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The Queen Victoria Market is one of the oldest and most interesting Markets still operating in Melbourne. Enjoy guided tours through the market and learn about its history and many highlights.
One of the highlights of the Queen Victoria market is its ever fresh produce. Take a foodies dream tour and discover everything you need to know about the food culture in Melbourne. The history of the site goes back about 130 years and is absolutely intriguing to learn about. You can even go home with a number of newfound tips on selecting the best produce in any market. While you are at it do not forget to try out the specialty foods and deli items. The tour lasts for two whole hours and includes generous samples of food, a cup of coffee, fantastic recipe cards written by Melbourne's top chefs and a shopping bag that is a hundred percent environmental friendly.
The heritage tour is more inclined to the rich history of the Victoria market and gives detailed explanations of the early beginnings of this market. This 1.5 hour tour is like taking a journey back time for the 19th century explained by the markets certified guides makes history look so colorful and absolutely fascinating! You will be taken to all of the markets special historic locations and be explained the significance of each one of these locations. By the end of the tour you will get a glimpse of the depth and intensity of the market culture in Melbourne that goes back over a century.
Although this market is more famously known for its fresh produce, there is a rich treasure-trove of attractions waiting to be unearthed from the Victoria Market in Melbourne. This all new Market Insiders Tour will give guests the low down – from all the best shops for vintage fashion, hand crafted jewelry, home ware, leather goods and accessories. The tours include a guide who will help you navigate through the plethora of stalls in the historic shed and you will be allowed to take your time and explore all the wonders that these stalls have in store. While checking out the good stuff you can always have a chat with the shop owners who will give you detailed insights into the production of such products specially the handcrafter items. You will also be given a bag full of goodies that you can take home with you to share with your friends as a part of this tour package.
The Queen Victoria Market is not just about shopping, for it also both educative and entertaining as well. For school students, a visit to the Victoria Market is a worthwhile educational tour that will teach students about the rich 130 year old history of the market. The tour will also touch on the food culture in Melbourne and provide a brief explanation on nutrition and healthy eating options. There are 2 specific tours based on the age group of the student. One caters to primary students while the other caters to High School Groups. A few schools from out of Melbourne stay the night at one of the Melbourne accommodation apartments like the Oaks on William while they take a couple of days visiting the Victoria Market and other attractions in Melbourne.
