About this experience
Experience the best of Melbourne's sights on this sightseeing tour. Delve into history and culture from the Golden Mile reminiscent of the 1850s Gold Rush at the "Paris End" of Collins Street, to vibrant street art at Hosier Lane. Honour Australia's fallen soldiers at the Shrine of Remembrance, then admire the neo-Gothic architecture of St. Patrick's Cathedral. Sports enthusiasts will be thrilled to see the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) forecourt, including the famous Shane Warne statue.
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Meeting point — Immigration Museum
Make your own way to the meeting point outside the Immigration Museum on Flinders Street; the tour begins here.
Paris End of Collins Street
Drive along the tree-lined 'Paris End' of Collins Street, past St. Michael's Church and Scots' Church, taking in the gold rush-era streetscape.
Hosier Lane
Stop at Melbourne's most famous laneway for photos against its rotating collection of bold street murals.
Flinders Street Station, St. Paul's Cathedral & Federation Square
Pass the city's most recognisable civic cluster — the Edwardian railway station, the Anglican cathedral, and the angular Federation Square — before continuing through the Arts Precinct.
Shrine of Remembrance
Pay respects at this commanding memorial to Australia's service men and women, set within the Domain parklands.
Sports Precinct — Melbourne Park & Rod Laver Arena
Drive through the precinct that hosts the Australian Open and other major events, getting a sense of Melbourne's deep sporting identity.
Melbourne Cricket Ground & Sports Museum
Explore the MCG forecourt, including the Shane Warne statue, and discover Australian sports history through the memorabilia at the Sports Museum.
Old Treasury Building, Parliament House & Chinatown
Pass three of Melbourne's most historically significant sites in close proximity, from colonial-era government buildings to the vibrant heart of the city's Chinese community.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Admire the soaring neo-Gothic architecture of one of the Southern Hemisphere's largest cathedrals.
Fitzroy Gardens
Pause for photos among the formal English-style gardens, home to Cook's Cottage and century-old elms.
Little Lon Distilling Co.
Learn about the history of this craft distillery, rooted in one of Melbourne's most storied inner-city laneways.
Lygon Street, Royal Exhibition Building, Melbourne Museum & Queen Victoria Market
Drive through Carlton's Italian precinct and past the UNESCO-listed Royal Exhibition Building before taking in the city's famous market.
End of tour — Immigration Museum
The tour concludes with a drop-off at the Immigration Museum, where you started.
Meeting point
Immigration Museum (Museums Victoria), Flinders Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia
Make your own way to the meeting point outside the Immigration Museum on Flinders Street. Look for the tour vehicle and your driver-guide at the designated departure time. The tour begins and ends at this location.
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- Your booking confirmation (mobile ticket accepted)
- Go West Tours app downloaded and ready on your device
- Comfortable clothing suitable for the weather
- A signed parent/guardian consent form if a traveller under 18 is travelling unaccompanied
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Frequently asked questions
Where exactly do I meet the tour?
The tour departs from outside the Immigration Museum on Flinders Street in Melbourne's CBD. You'll be dropped back at the same location at the end.
Is commentary available in languages other than English?
Yes. Download the Go West Tours app before your tour and you can follow commentary in Arabic, Malay, Cantonese, French, German, Italian, Korean, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese, and Hindi.
Can I bring a pram or pushchair on the vehicle?
Unfortunately not. Prams, strollers, luggage, and large bags cannot be accommodated on the tour vehicle due to limited storage space.
Can children travel without an adult?
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. If they need to travel unaccompanied, a signed parent or guardian consent form is required.
Is smoking permitted on the vehicle?
No. Australian government regulations prohibit smoking inside tourist vehicles. Smoking is only permitted during designated comfort stops along the route.
Can the itinerary change on the day?
The route is subject to adjustment due to weather or traffic conditions, though all key highlights are planned to be covered.
Go West Tours
Go West Tours is a Melbourne-based tour operator known for small-group city and regional experiences, with a multilingual commentary app that makes their tours accessible to international visitors.