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Melbourne MEL-8

Lanes and Arcades Walking Tour

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If you love walking tours then this is the tour to top them all off. Indulge in the Melbourne laneways, amongst the cafes, local design haunts, and really experience this vibrant city. Discover some great boutiques, amazing architecture and more as you orientate yourself and soak in the atmosphere without the touristy crowds.

Adults $155.00 NZ     

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If you love walking tours then this is the tour to top them all off. Indulge in the Melbourne laneways, amongst the cafes, local design haunts, and really experience this vibrant city. Discover some great boutiques, amazing architecture and more as you orientate yourself and soak in the atmosphere without the touristy crowds.

The Lanes & Arcades Tour is a unique introduction to Melbourne's vibrant laneways culture. On this leisurely morning walk discover the Melbourne that lives just beneath the surface, bubbling with creative activity and filled with fabulous cafes and local designer stores. Notice the historical buildings that house many of these creative businesses and browse for beautiful, locally designed clothing and other items. Not much time to shop, but you'll know where to head for the afternoon. See some of the city's famous public art and learn a little of Melbourne's fascinating history along the way. Indulge with morning tea and chocolate tasting, concluding with a delicious gourmet lunch and glass of wine. A perfect introduction to the 'real Melbourne' even locals miss!

Today you will see Innovative local businesses on show-fashion and food and the city's rich architectural heritage & ever changing streetscapes.

From your ship, you catch the tram (extra cost Approx. AUD$7.00 return - please make sure you have coins - the trams wont accept notes or credit card payment) to Melbourne Town Hall, (allow 30 minutes time to get you there with no stress). Walk a short distance to Federation Square to meet your guides.  Wear flat shoes, as we cover a lot of ground!











 

Duration 4 hours

Start Time 1000hrs
End Time 1400hrs

Catch an easy tram ride from Shipside to meet your guide.  Alight the tram at Swanston Street, Melbourne Town Hall - Stop number 6. Walk down Swanston St to Federation Square to meet your guide at the Orange Umbrellas next to the Time Out Café.

You will see
Lanes area and Arcades
Innovative local business
Fashion and Food
Rich Cultural Heritage

What's Included
Experienced Guide
Morning Tea
Courmet Lunch
Bottled Water
Fun

General Info
This tour is a walking tour so flat comfortable shoes will be required.  As the tour starts in the city central, you willl need to catch a tram from the shipside to the Melbourne Town Hall, then walk one block to meet your tour guide.

Meals
Morning tea and lunch

Conditions
This tour requires a minimum of 2 persons to operate. The group size will not exceed 8 persons.

For larger groups please contact us for details

Please see our Booking Terms and Conditions
 


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