Melbourne: True Crime Walking Tour of Fitzroy

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Come and explore the streets and alleys of Fitzroy's old crime district and get to know the colourful characters who lived in the area 100 years ago. Gang war, murders, and organised crime.

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Highlights

  • Discover Melbourne's dark criminal past as you explore old Fitzroy
  • Learn about Australia's version of speakeasies: the illegal sly grog industry
  • See the buildings which were sly grog shops & dens of thieves 100 years ago
  • Explore the streets & back alleys where gangland wars took place
  • Receive a free booklet containing photos of the characters featured

Description

We explore the streets and alleys of the southern part of Fitzroy, where Melbourne's most notorious criminals lived and plied their trade 100 years ago.  You will receive a booklet which contains photos of the characters discussed, as well as crime scene maps and other interesting documents. Along the way you will discover former brothels and sly grog shops (speakeasies), the sites of gangland murders, and places where criminals such as the famous 'Squizzy' Taylor drank, fought, and faced trial. You will get to know what it was like to struggle for survival in what was considered 'the home of Melbourne's criminals' - old Fitzroy. Melbourne Historical Crime Tours are based on the original police files.

Includes

Free tour booklet containing photos of the criminals featured on the tour and other interesting crime scene items

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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