The Guildford Files – 90-Minute Walking Tour
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Some of Melbourne’s most interesting stories are tucked away just out of sight.The Guildford Files is a 90-minute guided walking tour that explores the laneways and backstreets behind Bourke Street, where old warehouses, service lanes and quiet corners reveal how the city has reinvented itself over time.
Starting at the historic General Post Office, we’ll make our way into Hardware Lane, the original paved laneway, and the warehouse grandeur of Niagara Lane before stepping into Guildford Lane — a once-gritty service lane that has transformed into one of the CBD’s most charming pockets.
This tour is ideal for anyone curious about how Melbourne’s laneways evolved from purely practical spaces into destinations in their own right.
When: 2 pm – 3.30 pm
Where: Meet on the steps of the General Post Office, Bourke Street
Tickets: $40. Maximum of 10 people.
Meet your guide – Paul Daffey
Paul is a lifelong Melburnian, journalist and storyteller who delights in uncovering the layers of history hiding in plain sight. His tours focus on the human stories and small details that give Melbourne its distinctive character.
Dates
Friday 13 February 2026 - Friday 27 March 2026 (UTC+11)Location
General Post Office
Bourke Street, Melbourne Vic 3000
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