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Hidden Bars & Laneway Legends

Hidden Bars & Laneway Legends

Uncover Melbourne’s boozy history, famous and tucked away sites and world-famous bar scene. *Price inclusive of GST and other charges.

The Essentials

The Tour
  • Sites: We'll explore the eastern side of Melbourne's laneways, home to some of our most famous and interesting places.
  • History: We'll learn about Melbourne's boozy origins, wine parties, gambling police commissioners, the origin of the bar girl, temperance movement and much more!
  • Bars: We'll make the reservations at three hidden bars, plus show you others to visit another time.
Inclusions
  • Amazing tour host: Your expert bar and history guide will lead you on an unforgettable adventure!
  • Trivia: Join us for a cheeky pub quiz for your chance to win fabulous prizes! (i.e. free alcohol)
  • Photos: Our guide will take some happy snaps which will be shared with you after the tour!
  • Hidden Bar Map: Receive your exclusive DHT Hidden Bar Map of Melbourne after the tour so you can keep exploring our unique and diverse bar scene.
  • Contact The Boss: Looking for advice on restaurants or other Melbourne ideas? I'll send you some personalised ideas!
  • DHT App: Gain exclusive access to the DHT App to unlock additional content and tour features!
Bonuses (more than $140 worth!)
  • $100 off your first purchase at Naked Wines! T&Cs apply
  • $10 off Grip6 Wallets
  • Free dram with your first purchase from The Whisky Club
  • Free gift with purchase when you spend $50 or more at Clementine's T&Cs apply

Which ticket should I get?

  • Drinks Upgrade: Our guide will order you a beer, wine or cocktail at each bar (one drink per person, per bar)
  • Standard: Simply order your drinks at the bar and pay your own way
What happens after I book?

  • Instant: Email confirmation
  • Two days prior: Email reminder of tour details
  • 12 hours prior: Last minute email with details on weather, location, etc
  • Day of tour: Text message with Google map location, guide's name and phone number

  • Duration : 3 Hours (approx.)
From AUD $84.99

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Whisky Bars & Gin Joints

Whisky Bars & Gin Joints

Discover the long and fascinating history of spirits in Victoria while visiting some of Melbourne's best bars and tasting some of our finest product. *Price inclusive of GST and other charges.

The Essentials

The Tour

  • Amazing tour host: Your expert bar and history guide will lead you on an unforgettable adventure!
  • Bars: You’ll stop for a drink at three of Melbourne’s coolest whisky and gin bars, including Melbourne’s oldest dedicated whisky bar and the only distillery in the CBD. 
  • History: You’ll learn about the Ned Kelly of Victorian whisky, how Victoria led whisky & gin production in the 19th and early 20th century, and fun facts about the rich global history of whisky and gin.
  • Sites: Stroll through the east end of the CBD, through the old red light district, past China Town and the Greek Quarter
Inclusions 
  • Tastings: Each bar stop will include tastings of some of Australia and world's finest spirits. Each tasting comprises a paddle of 3 x spirits (20ml each)
  • Tour Host: Our brilliant tour host will take care of every detail - from making the bookings to ordering the drinks!
  • Photos: Our guide will be on hand to take happy snaps which will be shared with you after the tour!
  • Contact The Boss: Looking for advice on restaurants or other Melbourne ideas? I'll send you some personalised ideas!
  • Bar maps: Receive your exclusive Bar Map of Melbourne and Fitzroy after the tour so you can keep exploring our unique and diverse bar scene
  • DHT App: Gain exclusive access to the DHT App to unlock additional content and tour features!

Bonuses (more than $140 worth!)

  • $100 off your first purchase at Naked Wines! T&Cs apply
  • $20 off your first purchase at BoozeBud! T&Cs apply
  • $10 off Grip6 Wallets
  • Free dram with your first purchase from The Whisky Club
  • Free gift with purchase when you spend $50 or more at Clementine's T&Cs apply

Fine Print

  • Tour bookings close 24 hours prior to start time to secure bar space. 
  • For same day bookings, contact Ben the Boss on +61(0)402 242 982 or bentheboss@drinkinghistorytours.com to see if he can squeeze you in!*

What happens after I book?

  • Instant: Email confirmation
  • Two days prior: Email reminder of tour details
  • 12 hours prior: Last minute email with details on weather, location, etc
  • Day of tour: Text message with Google map location, guide's name and phone number

  • Duration : 3 Hours (approx.)
From AUD $169.99

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Hidden Bars & Creepy Tales

Hidden Bars & Creepy Tales

Melbourne's dark past comes to light on our famous tour of the CBD. Join us as we uncover Melbourne's creepy side while visiting three of her best bars. *Price inclusive of GST and other charges.

The Essentials

  • Length: ~3 hours
  • Start: 2pm or 3:45pm Saturday || 7:30pm Tuesday and Thursday || Queen Victoria Markets
  • Guests: No more than 12 people

The Tour

  • Sites: You'll explore the northern and eastern side of Melbourne, home to some of our most famous and interesting places. Sites include the Old Melbourne Gaol, Queen Victoria Markets, China Town and more.
  • History: You'll learn about Melbourne's most ghastly, ghoulish and scary tales. From Jack the Ripper suspects, to wartime serial killers and buried graveyards
  • Bars: We'll stop at three hidden bars, plus show others to visit another time
Inclusions

  • Amazing tour host: Your expert bar and history guide will lead you on an unforgettable adventure!
  • Trivia: Join us for a cheeky pub quiz for your chance to win fabulous prizes! (i.e. free alcohol)
  • Photos: Our guide will be on hand to take some happy snaps which will be shared with you after the tour
  • Hidden Bar Map: Receive your exclusive DHT Hidden Bar Map of Melbourne after the tour so you can keep exploring our unique and diverse bar scene.
  • Contact The Boss: Looking for advice on restaurants or other Melbourne ideas? I'll send you some personalised ideas!
  • DHT App: Exclusive access to the DHT App to unlock exclusive content and tour features

Bonuses (more than $140 worth!)

  • $100 off your first purchase at Naked Wines! T&Cs apply
  • $10 off Grip6 Wallets
  • Free dram with your first purchase from The Whisky Club
  • Free gift with purchase when you spend $50 or more at Clementine's T&Cs apply
Which ticket should I get?

  • Drinks Upgrade: Our guide will order you a beer, wine or cocktail at each bar (one drink per person, per bar)
  • Standard: Simply order your drinks at the bar and pay your own way
What happens after I book?

  • Instant: Email confirmation
  • Two days prior: Email reminder of tour details
  • 12 hours prior: Last minute email with details on weather, location, etc
  • Day of tour: Text message with Google map location, guide's name and phone number

  • Duration : 3 Hours (approx.)
From AUD $84.99

Enter Number of Guests *

Choose a Time *

Book Now