Visit the Melbourne Gardens, a significant cultural site for the Kulin Nation. Gain insight into the rich history and culture of the First Peoples of Australia.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Duration 1.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

Gain insights into the rich history and culture of the local First Peoples
Learn about this indigenous community's connection to plants, foods, tools, and medicine
Journey into the ancestral lands of the Kulin (Koolin) Nation

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Womin Djeka! Journey into Melbourne Gardens, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with an Aboriginal guide. The tour will give you an understanding and respect for the Aboriginal people who have lived in the area.

Learn about the rich history and thriving culture of the local First Peoples, and discover their connection to plants and their traditional uses for food, tools, and medicine. At the conclusion of the tour, enjoy the pristine landscape while you listen to stories of cultural significance.

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Safety measures in place

The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned

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Meeting point

Melbourne Gardens Visitor Centre, 100 Birdwood Ave, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia

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This is an outdoor activity; please wear appropriate clothing for weather conditions and appropriate footwear
Parking fees are not included

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This tour was informative and interesting :) Definitely broaden my knowledge. Thank you.

August 30, 2019

Well worth the trip and very different from the other tours. Our guide provided some. History of the first people as well as their practices in relation to traditional use of the plants available in the botanical garden. Was wonderful to be part of the smoking ceremony too.

October 28, 2019

very good information and a very nice guide (Calconie)

March 9, 2020

Melbourne: Aboriginal Heritage Walk

Melbourne: Aboriginal Heritage Walk

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