Come along and unlock the secrets of this old seaport. Explore hidden lanes, an abandoned morgue, historical buildings and monuments on a free guided walking tour in Williamstown. Tours depart from Hobsons Bay Visitor Information Centre in Commonwealth Reserve, Nelson Place, Williamstown. Please arrive 10 mins before. Bookings essential: Call 9932 3016 or email visitorinformation@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au Guided 2 km walk …

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Join a guided walk and discover the history of some of the churches established in Williamstown in the 1800s. Tours depart from Hobsons Bay Visitor Information Centre in Commonwealth Reserve, Nelson Place, Williamstown. Please meet there 10 mins before the departure time. Bookings essential: Call 9932 3016 or email visitorinformation@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au Walking along accessible footpaths for around 1.5kms.

What stories can be discovered through these gates? Find out during a guided tour of Williamstown Cemetery, one of Victoria’s oldest. Meet at the entrance gates, Champion Road, North Williamstown 10 mins before. Bookings essential - Call 9932 3016 or email visitorinformation@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au Guided walk throughout the Cemetery for an 1.5 hour. Please be aware some of the walk is …

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Did you know that Williamstown was a health resort for the working classes in the early 20th century? On this gentle 2 km wander, learn about the history and health benefits of the Williamstown Botanic Gardens. Nestled by the sea, the Williamstown Botanic gardens provide the opportunity to discover early Victorian garden design from the …

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Guided walking tour retracing our convict system in the colony. There will be some walking on the beach to view the convict sea wall. Meet at the Timeball tower, Point Gellibrand, Battery Road, Williamstown, 10 mins before. Bookings essential: Call 9932 3016 or email visitorinformation@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au Guided 2.4km walking tour on accessible gravel and sealed pathways. Part of tour on …

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