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Join a tour that combines storytelling with culinary delights. Enjoy a cocktail and tapas as you listen to captivating tales and local anecdotes that bring the city’s history to life.

Highlights

• Hidden Laneways: Explore Melbourne’s iconic, story-filled alleys.
• Cocktails & Tapas: Savor top cocktails and tapas at local hotspots.
• Live Storytelling: Experience Melbourne’s history brought to life.
• Learning about influential figures who shaped the city
• Concluding at the vibrant Federation Square

Description

Discover the rich history, vibrant culture, and culinary delights of Melbourne on the Talk & Tapas Tour—a three-hour walking adventure that blends captivating storytelling with hidden laneways and flavourful bites. Starting at Federation Square, this tour offers an insider’s view of the city’s evolution, from colonial beginnings to its buzzing modern-day identity. We begin where the past and present meet—Federation Square. From here, we venture through Melbourne’s iconic laneways, uncovering stories of early settlers, gold rush glory, architectural marvels, and the people who helped shape the city. You’ll learn how the Melbourne of today grew from a dusty outpost into a global cultural hub. Our first stop takes us to one of Melbourne’s oldest watering holes for a refreshing drink or a carefully crafted cocktail. It’s the perfect way to toast the city’s colourful past and recharge for the journey ahead. Refreshed, we continue our walk deeper into the heart of the city. As we wind through art-filled laneways and historic arcades, your guide will reveal little-known stories and quirky facts about Melbourne’s growth, character, and contradictions. Soon, we arrive at a tucked-away venue, known only to locals, for a delicious spread of tapas and a drink. From contemporary bites to flavours that reflect Melbourne’s multicultural roots, this food stop is all about savouring the city’s culinary diversity in a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. With your appetite satisfied, the tour continues into Chinatown, where the aroma of sizzling woks and the hum of activity speak to generations of migration, tradition, and community. You'll hear tales of resilience and enterprise, and how Chinese migrants helped shape the city’s identity. As the walk draws to a close, we pass through a final series of vibrant laneways, dotted with street art, boutique shops, and bars. The tour concludes where it began—at Federation Square—leaving you with a fresh perspective and a full belly. Whether you’re a visitor or a local, the Talk & Tapas Tour offers a lively, engaging, and delicious way to connect with Melbourne’s past and present.

Includes

A knowledgeable and experienced tour guide to lead the way. All photos taken during the tour. 2x alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks A range of tapas or shared plates of food.

Important Information

• Dietary requirements can be catered for on request - just let us know. Children must be accompanied by an adult and will not be served alcohol.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund