Dark Melbourne

Let one of Melbourne’s top-rated tour guides take you on the exploration of the haunted and horrific past of Melbourne. Traverse through our laneways which tell tales of their gruesome past and learn of our most haunted sites.

We will explore and potentially unlock the mystery of one of the world’s most notorious killers. Could the infamous Jack the Ripper have been Melbourne murderer Frederick Bailey Deeming? Learn of his horrific crimes and decide for yourself!

Who are the spiritual beings said to inhabit our city? Learn of them including Dame Nellie Melba’s eerie presence and of her parties that are thrown at one of Melbourne’s most historic venues, The Hotel Windsor,  almost a century after her death. 

Retrace the footsteps of The Singing Strangler,  A United States Marine stationed in Australia during WWII fixated with the voices of young women. We reveal about life in wartime  Melbourne and reveal his brutal crimes.

Uncover the ghastly Melbourne underworld, a world of debauchery that our city still hints at today. Hear the salacious stories of prostitution and opium dens as we wind through the streets and laneways. Chinatown. Learn about the history of the famous Madame Brussels and the politicians and corrupt cops that frequented her establishments.

Be led along the Yarra River as we relive the story of the most gruesome discovery in Melbourne’s history, the Body in the Box. Learn of the horror find, the morbid response and the answer to the mystery that revealed into the cities most gruesome criminal acts

Visit Melbourne’s most haunted laneway and learn of its dark secrets. And what is the connection between  our most haunted pub and Melbourne’s high society?

Wind-down after a whirlwind tour with a refreshing beverage and one of Melbourne’s favourite pubs. Our tour guide will join you and answer any questions you may have.