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  • Participants on the State Library Victoria Unlocked guided morning tour inside the iconic dome at State Library Victoria in Melbourne.
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Until 31 Jul

State Library Victoria Unlocked

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Join an exclusive 9.15am guided tour and experience State Library Victoria’s grand Dome and hidden spaces before the doors open to the public.

Ever heard of the ‘Chief Shusher’? Wonder what’s buried beneath the Library’s floors? Or gazed up at the library Dome before the crowds?

On this early access tour, you’ll explore the Library’s magnificent heritage spaces and discover the treasure trove of original card catalogues hidden within the catacombs beneath the Library floors, and uncover one of Melbourne’s most infamous relationships between Library founder Sir Redmond Barry and bushranger Ned Kelly.

Find a rare moment of quiet in the iconic Dome, soak in the architecture, and even stand where the ‘Shusher’ once reigned.

Advance bookings essential.

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Location

State Library Victoria
328 Swanston St
Melbourne 3000

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Price and bookings

Adult / general $39
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Contact details

  • telephone number: 03 8664 7000
  • email address: slvtickets@slv.vic.gov.au
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Accessibility

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Christmas

Christmas starts only in the city
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Christmas things to do

The city’s wrapped and ready with magical moments, twinkling lights and festive fun.

  • Family and kids
  • Entertainment
A man and woman sitting at a table full of food with a Christmas tree in the background.

Christmas eat and drink

Savour the city’s festive flavours with rooftop bars and menus made for merry moments.

  • Bar
  • Restaurant
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Christmas shopping

Start ticking off your list in the city’s iconic laneways, arcades and malls.

  • Gifts
  • Fashion
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Visitors on a tour at the Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio with electronic instruments on display on shelves.
Until 28 Nov

MESS Studio Tour

Take a free guided tour of a collection of rare instruments and hear the stories behind the sounds.

  • Free
  • Talk
A group of people participating in a guide-led tour, walking past a large white residence and trees, on a local street.
Until 14 Nov

Walking Tour: Robin Boyd's Neighbourhood (Route #2)

A walking tour exploring the architectural streetscapes, landscape and local history of South Yarra.

  • Talk
  • Walking tour
The exterior facade and courtyard of the Walter Burley Griffin-designed Newman College in Melbourne.
22 – 28 Nov

Historic Architecture Tour

Discover Newman College’s architectural treasures, rich heritage and living history.

  • Walking tour
  • Events
Tour leader showing visitors inside Council Chambers in Melbourne Town Hall

Tours and cruises

Discover what locals love about Melbourne with a guided tour of the city and its attractions.​​

  • Tour
  • Walking tour
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