Fitzroy True Crime Walking Tour: Explore Melbourne's Historic Crime District with a Historian

Uncover the dark history of Melbourne’s crime district on the Fitzroy True Crime Walking Tour. Explore former brothels, gangland murders, and more with a historian guide.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Fitzroy - Historic buildings and lane ways.
What's Included
  • Tour booklet with character photos
Additional Information

Take part in a riveting 2-hour stroll, exploring the bygone crime jurisdictions of Fitzroy, and familiarize yourself with the vibrant individuals who inhabited Melbourne’s notorious crime district a century ago. The enlightening Fitzroy True Crime Walking Tour is exclusively curated and guided by literature enthusiast and historian, Michael Shelford,…

Location
9 Nicholson St
Nicholson Street
We meet at the entrance doors to Melbourne Museum, 9 Nicholson St Carlton.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Suesuewat
Dec 4, 2024
Pleasant walk through an older suburb of Melbourne - Wonderful couple of hours learning some colourful history of Melbourne and realising that Melbourne is never boring.
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Jenny_j
Oct 28, 2024
A journey back in time. - Michael had so much knowledge whatever you asked he could answer. He took you back to that time and you were able to see the houses and imagine the circumstances.
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Ross_h
Oct 14, 2024
Great historical tour, - The detailed knowledge of the people and events described.Michael's description of the events and converations surrounding Squizzy Taylor's death was compelling.
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201susanw
Oct 11, 2024
A very interesting tour. - A really interesting, leisurely tour by the very knowledgeable tour leader! Michael has so much knowledge about the ‘sordid’ history of Fitzroy (and surrounds). Highly recommend this tour.
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Hilary_o
Sep 22, 2024
A fascinating insight into the past - This tour was thoroughly interesting and enjoyable. Michael brings the past alive with his knowledge of the criminal history of Fitzroy of the early 20th century. We felt we got to know some of the gangsters and police officers of the times. The walk is also very pleasant. We highly recommend this tour.
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Danaeboy
Aug 18, 2024
A great way to spend a Sunday morning. - Absolutely loved this tour, picked up loads of information that I didn’t know about. Michael is both knowledgeable and enthusiastic and I would consider the tour excellent value for money.
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Nooranahm
Jul 22, 2024
Vivid look back in time - Michael brought to life stories from the early 1900s with such depth of knowledge, I could really picture the events. The stories were fascinating and I’ve learnt so much about that period of Melbourne’s history in 2 hours. Our tour was with a small group of about 7 in total. My partner and I will definitely go on the other tours in the CBD next time we’re in Melbourne!
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Sarahjane2178
Jul 21, 2024
You have to do this! - We throughly enjoyed our tour with Michael through Fitroys’ colourful past. I feel like the tour could go all day and talk about every building in the area, as Michael is clearly truely de dictated and knowledgeable about his craft. We will definitely be back to do the other tours!! Thanks again :
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444jenniferm
Jun 23, 2024
Fascinating Insight into History - This is a sensational tour! Had been on our list for years and we finally did it, and so glad we did. Michael is a great tour guide - a wealth of knowledge and funny and interesting stories, along with the history of a very shady time in Fitzroy. We would highly recommend.
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Nicole_s
Jun 10, 2024
Great way to spend the morning - Fabulous tour, Michael is a great storyteller and knows his facts inside out. He easily held our interest for the two hours. Highly recommend.
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