Melbourne Walking Tour of True Crime History
by Dark Stories
Overview
This walking tour in Melbourne lasts about 90 minutes and focuses on the city's true crime history. A knowledgeable guide leads the group to various historic crime locations around Melbourne. Participants learn about the Gun Alley Murder Trial and its conviction details. The tour also covers a Jack the Ripper suspect connected to Melbourne, his ties to England, and what eventually happened to him. One stop involves investigating a murder mystery linked to an address that does not exist. The guide shares stories involving bank robberies, exorcisms, and detective cases from the Victorian era. This tour is designed for those interested in Melbourne's crime past and its notable cases.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Melbourne
This 90-minute tour visits historic crime scenes throughout Melbourne. It explains the conviction in the Gun Alley Murder Trial. The guide presents information on a genuine Jack the Ripper suspect connected to Melbourne, including his links to England and his fate. Participants learn about a unique murder mystery involving an address that does not exist. The tour also covers various true crime stories such as bank robberies, exorcisms, and detective cases from the Victorian era.
90 min
Meeting point
Please meet in the 8 Hour Reserve at the corner of Russell St and Victoria St, next to the Eight Hour Day Memorial.
End point
Please meet in the 8 Hour Reserve at the corner of Russell St and Victoria St, next to the Eight Hour Day Memorial.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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