Footsteps Through Time: Melbourne's History Walk

Step into the past with this small-group Melbourne history walking tour, limited to 10 guests for a more personal and engaging experience. Over two hours, you’ll uncover surprising stories and hidden histories — from the city’s riverside beginnings to the landmarks, laneways and institutions that define it today.

Starting near the Yarra River, the walk explores early European settlement and Melbourne’s rapid transformation. You’ll visit sites of ambition, protest, injustice and reform — often overlooked in traditional histories.

Highlights include the city’s original morgue, political unrest, and the gaol that once held Ned Kelly. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, the tour is intimate and conversational, with plenty of chances to ask questions.

Tours start at the Immigration Museum and finish near the Old Melbourne Gaol, following a mostly flat route with regular stops.