• 69 Main Rd - Begin at Luccini’s Old Macaroni Factory (across from the Savoia Hotel at 69 Main Rd, Hepburn Springs):
  Discover the fascinating Swiss and Italian heritage, culture, and stories in Hepburn. Participate in an engaging guided small group walk and talk. Witness the stunning architectural styles that characterize this village and learn about the lives and stories of the early settlers. Acknowledge the pre-colonial period and the First Nations culture and history of this unique location. Guest houses, hotels, churches, and schools, along with their artwork and stories, will provide new insights into Hepburn Village.
• Hepburn Springs - The Old Macaroni Factory
  A heritage-listed Italianate building dating back to the 1850s
  The oldest commercial Italian building in Australia
  Featuring stunning murals by the Luccini brothers from the 1850s
• Hotel Bellinzona - The third iteration of the original and first guest house in Hepburn Springs
  Now an Edwardian-style hotel, lovingly restored and decorated to reflect the grandeur of the Italian Royal Family of the era
• Zelman Cottage - A pinnacle of 1930s modernity and home to Clara and Victor Zelman
  Discover the connection of this cottage to Alberto Zelman, founder of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
• Peppers Mineral Springs Hotel Hepburn - Peppers Mineral Springs Hotel
  A 1930s art deco hotel
  The original site of the 1880s Rolleri’s Mineral Springs Hotel
• Villa Parma - Villa Parma
  An Italianate masterpiece from 1864
  Inspired by the palazzi style of the Italian Renaissance, located in the heart of central Victoria, Australia

• $4 from each ticket sold goes to the Swiss Italian Festa
• Access to buildings (when available)
• All Fees and Taxes included

• Alcoholic beverages

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)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.