Melbourne Audio Tour: Scholarly Adventure through Parkville

Schedule

Sun, 28 Sep, 2025 at 02:00 am to Fri, 31 Oct, 2025 at 02:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Ian Potter Museum of Art | Melbourne, VI

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Self-guided audio tour of Melbourne. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Embark on the Scholarly Adventure through Parkville – Your Personal Adventure in Parkville!

Step into the soul of Parkville, Melbourne with our immersive self-guided audio tour. Wander through historic streets, uncover hidden gems, and let the city's rich tapestry of stories unfold at your own pace. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a curious traveler, or someone seeking a unique experience, this tour is your perfect companion.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 39 minutes
  • Distance: Around 2.6 km (1.6 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 1h 4min
  • Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including WEHI, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Royal Women's Hospital

Experience the charm of Parkville like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.


 


🎒 What's Included

  • 🎧 Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Parkville's history to life
  • 🗺️ Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  • 📸 Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  • 🕒 Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

 


📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Melbourne on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.


 


👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.


 


🎬 Tour Description

Discover the heart of healthcare innovation on our exclusive Melbourne Medical Marvels Tour! Visit the prestigious Royal Melbourne Hospital, Royal Women's Hospital, and the renowned Frances Perry Private Hospital.
Explore state-of-the-art medical facilities, delve into groundbreaking research, and witness the compassionate care that shapes the future of medicine. Perfect for medical professionals and enthusiasts alike, this tour offers a rare glimpse into the pulse of Melbourne’s healthcare excellence.
Don't miss this chance to experience the dedication and advancements driving the medical field forward!


 


🎧 What is AllTours?
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AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!


With AllTours, you'll experience:



  • Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  • Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  • Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  • Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  • Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.


 


📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:


    🏛️  Ian Potter Museum of Art (2min)
    🎓  Old Pathology Building Melbourne University (3min)
    🏢  Frank Tate Building (3min)
    🔬  Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute (4min)
    🎓  Chemistry Building, University of Melbourne (3min)
    🖼️  Old Physics Conference Room and Gallery (2min)
    📚  Baillieu Library (2min)
    🔬  Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health (3min)
    🏛️  Grainger Museum (3min)
    🔬  University of Melbourne Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (4min)
    🏫  Bio21 Institute (2min)
    👑  Royal Melbourne Hospital (4min)
    📍  WEHI (2min)
    👑  Royal Women's Hospital (4min)
    🏥  Frances Perry Private Hospital (3min)


Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.


 




🏛️ Additional City Topics

Learn even more about Parkville with these bonus audio stories available in the app:


    🏛️    Indigenous peoples (2min)
    🏛️    British colonisation (3min)
    🏛️    Victorian gold rush (3min)
    🏛️    Land boom and bust (3min)
    🏛️    Temporary capital of Australia and World War II (2min)
    🏛️    Post-war period (3min)
    🏛️    Contemporary Melbourne (2min)
    🌍    Geographical Layout of Melbourne (2min)
    🌍    Climate (3min)
    🌟    Ancestry and immigration (1min)
    🌟    Religion (2min)


These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.


 


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🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:



🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese


 


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