History walks in Melbourne
Guided walks through old towns, wartime districts and ancient centres, led by guides who know what happened on each street.
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Compare at a glance
Prices run from £16 to £53 per person. 2 of 3 are private or small-group tours (12 people or fewer). Select a tour name for meeting point, stops and what's included.
| Tour | Duration | Group | From | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Melbourne Walking Tour: History, Laneways & Culture | 3 hours | Up to 12 | £53 | 4.9 (1,612) |
| Melbourne Historical Walking Tour: Crime, Gangsters & Lolly Shops | 2 hours | Up to 20 | £16 | 5.0 (154) |
| Melbourne History Walk with Bar Stops & Local Stories | 3 hours | Up to 12 | £27 | 4.8 (83) |
Ultimate Melbourne Walking Tour: History, Laneways & Culture (opens Viator in a new tab)
A three-hour walk through Melbourne's history, laneways and culture with a local guide. Tour details: Ultimate Melbourne Walking Tour: History, Laneways & Culture
Guided in English
From £53Free cancellation
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Melbourne Historical Walking Tour: Crime, Gangsters & Lolly Shops (opens Viator in a new tab)
A walk through Melbourne's history of crime, gangsters and lolly shops. Tour details: Melbourne Historical Walking Tour: Crime, Gangsters & Lolly Shops
Guided in English
From £16Free cancellation
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Melbourne History Walk with Bar Stops & Local Stories (opens Viator in a new tab)
A walk through Melbourne's history with stops at bars. Tour details: Melbourne History Walk with Bar Stops & Local Stories
Guided in English
From £27Free cancellation
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