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Shrine Cultural Guided Tour in Melbourne
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Shrine Cultural Guided Tour in Melbourne
Shrine Cultural Guided Tour in Melbourne

Shrine of Remembrance Cultural Guided Tour in Melbourne

By Shrine of Remembrance
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Free cancellation available
Price is AU$21 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 45m
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Overview

Delve deeper into the Shrine by joining a 45-minute tour, led by an expert guide.
Discover the fascinating history of this monument born by grief after the First World War, which now provides a place of remembrance for Australian service and sacrifice in all wars since.
Learn about our commemorative spaces, special exhibitions and the personal stories that make the Shrine a living monument.

Activity location

  • Shrine of Remembrance
    • St. Kilda Road,
    • 3004, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 5X9F+R9 Melbourne
    • 3004, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Shrine Tour
  • Activity duration is 45 minutes45m45m
  • English

Experience Australia's first national war memorial as part of the Shrine's own tour. Join a professional guide to learn more about the building's fascinating stories, history and architecture.

Language options: English
Price details
AU$20.52 x 1 AdultAU$20.52
Total
Price is AU$20.52

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll taxes, fees and handling charges
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll tour participants receive a 10% discount when making purchases from the Shrine Gift Shop.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransport to/from attractions
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedCoffee and snacks (available for purchase)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedNon-alcoholic drinks (available for purchase)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Shrine tours involve a moderate amount of walking including a large number of stairs.
  • Shrine tour participants are requested to dress comfortably, yet respectfully. Comfortable, respectful clothing with a hat
  • Walking shoes and a hat during the warmer months as some of the tour takes in some of the Shrine's exterior. Please note, as a sign of respect, hats should be removed in the Sanctuary.
  • Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day

Activity itinerary

Shrine of Remembrance
Meet your Tour Guide at the Shrine's Visitor Centre information desk at your nominated tour time. Your tour will begin and finish in the Shrine Visitors Centre and include: • Explanation of the distinctive architectural features, statues, poignant inscriptions, building design and history • A visit to the Sanctuary via the grand bronze doors to experience the Ray of Light activation • Stunning views of the memorial gardens, the city of Melbourne and surrounds from the Balcony • The Shrine's Crypt to understand more about the many years of history encapsulated in this small space • A tour of the Galleries to learn about fascinating personal histories and artefacts on display • A visit to the interactive Peace Wall display before your tour concludes back at the Shrine Visitor Centre  

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESShrine of Remembrance
    • St. Kilda Road,
    • 3004, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE5X9F+R9 Melbourne
    • 3004, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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