Walking Tours

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Join expert tour guides from the Royal Historical Society of Victoria on a guided walk through the beautiful Flagstaff Gardens – the historic heart of the City, every Monday at 11.00am. Visitors will climb Flagstaff Hill to consider its place in Melbourne topography and pre-European history as well as its early role as a burial ground, flagstaff signaling station and magnetic and meteorological observatory. An absolute “must do” walk for understanding the history and character of the City

When:
 Mondays
Where:
 Meet at the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, 239 A’Beckett St
Times:
 11am
Cost:
 $10 (Children under 16 free)
Duration:
 75 minutes
Bookings:
 Call 9326 9288 or email office@historyvictoria.org.au
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RHSV Podcast Walk 1 – Take a self-guided tour around the western CBD and West Melbourne. Sites visited include The Gill, Queen Victoria Market, St James’ Old Cathedral and the Flagstaff Gardens. (Mp3, 4.54 MB, 26:28 mins)

RHSV Podcast Walk 2 – Take a self-guided tour around the western CBD and West Melbourne. This tour takes in the key features of the block around the RHSV Headquarters, taking in La Trobe, Elizabeth, William and Lonsdale Streets. (mp3, 7.19 MB, 41:52 mins)

Where:
 Western CBD and West Melbourne
Cost:
 Free
Duration:
 Podcast 1 (26.28 mins) & Podcast 2 (41.52 mins)