Excursion City secrets: a melbourne laneway stroll tour at Melbourne

Discover Melbourne's architectural treasures and cultural heritage on-foot during this scenic, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Beacon Cove, Tram-Ride & Melbourne City on Foot

Depart the pier on-foot with your guide for the short walk to Beacon Cove, then board a tram for the short ride into the city. Upon arrival, begin your guided walking tour through the city's fascinating labyrinth of atmospheric arcades and alleyways. Discover lanes filled with trendy cafes and eclectic boutiques, along with graffiti street art and a host of landmark buildings that arose from the city's Gold Rush boom during the 1850s.

Historical Landmarks

Highlights include the Block Arcade with its dazzlingly high Victorian-style interior décor, as well as grand, 19th-century commercial buildings. Renowned architectural gems include the stunning Gothic Bank, ornate Old Melbourne Stock Exchange, restored General Post Office and the city's oldest arcade, the Royal Arcade. Your walk continues past the delightful Town Hall, City Square precinct, and beautiful lime-and-sandstone building of St Paul's Anglican Cathedral.

Refreshments

Next, sit back, relax and enjoy the atmosphere of your surrounds during a refreshment stop at a local café. Afterward, resume your walking tour through tiny laneways. At the conclusion of your walking tour of Melbourne City, you can take the public tram back to the pier for a local taste of life with your guide or opt to remain in the city for independent exploration and return to the ship on your own.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Melbourne City, Block and Royal Arcades, Gothic Bank, Old Melbourne Stock Exchange, Town Hall, City Square, General Post Office, St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 1.24 miles-1.9 miles (about two kilometres-three kilometres), at times over cobblestone surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to board/de-board the tram and at the sights visited. Please note that the historical tram taken is open to the public. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.