Boroondara Cemetery
Walking Tours And Activities
Join Us for a Journey Through History!
Our guided tours depart from the main cemetery gates at the corner of High Street and Parkhill Road, Kew, right on the scheduled start time—so don’t be late!
Prepare to step back in time as we explore fascinating stories and hidden treasures over the course of approximately two hours.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and get ready for a captivating experience through one of Melbourne’s most historic cemeteries.
Forthcoming tours will be listed here.
Guilt by Association
We have an incredible list of stories about those who are buried in the Kew Cemetery. Occasionally we come across some equally amazing stories of those individuals who are linked to someone buried at Kew. We think you will find them fascinating. They’re too good not to share!
Sunday, 5th May at 2:00 pm
Cost: $15.00; Members: $10.00
Ned Kelly – Hero or Villain
His name has become synonymous with courage, the phrase “game as Ned Kelly” having become part of the Australian lexicon.
Regardless of your viewpoint the Kelly legend is enshrined in Australian folklore. Join us and hear about some of those whose lives became linked with Ned’s.
Saturday, 10th May at 2:00 pm
Cost: $15.00; Members: $10.00
Private Tours
Subject to availability we conduct weekday (or weekend) tours for community groups. We can tailor a tour to suit or choose from of our list:
Best of the Best – a cross-section of some of the more high-profile monuments and memorials
Ned Kelly
Retail Therapy – household names
Explosive Characters
Murder, Mayhem & Mishaps
Untimely Ends
Crime & Punishment – lawmakers and lawbreakers
Ripping Yarns – some of the best stories
Ladies in Residence – showcases the wonderful women of Melbourne’s past
Our Military Heritage
If you are interested in organising one of these tours for your group, please contact us on info@fobkc.org.