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Free Tours of iconic Melbourne places
Discover hidden gems, iconic buildings and beautiful gardens on these free guided tours.
Free tours of iconic Melbourne places
National Gallery of Victoria
Melbourne's famous National Gallery of Victoria has a bunch of tours that won't cost you a cent. Explore highlights of the huge international collection with a volunteer guide. Or join an insightful guided talk all about women in art including the artist behind the giant yellow pumpkin sculpture in the foyer. And there's even a limited-time tour all about paintings, sculpture and textiles from Italy.
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The State Library
The State Library h/as emerged from a major renovation. Take a free history of the library tour to see what's new. You'll visit galleries, the Ian Potter Queens Hall and the heritage reading rooms, where you can stop to browse the endless books. Aussie history buffs will love the new display of Ned Kelly's armour, alongside his manifesto, the Jerilderie letter.
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Parliament House
Head to the 19th century on a public tour of Parliament House. Think Gold Rush-era marble, chandeliers and polished wood. See inside the parliamentary chambers, take a seat in a Member of Parliament's chair and say hello to the statue of Queen Victoria. There are three tours every weekday, except when Parliament is sitting.
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Royal Botanic Gardens
Don't miss the opportunity to discover Melbourne's vibrant Royal Botanic Gardens on a free guided walking tour. Discover natural flora and fauna as you wander through rolling landscapes, towering trees and glittering lakes. The sessions run for one hour and 30 minutes every day except Mondays.
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Melbourne Town Hall
Take a free guided tour of one of the city's most iconic buildings, Melbourne Town Hall. Learn about the building's unique history as you visit the Grand Council Chambers and stand in rooms once visited by royalty. You may even get to stand on the Portico Balcony where the Beatles stood in 1964, waving to thousands of screaming fans below.
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Article by whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au
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