Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Delve deeper into the Shrine by joining a 45-minute tour, led by an expert guide.
Discover the fascinating history of this monument born by grief after the First World War, which now provides a place of remembrance for Australian service and sacrifice in all wars since.
Learn about our commemorative spaces, special exhibitions and the personal stories that make the Shrine a living monument.
Professional guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
All tour participants receive a 10% discount when making purchases from the Shrine Gift Shop.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
Coffee and snacks (available for purchase)
Non-alcoholic beverages (available for purchase)
Departure Point
5X9F+R9X Melbourne VIC, Australia
Please meet at the reception desk at the Visitor Centre.
Return Details
5X9F+R9X Melbourne VIC, Australia
Please meet at the reception desk at the Visitor Centre.
Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Meet your Tour Guide at the Shrine's Visitor Centre information desk at your nominated tour time.
Your tour will begin and finish in the Shrine Visitors Centre and include:
• Explanation of the distinctive architectural features, statues, poignant inscriptions, building design and history
• A visit to the Sanctuary via the grand bronze doors to experience the Ray of Light activation
• Stunning views of the memorial gardens, the city of Melbourne and surrounds from the Balcony
• The Shrine's Crypt to understand more about the many years of history encapsulated in this small space
• A tour of the Galleries to learn about fascinating personal histories and artifacts on display
• A visit to the interactive Peace Wall display before your tour concludes back at the Shrine Visitor Centre
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Shrine tours involve a moderate amount of walking including a large number of stairs.
Shrine tour participants are requested to dress comfortably, yet respectfully. Comfortable, respectful clothing with a hat
Walking shoes and a hat during the warmer months as some of the tour takes in some of the Shrine's exterior. Please note, as a sign of respect, hats should be removed in the Sanctuary.
Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
luciecD4589SZ
05 Jul 2023
This should be on everyone's itinerary when visiting Melbourne. Very informative guide who could answer any questions we had. We had no idea on the history of the building and the true signifiance on the Victorian people
eric00012014
30 Apr 2023
the tour is highly recommended. you will learn a lot about the history of the shrine, the people and the wars. we had a couple of locals in our tour group and even they were surprised at some of the facts because they didnt know about them before the tour
conniedW2197MG
23 Apr 2023
The tour guide made this very special. I learned a lot about Anzac Day & the significance for Australians. The building, views and story are all amazing. Highly recommend:))
This tour in
Melbourne
is organized by
Shrine of Remembrance
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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