Melbourne Laneways and Galleries Impressionist Art Walking Tour

Duration3h

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

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-renowned coffee culture before finishing with a guided visit to the National Gallery of Victoria, in Federation Square.

See Melbourne through the eyes of an artist, and discover the untold stories behind Australia’s most influential artist movement and the start of our country's modern art scene.

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

What to expect

Parliament House of Victoria
10m

Join our tour at Parliament House and learn about the backdrop for the story of the Australian Impressionists in Victorian Melbourne.
Old Treasury Building
10m

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.
Collins Street
5m

Discover hidden Melbourne and artist studios of the Australian impressionists in the hey day of this significant time.
Melbourne Town Hall
10m

Enjoy learning about the most significant artist exhibition of the Australian Impressionists and their impact on Modern Art of Australia as we know it.
The Block Arcade
20m

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.
Royal Arcade
5m

Discover hidden gems of Melbourne whilst we wind our way through Melbourne's labyrinth of hidden laneways home to artisan shopping.
Bourke Street Mall
Pass by

We will walk through Melbourne's main shopping district enroute to our next stop
10m

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.
State Library Victoria
5m

As we pass by the State Library you will discover an untold connection to the father of Australian Impressionism.
City Circle Tram
10m

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.
Flinders Street Station
Pass by

A Melbourne icon - visit one of the busiest and most beautiful railway stations in the world
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
30m

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.
Yarra River
Pass by

Enjoy lunch ( own arrangements ) on the iconic Yarra River next to Federation Square.
10m

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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Pickup details

We can collect you from the Park Hyatt reception at 9.30am the day of your tour. You will need to message us to confirm this complimentary pick up.

Please meet your guide next to concierge promptly. Your guide will be carrying a backpack and wearing a Lost Impressionist top.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children 15 and over are welcome to join if accompanied by an adult.
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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125.00 AUD per person

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