Private Melbourne: Fitzroy, Collingwood, Culture, Coffee, History

4.9
(7 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

This tour explores two of (Naarm) Melbourne’s most characteristic and colourful inner-city neighbourhoods. You’ll weave through historic streets filled with colourful murals and backstreet graffiti before enjoying a delicious Melbourne coffee at an amazing, local social enterprise cafe. Learn about the up’s and down’s of these twin neighbourhoods and some of their most fascinating characters from an infamous criminal turned children's author, passionate football fans, the “Willy Wonka” of Australia, First Nations elders and recent migrants who have helped shape modern Australia. After exploring the evolving arts and live music culture of the area we’ll end with some refreshment and give you plenty of recommendations for places to eat, drink and shop when the tour concludes.

What's Included

Discover some of the best street art in Melbourne including the incredible Keith Haring mural
Join friendly Local, English-speaking guide
Visit a social enterprise café that employs and supports, disadvantaged youth
Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
Beer/Cider/Wine or Soft Drink
Visit a neighbourhood watering hole and an iconic live music venue loved by locals
We donate $1AUD to the café for every guest that joins this tour
Enjoy a famous Melbourne coffee brewed fresh from their in-house roastery
Explore the diverse suburbs of Fitzroy and Collingwood
Additional drinks and food

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Outside Fitzroy Town Hall (main entrance under the clocktower), 201 Napier St, Fitzroy VIC 3065

End point

Fitzroy (near public transport back to the City Centre)

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Here you will hear about the amazing projects and employment opportunities that this social enterprise café deliver. You will try one of their own in-house roasted coffees.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    You will walk through the back streets to get to Smith Street, one of the earliest shopping streets in Melbourne and discover all kinds of stores from the first supermarkets in Australia to the latest pop-up local artist shops. You will also see some incredible street art along the way and learn the history of the area.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Discover the amazing arts scene and hear about other incredible social enterprises in the area with a visit to the Collingwood Arts Precinct.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Learn about Melbourne's passion for live music at an iconic live music venue and also take in the impressive Keith Haring mural. One of his best preserved public murals in the world.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Opened in 1866, The Napier Hotel is an example of a classic inner-city pub that we might end our journey at for an afternoon refreshment

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please wear comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather conditions on the day. Keep in mind that Melbourne’s weather can be unpredictable. This tour will run rain, hail or shine.
  • In the event that one of our venues will not be able to accommodate us, a suitable alternative will be offered.
  • This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6.
Supplied by Intrepid Urban Adventures - Australia

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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Coffee & Tea Tours
Food & Drink
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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