Date: Friday 15 August 2025
Time: 1:15pm
Address: Parliament House Victoria
Spring Street Melbourne
Description:
Join Tour Guides Australia colleagues for a 1-hour (approx) tour of Parliament House Victoria.
A working knowledge of Parliament and Parliament House is a ‘must’ for all Melbourne tour guides. Whether you are a new or experienced tour guide, this is a perfect opportunity to learn or refresh your understandings about this major Melbourne building and the important role it plays in our democracy.
You will learn more about the role, history and work of the Parliament while exploring this historically significant building with an experienced Tours and Outreach Officer.
Highlights:
• Enter the Legislative Chambers where laws are made, and hear about the mystery of the stolen mace
• Learn about the Westminster style of Parliament while sitting in a Member of Parliament's chair
Have your photo taken with Queen Victoria in the grand hall named after her and admire the portraits of past Premiers that adorn the walls
• Discover the Library that played a role in convincing the Federal Parliament to occupy the building from 1901 to 1927
• We have also requested that the tour include aspects of the architectural history and design of this Melbourne icon that was built ‘from the inside out’.
Please note that the exact route and spaces visited will depend on both the tour guide and access to the spaces on the day.
Professional Guide Members - Free Event
Affiliate Members - $20
