Guided walks and things to do
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
