Guided walks and things to do

Discover the heritage treasures and secret histories of Port Phillip with free online and in person guided walks. Art and heritage programs are also available online and in person including self-guided walks and exhibitions.

Guided walks in Port Phillip

This is a free program of monthly walks that explore the heritage treasures of the City of Port Phillip. Join our knowledgeable walks leaders as they share the cultural, architectural, art and social histories of the places that we call home and tell the amazing stories of the people who have lived here.

November

Foraging Wild in St Kilda

Forage for wild food, tools, and medicine through Indigenous landscapes such as billabong, lake, urban forest, creek, and seashore. Learn about native flora used by Traditional Owners, settlers and immigrants and their potential for a sustainable Australia.

Start: Albert Park Reserve - Meet opposite Fernwood Fitness 201 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda VIC 3182
Finish: Catani Gardens, Beaconsfield Parade, St Kilda West VIC 3182

December

St Kilda's Underground Music Walking Tour

Join Melynda Von Wayward and Rob Wellington to explore St Kilda’s iconic music venues from the Palais Theatre to the George Hotel in Fitzroy Street. Explore the bands, promoters, fashion and artists involved in a significant decade of Australian music history from 1977 to 1987.

Location: George Hotel, main entrance 125-129 Fitzroy Street, Ends in Acland Street, St Kilda VIC 3182

Image: Boys Next Door, Bananas, courtesy Joe Murray. Punkjourney.com

Street Art and Ghost Signs of St Kilda

Travel the streets, back lanes and industrial walls of St Kilda seeking the hidden ghost signs - ancient advertising typographies and how they relate to contemporary artforms such as graffiti and street art.

Start and finish: St Kilda Library, Duke Street Entrance, St Kilda VIC 3182

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