Melbourne Street Art Laneways Discovery Tour

Uncover Melbourne’s hidden stories, street art, and rich history on our Laneways Discovery Running Tour. This guided 8km (5-mile) run begins at 8:00 am from Federation Square, offering a vibrant way to experience the city before it wakes up. The pace is relaxed and suitable for all levels, with plenty of stops for photos, stories, and secret spots.
We kick off at Hosier Lane, Melbourne’s iconic street art alley, before heading to ACDC Lane — full of music, murals, and energy. From there, we run riverside through Birrarung Marr, then past the historic Mitre Tavern, State Library Victoria, and the haunting Old Melbourne Gaol. Along the way, hear tales of convicts, rebels, and legends like Ned Kelly.

We breeze through Little Lon and colourful Chinatown, before finishing with a coffee at Centre Place, surrounded by laneway cafés and local character. Whether you're new to town or a lifelong Melburnian, this is a run through the stories that built the city.

Meeting Point

2 Swanston St

2 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

This tour starts at Federation Square outside Time Out Cafe. The nearest intersection is Swanston & Flinders Street. Time Out Cafe has orange umbrellas/ shade sails in front of it. Your tour guide will meet you in front of this cafe.

What's included:

• A wonderful tour guide to lead the way and share the stories, history and myths of Melbourne
• All photos will be taken for you so all you need to do is look around and take it all in!
• Coffee or an alternative drink to finish the tour is included

Not included:

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Fed Square

Swanston St, Flinders St, Melbourne, 3000, Victoria

We begin at Federation Square, Melbourne’s cultural meeting point and launchpad for exploring the city in motion.

5 minutes

Hosier Lane

Melbourne, 3000, Victoria

At Hosier Lane, ever-changing murals showcase Melbourne’s global reputation for street art and creativity.

Pass by without stopping

ACDC Lane

Flinders Lane, Between Russel St And Exhibition St, Melbourne, 3000, Victoria

We pass through ACDC Lane, where gritty walls and live music venues honour Australia’s rock heritage.

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The Mitre Tavern

5 Bank Pl, Melbourne, 3000, Victoria

By the Mitre Tavern, we uncover stories from one of Melbourne’s oldest surviving pubs and colonial past.

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Hardware Lane

Melbourne, 3000, Victoria

We jog through Hardware Lane, a charming European-style laneway known for its history, cafés, and cobblestone character.

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Old Melbourne Gaol

377 Russell St, , Melbourne, 3000, Victoria

At the Old Melbourne Gaol, we uncover tales of crime, justice and injustice, and the infamous life of Ned Kelly.

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Chinatown

Melbourne, Victoria

In Chinatown, we explore the sights, smells, and stories of one of the oldest Chinese precincts in the West.

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Centre Place

Between Flinders Lane and Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000, Victoria

We end with coffee in Centre Place, soaking in the laneway energy, tucked-away cafés, and Melbourne’s signature charm.

10 minutes