Explore Fitzroy’s Rich History on Foot

Walking Tours

Tour Types

We offer two types of guided walking tours through Fitzroy: a two-hour exploration of southern Fitzroy, and fully tailored walks designed around your group size, specific interests and preferred duration.

Classic Fitzroy Tour
(2-Hour Walk)

In the Classic Walking Tour you will uncover the social fabric of Fitzroy, past and present. You will get an overview of the amazing history of Melbourne’s first suburb as well as an introduction to the threads and themes that make Fitzroy so unique, including:

Historic landmarks, architecture and the built environment
Music, street art, bars, pubs and cafes
Social justice organisations, activism, movements
Cafes, social clubs and restaurants
Sites of significance for First Nations communities
Historical and present day Fitzroy characters and stories

The Classic Walking Tour of Fitzroy lasts for approximately two hours. Practical information includes:

Runs every Friday, Saturday & Sunday at 10am and 3pm
Route focuses on the Southern part of Fitzroy
Starts at the corner of Gertrude St and Smith St
Ends at the Fitzroy market, Rose St
Flat route with regular breaks
Small groups, capped at 10 participants
Everyone is welcome

Tailored Walking Tours

The private tailored walking tours of Fitzroy can be shaped around your group size, specific interests, budget and duration.

Topics we can focus on include (but are not limited to):

The architecture and built environment that shape the suburb
Notable businesses and industry in the area
Prominent figures and local characters
The evolution of Fitzroy’s pubs, cafes and restaurants
Fitzroy’s social justice movements and significant organisations
The development of Fitzroy’s music scenes
Sports and the legacy of the Fitzroy Football Club
The churches, religion, and spiritual communities of Fitzroy
Sites of significance, protest and resistance for First Nations Communities

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   Katrina Barnes 
 36 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  This walking tour was brilliant! Josh clearly has a depth of knowledge that meant that the tour was interactive and tailored to things my friend and I were interested in, rather than just being read from a script. As someone who grew up in Melbourne I had no idea how interesting Fitzroy's history is. I can’t recommend this tour enough.
  
 
 
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   Jamie Richardson 
 83 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  I have been a Fitzroy local for many years and I am so glad I did this walking tour. Josh provided a vast amount of knowledge and so many interesting stories. It gave me a new found appreciation of the area!
  
 
 
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   JHS 
 85 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Josh is very knowledgeable and sets a relaxed, easygoing pace for the tour. There is plenty of time and opportunity for questions and follow-ups or even deviations. It’s a lovely way to learn about the oldest suburb of Melbourne!
  
 
 
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   Sarah Gargiulo 
 121 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  I highly recommend Josh and his walking tour of Fitzroy. His knowledge is exceptional, and struck the perfect balance between sharing information while giving you the space to ask questions and truly soak in the neighbourhood's vibrance. If you want to understand the stories that have shaped Fitzroy into the wonderful suburb it is today, this is an absolute must-do!
  
 
 
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   Greg Hall 
 122 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  Thoroughly enjoyable historical jaunt through lovely post Gold Rush boom architecture. Lots of interestingly amazing stories of Melbourne’s first foray into suburbia
  
 
 
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   Aaron Meredith 
 129 days ago
 
 
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I attended the Fitzroy walking tour yesterday with a friend who is new to Melbourne. I have lived here for over a decade. We were both pleasantly surprised by the hidden history and threads that make fitzroy so unique . The tour guide Josh was relaxed , friendly and most of all very passionate and knowledgeable about the area . I enjoyed slowing down and taking a moment to appreciate the history & architecture of a usually fast paced Fitzroy environment.
  
 
 
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   Nicola Thomson 
 133 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  This tour is exceptional! It struck a great balance between history, architecture, and the people who shaped the area - lots of interesting details and anecdotes. The guide, Josh, is Secretary of the Fitzroy Historical Society and clearly knows and loves the area. He’s a great story teller and welcomed questions and deep dives into everyone’s different areas of interest. As a local, it really brought Fitzroy’s history to life for me. I’d recommend it to locals and visitors alike. A fun and fascinating way to spend an afternoon.
  
 
 
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   Torsten Lofhelm 
 157 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.  A knowledgeable walk that will give locals a reimagining of familiar streets with new knowledge and perspectives or a vision of the past for tourists seeking a unique activity while staying in Melbourne. Josh is a wonderful guide and this is truly time well spent, bridging past and present. Highly recommend!
  
 
 
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   Ruth Lancaster 
 200 days ago
 
 
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A fantastic experience with Fitzroy Walking Tours and our guide, Josh. Engaging, alive with stories, and history - showing Fitzroy’s rich character. As keen walking tour enthusiasts who seeks them out wherever we travel, we can highly recommend this one. Loved it.  Ruth and Chris
  
 
 
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   Rachel Routley 
 201 days ago
 
 
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What a fabulous introduction to several new layers of Fitzroy! Great guide, Josh is SO knowledgeable, with so many interesting snippets to share. Such a joy to discover the physical and social history of each street. Strongly recommend!
  
 
 
 
 
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