Melbourne Laneways and Galleries Impressionist Art Walking Tour

3 hours Free cancellation

Melbourne Laneways and Galleries Impressionist Art Walking Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Step into the world of art and mystery on Melbourne’s most unique new walking tour. Guided by a professional artist, this immersive walking tour experience celebrates the lives and fascinating stories of Melbourne's Australian Impressionist artists and their incredible connection to Monet, Renoir and Van Gogh through the friendship of one pioneering Australian artist.

Explore Melbourne’s hidden laneways, iconic landmarks and long forgotten heritage buildings as you uncover the vibrant studios, galleries, and bohemian haunts of the 1800's. Hear tales of artistic passion and lasting friendships that helped shape a uniquely Australian artistic identity.

Along the way, savor Melbourne’s world-renowned coffee culture before finishing with a guided visit to the National Gallery of Victoria, in Federation Square.

See Melbourne through the eyes of an artist, and discover the untold stories behind Australia’s most influential artist movement and the start of our country's modern art scene.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: The Lost Impressionist

Ages: Youth (15–17 years) · Adults (18–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Ride a Melbourne tram
Included: Entry to the National Gallery of Victoria
Included: Enjoy the allure of a Melbourne coffee, tea or hot chocolate
Included: Professional Artist Guide
Included: A postcard of an Australian Impressionist artwork
Included: Enjoy a short art history presentation
Included: Small Groups of no more than 10 people

Not included

Not included: Food and drink not stated
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Parliament House of Victoria

10 min

Join our tour at Parliament House and learn about the backdrop for the story of the Australian Impressionists in Victorian Melbourne.
Old Treasury Building

10 min

View our Old Treasury Building at the top end of Collins Street and the context for the artistic landscape through the boom years of Melbourne's Gold rush era.
Collins Street

5 min

Discover hidden Melbourne and artist studios of the Australian impressionists in the hey day of this significant time.
Melbourne Town Hall

10 min

Enjoy learning about the most significant artist exhibition of the Australian Impressionists and their impact on Modern Art of Australia as we know it.
The Block Arcade

20 min

Discover the joy and beauty of Melbourne's most exquisite shopping arcade - home to boutique artisans and creatives since 1892 and our stop in a beautiful Melbourne coffee house.
Royal Arcade

5 min

Discover hidden gems of Melbourne whilst we wind our way through Melbourne's labyrinth of hidden laneways home to artisan shopping.
Bourke Street Mall

Passing by

We will walk through Melbourne's main shopping district enroute to our next stop
Stop 8

10 min

We will visit a long forgotten, hidden city laneway, and see Melbourne street art whilst we uncover the mystery and story around one very famous Australian Impressionist.
State Library Victoria

5 min

As we pass by the State Library you will discover an untold connection to the father of Australian Impressionism.
City Circle Tram

10 min

Experience the fun of a Melbourne tram ( free ) as we ride together from mid town to the river, the location of the National Gallery of Victoria.
Flinders Street Station

Passing by

A Melbourne icon - visit one of the busiest and most beautiful railway stations in the world
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia

30 min

We will continue our walking tour with a visit to the Australian Impressionist art collection and enjoy viewing original artwork by Roberts, Streeton, McCubbin and Russell and their connection to Monet.
Yarra River

Passing by

Enjoy lunch ( own arrangements ) on the iconic Yarra River next to Federation Square.
Stop 14

10 min

As our tour comes to a close we will return to Fed Square where we will say our goodbyes and you will enjoy the array of eateries on offer.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet your guide on the bottom step of Parliament House promptly for a 10am start of your tour. Your guide will be carrying a backpack and wearing a Lost Impressionist top.

End point

Your tour will end at the National Gallery of Victoria in Federation Square. This is the ideal location to continue enjoying the gallery or continue on with your day. There are many restaurants and coffee shops at Federation Square.

Pickup points

Park Hyatt Melbourne

We can collect you from the Park Hyatt reception at 9.30am the day of your tour. You will need to message us to confirm this complimentary pick up.

Please meet your guide next to concierge promptly. Your guide will be carrying a backpack and wearing a Lost Impressionist top.

Using your ticket

Please read our FULL BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS before you confirm your tour with The Lost Impressionist https://www.thelostimpressionist.com.au/terms-of-service

Summary:

1. Health and safety on tour is paramount. You can confirm that you and your booking party are physically fit and suffer no medical conditions which may be aggravated by this tour. Please ensure you wear suitable walking shoes and clothing and carry water with you enroute.

2. While we endeavour to operate tours as described we reserve the right to change the trip itinerary due to local circumstances or a Force Majeure Event.

5. Customers may reschedule up to 24 hrs prior by contacting What's App +61 449 824203. Rescheduling within 24 hrs will mean loss of the full price paid. This includes, but is not limited to, illness, medical emergency, delayed or cancelled transportation resulting in missing the start of the tour.

6. We are an all-weather operator, with just two exceptions. Tours do not operate in conditions of torrential rain or extreme heat over 38c as stated on: http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/melbourne.shtml This decision will be made two hours prior to the tour. You will be contacted to either reschedule or we can arrange a refund.

7. This is a walking tour. Please ensure you and each of your booking party are able to comfortably walk approximately 2.5km. As part of your booking you can confirm that you and your booking party are physically fit and suffer no medical conditions which may be aggravated by this tour. You consent to receive medical treatment in the case of injury, accident or illness during the activity and to indemnify the operator against any claims in respect of this treatment.

8. We may take photographs of your group which may be used for our daily updates on social media. If you are not happy to have your photograph taken please don’t hesitate to let us know at any stage.

Thank you.

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children 15 and over are welcome to join if accompanied by an adult.
This is a walking tour. Please ensure you and each of your booking party are able to comfortably walk approximately 2.5km. As part of your booking you can confirm that you and your booking party are physically fit and suffer no medical conditions which may be aggravated by this tour. You consent to receive medical treatment in the case of injury, accident or illness during the activity and to indemnify the operator against any claims in respect of this treatment.t.