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Melbourne Laneways and Galleries Impressionist Art Walking Tour
City of Melbourne
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children 15 and over are welcome to join if accompanied by an adult.
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This is a walking tour. Please ensure you and each of your booking party are able to comfortably walk approximately 2.5km. As part of your booking you can confirm that you and your booking party are physically fit and suffer no medical conditions which may be aggravated by this tour. You consent to receive medical treatment in the case of injury, accident or illness during the activity and to indemnify the operator against any claims in respect of this treatment.t.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Step into the world of art and mystery on Melbourne’s most unique new walking tour. Guided by a professional artist, this immersive walking tour experience celebrates the lives and fascinating stories of Melbourne's Australian Impressionist artists and their incredible connection to Monet, Renoir and Van Gogh through the friendship of one pioneering Australian artist.
Explore Melbourne’s hidden laneways, iconic landmarks and long forgotten heritage buildings as you uncover the vibrant studios, galleries, and bohemian haunts of the 1800's. Hear tales of artistic passion and lasting friendships that helped shape a uniquely Australian artistic identity.
Along the way, savor Melbourne’s world-...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Ride a Melbourne tram
Entry to the National Gallery of Victoria
Enjoy the allure of a Melbourne coffee, tea or hot chocolate
Professional Artist Guide
A postcard of an Australian Impressionist artwork
Enjoy a short art history presentation
Small Groups of no more than 10 people
Food and drink not stated
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Parliament House
Please meet your guide on the bottom step of Parliament House promptly for a 10am start of your tour. Your guide will be carrying a backpack and wearing a Lost Impressionist top.
Return
Federation Square
Your tour will end at the National Gallery of Victoria in Federation Square. This is the ideal location to continue enjoying the gallery or continue on with your day. There are many restaurants and coffee shops at Federation Square.
Melbourne Laneways and Galleries Impressionist Art Walking Tour
City of Melbourne
About
Step into the world of art and mystery on Melbourne’s most unique new walking tour. Guided by a professional artist, this immersive walking tour experience celebrates the lives and fascinating stories of Melbourne's Australian Impressionist artists and their incredible connection to Monet, Renoir and Van Gogh through the friendship of one pioneering Australian artist.
Explore Melbourne’s hidden laneways, iconic landmarks and long forgotten heritage buildings as you uncover the vibrant studios, galleries, and bohemian haunts of the 1800's. Hear tales of artistic passion and lasting friendships that helped shape a uniquely Australian artistic identity.
Along the way, savor Melbourne’s world-...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Ride a Melbourne tram
Entry to the National Gallery of Victoria
Enjoy the allure of a Melbourne coffee, tea or hot chocolate
Professional Artist Guide
A postcard of an Australian Impressionist artwork
Enjoy a short art history presentation
Small Groups of no more than 10 people
Food and drink not stated
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Parliament House
Please meet your guide on the bottom step of Parliament House promptly for a 10am start of your tour. Your guide will be carrying a backpack and wearing a Lost Impressionist top.
Return
Federation Square
Your tour will end at the National Gallery of Victoria in Federation Square. This is the ideal location to continue enjoying the gallery or continue on with your day. There are many restaurants and coffee shops at Federation Square.
Itinerary
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Parliament House of Victoria
Join our tour at Parliament House and learn about the backdrop for the story of the Australian Impressionists in Victorian Melbourne.
10 minutes
2
Old Treasury Building
View our Old Treasury Building at the top end of Collins Street and the context for the artistic landscape through the boom years of Melbourne's Gold rush era.
10 minutes
3
Collins Street
Discover hidden Melbourne and artist studios of the Australian impressionists in the hey day of this significant time.
5 minutes
4
Melbourne Town Hall
Enjoy learning about the most significant artist exhibition of the Australian Impressionists and their impact on Modern Art of Australia as we know it.
10 minutes
5
Block Arcade
Discover the joy and beauty of Melbourne's most exquisite shopping arcade - home to boutique artisans and creatives since 1892 and our stop in a beautiful Melbourne coffee house.
20 minutes
6
Royal Arcade
Discover hidden gems of Melbourne whilst we wind our way through Melbourne's labyrinth of hidden laneways home to artisan shopping.
5 minutes
7
Bourke Street Mall
We will walk through Melbourne's main shopping district enroute to our next stop
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Lonsdale Street
We will visit a long forgotten, hidden city laneway, and see Melbourne street art whilst we uncover the mystery and story around one very famous Australian Impressionist.
10 minutes
9
State Library Victoria
As we pass by the State Library you will discover an untold connection to the father of Australian Impressionism.
5 minutes
10
City Circle Tram
Experience the fun of a Melbourne tram ( free ) as we ride together from mid town to the river, the location of the National Gallery of Victoria.
10 minutes
11
Flinders Street Station
A Melbourne icon - visit one of the busiest and most beautiful railway stations in the world
12
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
We will continue our walking tour with a visit to the Australian Impressionist art collection and enjoy viewing original artwork by Roberts, Streeton, McCubbin and Russell and their connection to Monet.
30 minutes
13
Yarra River
Enjoy lunch ( own arrangements ) on the iconic Yarra River next to Federation Square.
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Federation Square
As our tour comes to a close we will return to Fed Square where we will say our goodbyes and you will enjoy the array of eateries on offer.
