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Melbourne Ghosts of Williamstown Self Guided Walking Tour

1–2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Melbourne Ghosts of Williamstown Self Guided Walking Tour

About this activity

Explore the eerie side of Williamstown on this self-guided ghost walking tour, starting at hobsons bay hotel and uncovering chilling stories across historic landmarks.

From the haunted steam packet hotel and peaceful yet unsettling commonwealth reserve to hidden secrets beneath customs house hotel williamstown, every stop reveals a darker past.

Walk along gem pier williamstown, visit the infamous williamstown morgue, and pass the mysterious royal hotel building and stags head hotel.

End your journey at the serene Williamstown Botanic Gardens, where history still lingers.

A must-do experience near victoria park and for visitors searching hotels near royal exhibition building melbourne.

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At a glance

Duration
1–2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Written guide
German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by
Trippy Tour Guide

Ages: Adults (16–65 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Detailed directions to both well-known attractions and hidden spots
  • Included: Audio Guide
  • Included: Access to the Melbourne: Ghosts of Williamstown Self-Guided Walking Tour on our App
  • Included: 10+ narration points of popular locations in Melbourne
  • Included: Fully offline map – no need for Wi-Fi or data.

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    5 min

    Start at Hobson’s Bay Hotel, a historic waterfront pub where ghost stories linger. This iconic Hobsons Bay Hotel sets the tone for Williamstown’s haunted past and eerie maritime history.

  2. Stop 2

    10 min

    Visit the Steam Packet Hotel, one of Williamstown’s oldest pubs. Known for ghost sightings and strange activity, this historic Steam Packet Hotel blends charm, tragedy, and legend.

  3. Commonwealth Reserve Williamstown

    10 min

    Walk through Commonwealth Reserve, once a major arrival point and early morgue site. This peaceful space hides a dark history tied to immigration, diseases, and coastal life.

  4. Stop 4

    5 min

    Explore Customs House Hotel Williamstown, where hidden tunnels and eerie cellar stories remain. A historic waterfront landmark linked to trade, secrets, and unexplained events.

  5. Gem Pier

    10 min

    Stand at Gem Pier, a scenic yet haunted waterfront. Known as Gem Pier Williamstown, this location holds stories of sailors, shipwrecks, and ghostly figures.

  6. Stop 6

    5 min

    Discover the Royal Hotel Building, once a high-stakes gambling hub with dark endings. Located near hotels near Royal Exhibition Building Melbourne, it carries eerie legends.

  7. Stop 7

    5 min Admission included

    At Point Gellibrand, uncover mass burials, convict history, and the Timeball Tower. A calm coastal park layered with one of Williamstown’s darkest pasts.

  8. Stop 8

    5 min

    Step into Stags Head Hotel, famous for eerie cellar activity and ghost sightings. This historic pub blends maritime history with a consistently unsettling atmosphere.

  9. Williamstown Botanic Gardens

    15 min

    At Williamstown Botanic Gardens, a peaceful escape with hidden history. Beneath its beauty lie whispers of past burials and lingering presences.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • The tour begins in front of the main gate of Hobson's Bay Hotel, located on Ferguson Street.

End point

  • The Tour ends at Williamstown Botanic Gardens, which is our last stop.

Using your ticket

Once you book a tour, you’ll get a seperate email from the supplier with instructions.

To access the tour Download the APP (while in good wifi/signal) and use your Tour Code to access your tours.

Keep your mobile fully charged & use headphones to listen to the audio for best experience.

To begin the tour, go to the Starting Point and launch the app.

The Audio Plays Automatically at each stop.

Stick to the tour route for the best experience.

Please note that this is a self guided tour & no one will meet you at the starting point.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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