Badass Women of Melbourne: Women’s History Walking Tour

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Badass Women of Melbourne: Women’s History Walking Tour
Badass Women of Melbourne: Women’s History Walking Tour
Badass Women of Melbourne: Women’s History Walking Tour
Badass Women of Melbourne: Women’s History Walking Tour
Badass Women of Melbourne: Women’s History Walking Tour
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This isn't your average Melbourne walking tour.

Join your passionate and knowledgeable local guides on an inspiring tour of Melbourne's secret women's history. Walk with them through the heart of the city from the last remaining tower of a hospital founded, staffed, and run entirely by women, through Chinatown and past Parliament before finishing at Melbourne's Town Hall.

They will uncover the hidden history behind some of Melbourne's most iconic landmarks, including the Princess Theatre, The Hotel Windsor and the Capitol, as well as some hidden gems including Casseldon Place, and the site of one of Melbourne's most iconic queer cafes in the 1950s. This diverse, interesting and unique tour will leave you feeling empowered, entertained and inspired to learn more.

This tour is perfect for first time visitors, seasoned Melbournians and interstate travellers alike. Together you will uncover some incredible stories of history-shaping women and you might even make a few new friends along the way.

This walking tour is best suited to mobile travellers. The tour duration is two hours and is suitable for first-time and regular visitors to Melbourne.

Learn about the women that history books overlook.

What's Available

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Half Day or Less
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$60 per person

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Where you'll be

210 Lonsdale Street

Melbourne Victoria 3000

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