Join a 45-minute guided tour of the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne to uncover its rich history, commemorative spaces, and personal stories of sacrifice and service in Australian wars.
Join a 45-minute guided tour of the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne to uncover its rich history, commemorative spaces, and personal stories of sacrifice and service in Australian wars.
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Shrine of Remembrance - Meet your Tour Guide at the Shrine’s Visitor Centre information desk at your nominated tour time.
Your tour will begin and finish in the Shrine Visitors Centre and include: -
Explanation of the distinctive architectural features, statues, poignant inscriptions, building design and history
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A visit to the Sanctuary via the…
- Shrine of Remembrance - Meet your Tour Guide at the Shrine’s Visitor Centre information desk at your nominated tour time.
Your tour will begin and finish in the Shrine Visitors Centre and include:
- Explanation of the distinctive architectural features, statues, poignant inscriptions, building design and history
- A visit to the Sanctuary via the grand bronze doors to experience the Ray of Light activation
- Stunning views of the memorial gardens, the city of Melbourne and surrounds from the Balcony
- The Shrine’s Crypt to understand more about the many years of history encapsulated in this small space
- A tour of the Galleries to learn about fascinating personal histories and artifacts on display
- A visit to the interactive Peace Wall display before your tour concludes back at the Shrine Visitor Centre
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges included
- 10% discount at the Shrine Gift Shop for tour participants
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges included
- 10% discount at the Shrine Gift Shop for tour participants
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Coffee and snacks (available for purchase)
- Non-alcoholic beverages (available for purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Coffee and snacks (available for purchase)
- Non-alcoholic beverages (available for purchase)
Delve deeper into the Shrine by joining a 45-minute tour, led by an expert guide.
Discover the fascinating history of this monument born by grief after the First World War, which now provides a place of remembrance for Australian service and sacrifice in all wars since.
Learn about our commemorative spaces, special exhibitions and the personal stories…
Delve deeper into the Shrine by joining a 45-minute tour, led by an expert guide.
Discover the fascinating history of this monument born by grief after the First World War, which now provides a place of remembrance for Australian service and sacrifice in all wars since.
Learn about our commemorative spaces, special exhibitions and the personal stories that make the Shrine a living monument.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Shrine tours involve a moderate amount of walking including a large number of stairs.
- Shrine tour participants are requested to dress comfortably, yet respectfully. Comfortable, respectful clothing with a hat
- Walking shoes and a hat during the warmer months as some of the tour takes in some of the Shrine’s exterior. Please note, as a sign of respect, hats should be removed in the Sanctuary.
- Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.