Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour in Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia

Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour

Outty Ranking 77 4.8 · 203 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $75

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77/100

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4.8/5

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Is Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour worth booking?

Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour is a 3-hour experience in Melbourne, Australia, from $75 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 203 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
77 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (203)
Duration
3 hours
From
$75 per person

From haunted graveyards to Jack The Ripper, Melbourne's scary past comes to light on this ghost and murder tour of the CBD. Join us as we explore Melbourne's scary side while visiting three of her best kept bar secrets

What you get

    About this experience

    From haunted graveyards to Jack The Ripper, Melbourne's scary past comes to light on this ghost and murder tour of the CBD. Join us as we explore Melbourne's scary side while visiting three of her best kept bar secrets. Discover three amazing laneway bars, and take part in a pub quiz at bar 2 for your chance to win a prize! Photos of your tour can also be provided at no extra charge.

    What's included

    Included

    • Expert Tips - contact our expert team for any food, entertainment or other Melbourne recommendations
    • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
    • Professional guide
    • Map of Melbourne's best bars (free upon request)

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Alcoholic beverages

    What you'll see and do

    1. Queen Victoria Market

      Our tour host will meet you at these world famous and old markets to begin your journey into Melbourne's dark past, starting with her first cemetery. Later, we stop at our first bar for a drink, but before that we learn more about Melbourne's obsession with ghosts and the macabre.

      40 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Stopping outside one of Melbourne's original gold rush pubs, we find out more about the history of morgues in Melbourne

      5 minutes here

    3. Old Melbourne Gaol

      Learn about this Gaol gruesome role in executing more than 135 men and women, the most haunted part of the Gaol, and its most famous resident! We also talk about the first men hanged in Melbourne.

      10 minutes here · Admission not included

    4. Enter the world's oldest continuous Chinatown and discovery the scourge of crime, prostitution and opium that once plagued this area. Later we'll stop for a drink at one of the area's hidden laneway bars.

      40 minutes here

    5. Step back in time to Melbourne's first marketplace - part farmers market, part freak show carnival - as we learn about the famous murder that took place here.

      5 minutes here

    6. Home to the ghost of a young lady, brutally murdered and with her killer still unknown!

      5 minutes here

    7. Once home to the hottest bar during WW2, we also learn about the serial killer who terrorised Melbourne during the wartime period.

      5 minutes here

    8. 277-279 Flinders Lane.

      Home to some of Melbourne's best bars and restaurants, you might also find a scary tale or two here. We finish our tour with a drink at one of the area's best cocktail bars.

      40 minutes here

    9. Hosier Lane

      Melbourne's most famous graffiti laneway also has a dark past, and a ghost many believe may have been the most famous slasher of them all.

      5 minutes here

    10. Fed Square

      Once home to our first morgue, Federation Square has its fair share of dark secrets, including prostitute ghosts, dead fisherman and bodies in boxes!

      5 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Melbourne

    Meet us outside L Shed, corner of String Bean Alley and Queen St, inside the Queen Victoria Markets (between L Shed and the toilet block!).

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Fed Square, Swanston St & Flinders St in Melbourne

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Thu, Sat
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Drinking History Tours

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Minimum age is 18 years
    • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities
    • Dress code is casual!

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 201 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    10 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Traveler reviews

    201 verified traveler reviews for Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    AJPato · August 2026

    Great Stories, Great Bars & a Brilliant Guide

    Fantastic tour! Jay’s storytelling, knowledge and genuine love of Melbourne were amazing. We also loved the stops at the different bars along the way. Entertaining from start to finish — highly recommended!

    via Tripadvisor

    naomigG145SV · July 2026

    Jay is a mine of information!

    Great afternoon walking the lanes and hearing some fabulous tales. Jay shared his knowledge with passion and an endearing love of Melbourne and it's history. Great chatting about travel and favourite reading genres over a Ginger Rogers and an Aviation at our last venue. Wear walking shoes, and very highly recommended.

    via Tripadvisor

    I1717UHkathleenh · July 2026

    Creepy tales were awesome

    Jay was great. The bars we went to were cosy and full of character. The journey to each bar was filled with fascinating history (creepy tales) of the people and places we were passing. Jay was passionate about his city of Melbourne and had many fascinating anecdotes - very pleasant way to spend a Saturday night.

    via Tripadvisor

    L8931EObiancav · July 2026

    amazing

    The tour was amazing but Jay, our tour guide, truly made the experience unforgettable. His vast knowledge of Melbourne’s past and present history was sensational and his storytelling ability was incredible. It felt like walking through a movie! I would definitely recommend it. 10/10!

    via Tripadvisor

    brynm849 · July 2026

    Ghost Tour

    Fun and informative tour of Melbourne's spooks and great bars. Lenny was a great guide!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Thu, Sat
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    71
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 77

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)85
    Review evidence (18% weight)72
    Booking momentum (14% weight)68
    Value for money (12% weight)77
    Listing quality (10% weight)71
    Local standing (8% weight)58
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Melbourne.

    How much does Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $75 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Melbourne usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Melbourne is not rushed.

    Is Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 203 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Melbourne, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour?

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    Around 71 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Melbourne can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Melbourne and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Melbourne within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Melbourne?

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    On Outty we rank every Melbourne experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour, Yarra Valley Wine Tour w Exclusive Gin, Cider & Chocolate Tasting, Yarra Valley Wine Tour from Melbourne - Choc, Gin & Good Times. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Melbourne?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Melbourne?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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