Melbourne: Private Foodie’s Guide to Footscray Walking Tour – Melbourne, Australia

EXPERIENCE:

This tour is a true local adventure, giving you insight to the real multicultural side of Melbourne that many tourists don’t experience. After acknowledging the traditional owners of the area we begin by taking in the sights and smells of the Footscray market.

From Vietnamese Bahn Mi to Sicilian Cannoli, this tour is definitely a treat for the taste buds. As you walk around the neighbourhood you will learn about the history and demographic of the area and take in some amazing street art and views of the city.

We’ll then venture towards the Footscray Community Arts Centre passing street art on the way and hearing tales about a local legend, Franco Cozzo. Discover indigenous artwork at the Arts Centre and learn about how this centre supports the local community. We’ll pass political street art and the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre to hear about how migrants and refugees have helped shaped Melbourne to be what it is today.

Finally, on this tour you’ll also visit a local Ethiopian restaurant where you will be able to enjoy a traditional Ethiopian coffee and discover how injera, a type of flatbread, is made.

After the tour, we’ll give you recommendations for some delicious lunch spots and other places of interest you may like to explore.

This tour is accessible for all, including those with mobility impairments and wheelchairs.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Explore the multicultural suburb of Footscray and learn about its international history
Try a fresh Vietnamese Bahn Mi and traditional Sicilian Cannoli.
Discover the strong sense of community in Footscray
Enjoy Traditional Ethiopian coffee
This tour is carbon-neutral, operated by travel B Corp accredited company

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