Fitzroy True Crime Walking Tour

4.9(130 reviews)Melbourne, AustraliaOperated by Melbourne Historical Crime Tours
  • Duration2 hours
  • GroupShared · max 22
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Join us on a 2 hour walking tour as we explore the streets of Fitzroy's old crime district and get to know the colourful characters who lived in Melbourne's old crime district 100 years ago. The Fitzroy True Crime Walking Tour is constructed and delivered by writer and historian Michael Shelford and utilises the original police files from the era 1890-1920's. Former brothels, speak easies, gangland murders and shootouts with cops, are just a few of the subjects featured on the tour.

Each tour member receives a free booklet which contains photos of the characters discussed along the way.

Fitzroy is located on the fringe of Melbourne's CBD and is easily accessible by regular trams to and from the City.

What to expect

2 hours1 stopsShared tourMax 22 travellers
  1. 2 hours

    Historic buildings and lane ways.

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

We meet at the entrance doors to Melbourne Museum, 9 Nicholson St Carlton. Melbourne Museum is the modern building on the other side of the Royal Exhibition Building when travelling away from the city.

End

At the corner of Gertude and Napier St.

Redemption

The walking tour will meet at the main entrance doors to Melbourne Museum, 9 Nicholson St, Carlton. Please try to get to the starting point 10 minutes before starting time, otherwise try to contact the host, Michael Shelford, on 0422 525 565. Most of the tour will be on streets without shade or shelter so please take this into consideration when planning for sun protection and inclement weather. It is a 2 hour walk so comfortable footwear is recommended. Although there are shops along the way it would be preferred if you could bring along your own snacks and drinking water if possible. We must inform you that the tour contains information regarding violent and potentially upsetting historical occurrences. It also includes references to prostitution. Any children must be accompanied by a parent or responsible guardian. The tour works a circuit of the southern part of Fitzroy and concludes near the corner of Napier and Gertrude St, Fitzroy, around 2 hours later. There are regular trams that stop near the beginning and end points. Tram Routes 86 and 96 both stop at Melbourne Museum and are only a couple of stops from Melbourne's CBD. The 86 and 11 trams are both close to the finish point to take you back to the city. See you there!

What's included

Included

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

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 22 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Child (16–17), Adult (18–64), Senior (65–99)

Additional information

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Languages

Guide
English

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund
  • This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Important booking information

Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Australia/Melbourne
Product code
44202P2

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

4.9/ 5130 reviews
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Ratings aggregated from Viator (22) and Tripadvisor (108).

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