This walking tour was originally commissioned by the non for profit Swiss Italian Fiesta – an annual festival that celebrates the Swiss and Italian culture, history and heritage of the village
The walking tour is the only experience of this nature on offer in the village
We explore the remarkable Swiss and Italian history, culture and stories in Hepburn. Its an engaging guided small group walk and talk. Guests see some of the stunning architectural styles that define this village and hear about the early settlers lives and stories.
Guests will recognise the pre colonial period and first nations culture and history of this special and unique location. Guest houses, hotels, churches and schools along with their artwork and stories will give visitors new insight into the Hepburn Village.
Exclusive access to highly sought after historical sites
We will finish at a "local watering hole" to quench your thirst (drinks at bar prices & not included in this ticket)
Hepburn Springs, Australia
Start at Luccini's Old Macaroni Factory (opposite the Savoia Hotel @ 64 Main Rd Hepburn Springs): Where we explore the remarkable Swiss and Italian history, culture and stories in Hepburn? Join us for an engaging guided small group walk and talk. You will see some of the stunning architectural styles that define this village and hear about the early settlers lives and stories. Recognise the pre colonial period and first nations culture and history of this special and unique location. Guest houses, hotels, churches and schools along with their artwork and stories will give you new insight into the Hepburn Village.
Hepburn Springs, Australia
The Old Macaroni Factory Heritage-listed Italiante buidling dating to the 1850s the oldest commercial Italian building in Australia stunning murals from the Luccini brothers dating to the 1850s
Now an Edwardian Style Hotel, lovingly restored and decorated befitting the granduer of the Italian Royal Family of the era
Find out the connection of this cottage to Alberto Zelman founder of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
1930s art deco hotel the original site of the 1880's Rolleris Mineral Springs Hotel
1864s Italianate Masterpiece from the palazzi style fo the Italian renaissance, right in the heart of central Victoria Australia
stand on the corner of Main Road and Sixth Avenue - we will be waiting for you (please note, there's no toilet stop @ the beginning)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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