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This isn’t your average Melbourne walking tour.
Join your passionate and knowledgeable local guides on an inspiring tour of Melbourne's secret women’s history. Walk with us through the heart of the city from Lonsdale Street, through Chinatown and past Parliament before finishing at Melbourne’s Town Hall.
We’ll uncover the hidden history behind some of Melbourne’s most iconic landmarks, including the Princess Theatre, The Hotel Windsor and the Capitol, as well as some hidden gems including Casseldon Place, where the last cottage built in 1877 still remains, and the site of one of Melbourne’s most iconic queer cafes in the 1950s. This diverse, interesting and unique tour will leave you feeling empowered, entertained and inspired to learn more.
This tour is perfect for first time visitors, seasoned Melbournians and interstate travellers alike. Together we'll uncover some incredible stories of history-shaping women and you might even make a few new friends along the way!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour begins next to the QVWC shop in QV square, behind the Queen Victoria Women's Centre. Your guide will be easy to spot in a pink She Shapes History shirt and tote bag.
We'll finish the tour at Melbourne Town Hall. This is a 10 minute walk from where we began the tour.
Itinerary
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Queen Victoria Women's Centre (Pass by)
We start at the Queen Victoria Women's Centre, the first hospital founded, staffed and run entirely by women in the Southern Hemisphere and one of Melbourne’s most iconic sites of women’s history.
Admission ticket free -
Chinatown (Pass by)
We can’t talk about the history of Melbourne without talking about Chinatown! Learn about one of the 19th Century’s most iconic community builders.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Madame Brussels is one of Melbourne history’s most well known names. Find out how she came to have a lane named after her.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Number 17 Casseldon Place houses the last of six cottages built in 1877. Learn about one of its occupants who used it as a centre for gambling and sly grog, community and survival.
Admission ticket free -
Parliament House of Victoria (Pass by)
Stop by Parliament House and learn about the youngest daughter of the famous suffragette, Emmeline Pankhurst.
Admission ticket free -
Princess Theatre (Pass by)
The Princess Theatre is one of Melbourne’s oldest and grandest stages. Learn about the Australian playwright who staged a musical telling an Australian story.
Admission ticket free -
The Hotel Windsor (Pass by)
The Hotel Windsor has been host to some iconic names throughout history, including the woman on Australia’s $100 note!
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The designer of Canberra, Australia’s capital city, also designed this gorgeous building. She was also a woman!
Admission ticket free -
Melbourne Town Hall (Pass by)
Melbourne’s iconic tram system is well known, but did you know it took until 1975 before women were allowed to become tram drivers?
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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