Melbourne's Oldest Buildings: Historic Walking Tour
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West Melbourne
Discover Melbourne's oldest buildings on a historic walking tour. Explore 9 buildings constructed before the Gold Rush, learn their stories, and capture memorable photos.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • St James’ Old Cathedral - The first stop on your tour will be St James Old Cathedral, the oldest standing church in Melbourne, built in 1839.
  • Melbourne - Your local guide will walk you through the streets and lanes of Melbourne to discover other buildings that pre-date the Gold Rush
  • The Mitre Tavern - Your last stop on your tour will be The Mitre Tavern which is officially recognized as the oldest building in Melbourne, built in around 1837.
What's Included
  • Historic photo booklet of tour buildings.
  • Complimentary bottled water.
Additional Information

Join a knowledgeable local for a stroll around Melbourne city, visiting its 9 eldest structures, all of which were built before the dramatic population increase during the 1850s Gold Rush.

We will explore not only churches and pubs, but also residences and commercial buildings, narrating their rich histories along with architectural insights. You will have ample time to capture these stories in photographs.

The tour commences from the front side of St James’ Old Cathedral at 10 Batman St and winds up at Mitre Tavern. Here, you can sit back, relax your feet and enjoy a drink in the very oldest building in the city.

Expect to cover about 4 kilometers on this tour with several pauses for narration and photos. We advise you to dress as per the weather, wear comfortable footwear for walking, and carry a water bottle.

Location
St James’ Old Cathedral
Batman Street
Your guide will meet you at the gate of St James Old Cathedral on the corner of King St and Batman St in West Melbourne. This is right on the edge of the city, opposite Flagstaff Gardens.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Laura_c
Nov 30, 2023
Priceless! - Amazing story telling and information I wouldn’t have gathered this type of history on my own. Jesse was a jewel of a guide.
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Odyssey701996
Oct 25, 2023
Excellent way to get the lay of the land - Found our guide charming and well Informed. A great time for a novice visitor and her Aussie friends.
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