Private Melbourne: Pride of St Kilda
Melbourne, Australia
From USD 73.93
Office phone number: +61 3 8672 6442
Private Melbourne: Pride of St Kilda
Melbourne, Australia
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Join a local guide for an afternoon of exploring the LGBTQI history of St Kilda, a vibrant area that has always been a place of acceptance, diversity and inclusion in Melbourne. You’ll visit important landmarks and venues significant to the LGBTQI community, learn about the history of the area, and end with a drink in the oldest gay friendly bar in the city.
This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.
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Highlights
- Learn about how St Kilda has always been at the forefront of pushing boundaries in Melbourne and a hub of acceptance
- Visit the new Victorian Pride Centre – the second largest of its kind in the world, and hear about the incredible organisations that are helping the LGBTQI+ community
- Enjoy one of our favourite snacks
- Have a drink in Melbourne’s oldest gay friendly bar and hear stories of the prominent characters of St Kilda
Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour:
- During your tour you will hear about the acceptance and inclusiveness that the suburb of St Kilda has always shown, and specifically about the non-profit organisations in the area that are helping the local community.
- Your tour also visits LGBTQI+ friendly businesses to help support the local community in Melbourne.
- Local LGBTQI+ guides are hired for this tour to offer employment opportunities to those within this community.
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Schedule details
- Duration: 3 hours
- Meeting point:
Luna Park,18 Lower Esplanade, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
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- Starting time: 2.30 PM
- Ending point:
St Kilda
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, 1 coffee (or similar drink), 1 sweet or savoury snack, 1 drink (beer, wine, cider or soft drink).
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, MYKI card, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
You tour starts at Luna park where your guide will outline how St Kilda has changed over the years. From there, you’ll head to Veg Out, an organic, chemical free community garden where you’ll see artwork by LGTBQI artists who have lived in St Kilda.
Next, we’ll take a walk along Acland St and stop for a coffee and snack on the way. While in the area, we’ll stop to visit the Great Wall of St Kilda, a large mosaic wall depicting local residents' quotes and portraits, including messages about the AIDS crisis, gay rights, inclusiveness and diversity.
You’ll then stop at Linden Gallery, a Victorian mansion that now houses an LGTBQI+ inclusive community arts centre and gallery. Another important stop on our tour will be the front of the building where Secret Life of Us was filmed, one of the first 'mainstream' Australian TV shows to depict openly gay characters positively.
A walk past Theatre Works is next, a community theatre that hosts many LGTBQI+ events and productions. You’ll then walk along the Rainbow Road, a colourful crossing on Fitzroy St before visiting the new Victorian Pride Centre – the second largest of its kind in the world. Hear about the many businesses that are based here and the amazing work they do for the LGBTQI+ community in Australia.
We’ll then head down Fitzroy St where the Midsumma Parade takes place, part of the three-week LGBTQI+ festival that takes place every summer in the city.
Our tour ends with a drink at the newly renovated Prince Public Bar, the oldest gay friendly bar in Melbourne and in operation since the 1930s. In the 1970s it was home to 'Pennies' Lesbian Disco and 'Pokies,' one of Melbourne’s first above ground drag venues. After your drink, feel free to stick around, or your guide can offer tips on what else to see and do in the area.
This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, 1 coffee (or similar drink), 1 sweet or savoury snack, 1 drink (beer, wine, cider or soft drink).
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, MYKI card, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Please be aware that Melbourne is known for having 4 seasons in a day, so it is recommended to have appropriate clothing. Comfortable walking shoes are also recommended.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Additional Information: Guests will need to make their own way to St Kilda. If travelling by public transport they will need to have a MYKI card as trams to St Kilda are outside the free tram zone.
Closure of sites: In the event that a featured tour site is closed a suitable alternative will be arranged.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Dietary Notes
We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@melbourneurbanadventures.com
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Local contact
Office phone number: +61 3 8672 6442
Email address: info@melbourneurbanadventures.com
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