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Golden Mile Heritage Walks
Highlights
- Explore Melbourne's rich history with a guided two-hour walk along iconic Collins Street.
- Discover hidden gems as you peek inside the elegant Gothic interiors of the ANZ bank.
- Wander through the plush European-style hotels and the commanding Melbourne Town Hall.
- Experience the vibrant Theatre and Chinatown areas on weekends, perfect for a leisurely stroll.
A Golden Mile Heritage Walk is a ‘must do’ activity in the city for history buffs and is also a wonderful way for visitors to orientate themselves around the important historical points of the city. With a registered professional tour guide learn about Melbourne’s history and heritage first hand. The walk is approximately two hours duration.
The guided tour provides participants with an opportunity to share in the guides’ great knowledge and particular secrets as the trail marches along Collins Street and takes you for a sneak peek inside the elegant Gothic interiors of the ANZ bank, the plush European-style hotels and into the austere but commanding inner recesses of Melbourne Town Hall, or the Athenaeum.
Please note: The West East section of the route is available on weekdays- and the East section on weekends and public holidays.
The Eastern tour includes the Theatre and Chinatown areas, that are more accessible on the weekends.
Tour details
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Available from 25 June 2025 to 31 March 2026
Features
Service facilities
Sevice Activity
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- http://hiddensecretstours.com/tour/accessible-tours/
Operation information
Hidden Secrets Tours – Melbourne
Hidden Secrets Tours is Melbourne’s original and award-winning laneway walking tour operator, proudly showcasing the city’s character for more than 21 years. Their passionate local guides live and breathe Melbourne, revealing the countless hidden gems tucked within historic arcades and vibrant laneways.
Rather than handing guests a map, Hidden Secrets Tours offers a highly personal, immersive experience. Each guided walk through the city’s famed 1-mile CBD block blends history, architecture, street art, fashion, food, and local stories—creating a rich understanding of Melbourne’s past and present. Tours are conversational, engaging, and delivered at a relaxed pace, ideal for conference delegates, corporate groups, and families.
With the ability to tailor experiences to specific interests, Hidden Secrets Tours ensures every group discovers a side of Melbourne they would otherwise miss. Thanks to the city’s arcades and covered walkways, tours operate comfortably in all weather and are available year-round.
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Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
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Tour Guiding Association
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Gay and Lesbian Tourism Australia (GALTA)
- Professional Tour Guide Association of Australia
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Victoria Tourism Industry Council
- Visitor Information Centre
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