Daytime History Tours

Highlights

  • Explore the historic Mayday Hills Lunatic Asylum, uncovering tales of its patients and treatments in a captivating 90-minute tour.
  • Hear gripping local stories and urban myths, immersing yourself in the rich history of Beechworth's former asylum.
  • Wear comfortable footwear as you navigate the site's intriguing architecture and learn about its haunting past.

Description

While the sun shines, Asylum Ghost Tours share their knowledge of the historic buildings of the former Mayday Hills Lunatic Asylum.

You will hear stories of the building, the opening of the facility, the many patients of the asylum and the final years of the Lion of Beechworth, as the facility was called by locals.

This 90-minute experience encompasses memories, local tales, urban myths, and stories of the patients and the treatments they suffered.

Comfortable and safe footwear is required.

Category/Classification
Tour
Cultural and Theme Tours
Nightlife Tours
Sightseeing Tours

Contact and Map

  • Start location: 22 Kurrajong Way, Beechworth, Victoria, 3747, Australia
Lat -36.36964, Lng 146.69567
Indicative rate
  • $30.00 – $135.00 Adult
    Adults $45, conc. $38, child $30, family (2+2) $135
    Valid concession card required for concession.
  • $0.00 – $30.00 Child
    Children under 16 concession. Children under 5 free (limits apply).

Schedule

  • On demand
    Bookings required. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Booking Options

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Tour Length / Duration

  • Customised
  • Half Day or Less

Service facilities

  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Non Smoking
  • Public Toilet

Fitness level

  • Basic

Tour format

  • On-site Experience
  • Private Tour

Accessibility

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.