NAVIGATION

NAVIGATION

CoPP | GOV | WALKING | Guided Discoveries of the rich history of City of Port Phillip

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From its iconic old buildings to a feast of underground music, Port Phillip has an exciting and vibrant history to explore.

Let us take you on a journey through what made this city a unique place to live, work and play with our Guided Walks program.

Learn more about historical locations in your suburb, with Guided Walks exploring the Esplanade Vaults, Catani Clock Tower and St Kilda's early to mid-twentieth century flats.

Join music historian Sally Moore and Painters and Dockers artist, music journalist and author Paulie Stewart for a fascinating tour uncovering St Kilda’s 1940s & music history.

Author Carmel McKenzie will also lead a tour of the 19th century mansions and grand homes on St Kilda Hill. Discover new and surprising insights about the history of landmarks such as Eildon, Stradbrooke, Ripplemere, Lansdowne Terrace and Oberwyl, uncovered while Carmel was researching her book ‘St Kilda 1841-1900: Movers & Shakers & Money-makers’.

Our popular Guided Walks reach capacity fast, so book your place early. 

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City of Port Phillip (CoPP)
Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182 Australia
Telephone: 03 9209 6655

City of Port Phillip Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this land, the people of the Kulin Nations. ​We pay our respect to their Elders, past and present. We acknowledge and uphold their continuing relationship to this land.