What to do and see in Victoria, Australia: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Visit one of Australia's original homesteads, nestled snugly in a leafy park only 15 minutes drive from Melbourne. The homestead has long had a reputation for hauntings and has been the centre of paranormal investigations. The Langhorne family are long deceased but given their colourful history and the births, deaths and heartaches linked with the building, it is no surprise that the Homestead is alive with activity. Tours run the first Saturday of each month.

Inclusions: 90-minute ghost tour, Professional guide

Exclusions: Excludes wet weather products, guests are asked to dress accordingly to cater wet weather, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

Take a walk through downtown Melbourne and learn of an era in which there was much more on offer at the local confectionery store than just lollies and soft drinks. Explore Melbourne’s underworld c.1870’s to 1930’s, an era in which Melbourne’s downtown slum district, ‘Little Lon’, was mostly run by women. Learn about the battle for supremacy, madams who stood their ground against well-known gangsters such as Squizzy Taylor, and an all-female crime syndicate known as ‘The Combine’. Stop outside buildings which were once brothels and sly grog shops (speak easies), and hear the stories of what occurred within their walls and on the streets and laneways around them. Shootings, bombings, bashings, brothels, robberies, opium, cocaine and sly grog (speak easies). The tour is designed and delivered by writer and historian, Michael Shelford.

Inclusions: A tour booklet featuring photos of the characters discussed along the way.

Exclusions: Please bring along your own food and drinks.

Get acquainted with bohemian beers, bespoke microbrews and salacious local eats on this Melbourne craft beer tour.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, Craft beer tastings at 3 venues, A portion of amazing local food

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, Tips/gratuities for your guide, a Myki with enough credit to catch the train or tram out to the venue for the evening

Explore Melbourne's world famous sporting culture on this unique interactive walking tour of the official sports capital of the world. You'll discover famous stadiums & arenas including the MCG, Rod Laver Arena, Olympic Park and AAMI Park and get behind-the-scenes insights into global sporting events including the Australian Open, Olympic Games, AFL Grand Final and The Ashes whilst standing on one of the Australian Open show courts used by Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams to train every year. Along the way uncover 180 years of sporting history, discover Melbourne's sports media and relive the incredible true stories of Melbourne's biggest sporting legends. You'll also hear Australia's most inspiring sporting story as well as Australian sports darkest days. Combined with a tour of Australia's largest stadium - the MCG with 100,000 seats! - and unlimited access for the day to the new Australian Sports Museum, this is the ultimate sporting tour for any sports fan!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, All activities, Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Tour escort/host, Interactive tour with photos to bring the sporting stories to life!, MCG Tour Ticket & Access to the Australian Sports Museum

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Access to Rod Laver Arena and other stadiums/arenas

Enjoy some good old-fashioned fun amidst some of the most beautiful scenery in Victoria. First up is traditional Devonshire Tea in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges. Hear the call of the local lyrebirds, and see crimson rosellas, cockatoos and kookaburras! Next, you’re in for a real treat, a ride on the Puffing Billy Steam Train. Top off the morning with a visit to the lovely little village of Sassafras.

Inclusions: Ticket for the Puffing Billy Steam Train ride (from Belgrave to Menzies Creek), Experienced local driver guide, Super comfortable luxury coach including: free wifi, in-seat USB, air conditioning, Comprehensive commentary, Pickup from select Melbourne hotels. Pick up locations appear in a drop down box at time of booking, Enjoy a traditional Devonshire Tea of scones, served warm with jam, cream, and tea or coffee , Hand fed well known Australian birds (rosellas, cockatoos and galahs)

Exclusions: Hotel drop off

Explore Melbourne's world famous sporting culture on this unique interactive walking tour of the official sports capital of the world. You'll discover famous stadiums & arenas including the MCG, Rod Laver Arena, Olympic Park and AAMI Park and get behind-the-scenes insights into global sporting events including the Australian Open, Olympic Games, AFL Grand Final and The Ashes whilst standing on one of the Australian Open show courts used by Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams to train every year. Along the way uncover 180 years of sporting history, discover Melbourne's sports media and relive the incredible true stories of Melbourne's biggest sporting legends. You'll also hear Australia's most inspiring sporting story as well as Australian sports darkest days. Combined with a tour of Australia's largest stadium - the MCG with 100,000 seats - this sports tours is perfect for any sports fan!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, All activities, Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Tour escort/host, MCG Stadium tour ticket, Interactive tour with photos to bring the sporting stories to life!

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Access to the Australian Sports Museum, Rod Laver Arena and other stadiums/arenas

Join this brilliant 2 day tour from Melbourne to Adelaide showcasing all the incredible highlights of the Great Ocean Road and Grampians. Travel the heritage listed Great Ocean Road which spans 180km from Torquay to the 12 Apostles carved out of the cliffs of the south west coastline. Stop at stunning lookouts, explore quaint townships, walk through ancient rainforests on your way to the awe inspiring 12 Apostles coastlines. After an incredible day along the Great Ocean Road you will travel into the heart of the Grampians National Park and overnight in Halls Gap. The next morning you will explore the Grampians National Park seeing the sweeping mountainous views from Reeds Lookout, the Balconies, MacKenzie Waterfall and other magnificent walks before travelling on to Adelaide.

Inclusions: Breakfast, 1 Nights’ accommodation in Halls Gap, Grampians, All National Park entry fees, Guided bush walking (~2km total), Australian wildlife sightings in there natural habitat, Expert driver guide, with live tour commentary spoken in English, Air-conditioned mini-coach travel, small group touring experience

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Personal expenses

Join us on an exclusively private Two Day Tour to explore the beautiful Great Ocean Road and all that it has to offer, in your own comfy private vehicle together with an experienced driver / tour guide. Visit all the main hot spots such as the world famous 12 Apostles, plus other must-see attractions including Maits Rest and Great Otway National Park. Stay overnight in the beautiful coastal township of Apollo Bay before embarking on a stunning introduction to Port Campbell National Park the next day (home to the 12 Apostles).  Tour departs Melbourne 10:00am. Returns back to Melbourne the following day at 4pm. If you have any questions regarding any of our tours, please don't hesitate to Call/text/WhatsApp us DIRECTLY

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Local taxes, National Park fees, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Accommodation, Gratuities

Join us on an exclusively private 'Three Day Tour' to explore the beautiful Great Ocean Road and all that it has to offer in your own personal luxury vehicle together with an experienced driver / tour guide. Visit all the main hot spots such as the world famous 12 Apostles, plus other must-see attractions including Maits Rest and Great Otway National Park. Stay 2 nights overnight in the beautiful coastal township of Apollo Bay before embarking on a stunning introduction to Port Campbell National Park on the final day (home to the 12 Apostles).  The 3 day tour, really allows you to explore the depths of the local area, in particular giving extra time to participate on some incredible guided walks with your guide, deep into the otway forest. Tour departs Melbourne 10am. Returns back to Melbourne in the late afternoon on the final day at approximately 4pm.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Local taxes, National Park fees, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Tour escort/host, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Overnight Accommodation in Apollo Bay, Gratuities

Since European settlement 180 years ago the city of Melbourne has benefited from the remarkable skill of many talented architects. Join MELTours on the Architecture Tour of Melbourne and discover some amazing architectural styles from the 1850s to the present day. You will see buildings that are incredibly symbolic to ones that have sustainability at the core of their design.

Inclusions: Two-hour walking tour highlighting Melbourne's eclectic architecture., Professional guide

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