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Learn how the land has changed over time.
Hidden alleys, boutique fashion and Indigenous art – Australia’s second-largest city is best explored on foot.
Birrarung Wiliam (River Camp) Walk
Should you find yourself in Melbourne on a Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, sign up for the Birrarung Wilam (River Camp) Walk. The one-hour tour starts at Federation Square, before the Koorie guide heads down to the Birrarung Wilam (Common Ground) Aboriginal art installations. A great insight into the Aboriginal history of the Birrarung Marr and Aboriginal Peoples of the Kulin Nation.
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Hidden Secrets Tours
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Hidden Secrets Tours explore public art and architecture.
You’ve probably heard of the Melbourne laneways walking tours, where guides reveal the hidden alleys filled with street art and cafés/shops. One of the original companies behind those tours, who’ve been running since 2004, also have other tricks up their sleeves – from foodie walks (degustation and aperitivo walks) to heritage walks that celebrate Melbourne’s rich history and architecture.
Fashion by Foot
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Hunt down boutique and sustainable fashion.
Melbourne is known as one of Australia’s premier shopping cities but it can be hard if you don’t know where to go. Enter these tours run by two personal stylists who know every independent boutique in town and will help you to fill your suitcase with well-considered, beautiful and sustainable fashion that turns the tide on the fast fashion frenzy.