraries globally!

As we approach the conclusion of our tour, we will discover the City Baths and Queen Victoria Market, both pivotal locations within the East End.

After two hours of exploration, we will return to the starting point to wrap up this engaging experience.