Sunday tours

Sunday tours - Midjuburi Creative Trails

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Sensory Tour

Discover Art in a Whole New Way!

Join us for the Sensory Tour for Creative Trails—an experience where you can engage with art through touch! This special event is brought to you by Accessible Arts, in partnership with the Inner West Council.

Our friendly guides will take you on a journey where you can learn about the stories and inspirations behind the art. You'll get to touch different materials and tools used by artists and join in some fun activities to explore your senses.

Location Marrickville South

Time 11am - 1pm

Notes Art isn’t just something to look at—it’s something to feel and experience. Tickets are limited to keep the experience safe and comfortable for everyone.

We can’t wait for you to join us and immerse yourself in the rich, tactile world of art.

www.accessiblearts.org.au Click here to book

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Vintage Bus Tour

All aboard! Step back in time on a vintage bus and travel across the Midjuburi Marrickville area in style – from the outskirts to the heartland. Art guide included!

Spaces are limited, bookings essential. Follow the below link to secure your place.

Time 11am - 2pm

Location Meet at Trafalgar Street, Petersham. Opposite Petersham Train Station, outside the Petersham RSL. Look for the Vintage Bus!

Notes This is a 3 hour tour (approximate) on a vintage bus with some walking between studios.
Come prepared to engage with local artists and their work. There will be opportunities to purchase refreshments at the start. Or you may like to bring your own snacks.

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Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus

Pack MORE into this blockbuster weekend by taking the free Hop-On-Hop-Off bus which loops around the open studios all day, both days!

Two busses will follow a loop around conveniently located stops around Dulwich Hill, Marrickville South, Sydenham, St Peters, Marrickville North and in-between!

Click here (PDF 274.5KB) to the route map below, and pick your stops for a simple way to see more.

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Creative Spaces, Food and Drink

In this free tour we explore the Carrington Road creative area and its fascinating history that has led to former large-scale factories now being used by creative studios and food & drink producers.

This offering is 18+ as we’ll swing into a licensed venue.

Spaces are limited, bookings essential. Follow the below link to secure your place.

Time 12pm- 3pm

Location South Marrickville

Contact Details caite@walkthiswaytours.com.au

Notes Any artwork, food or drink purchased is at own cost. Wear comfortable shoes for walking. We’ll walk approximately 1.5 km – further if you’d like to explore beyond the tour. The route is mostly flat with 1 moderate hill to walk up. Bring a hat, sunscreen and a bottle of water plus a bag if you want to buy some goodies from the studios or producers we visit.

www.walkthiswaytours Click here to book

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ARTcycle Tour

Mount your bicycles and glide between creative spaces as transport enthusiast Gilbert Grace from ARTcycle takes you on a human powered adventure.

Spaces are limited, bookings essential. Follow the below link to secure your place.

Time 12pm - 4pm

Location The peloton will zoom all around Midjuburi. Meet At Sydenham Station at 11:14am for a 12:00pm start.

Notes Please bring bike lock, closed toe shoes, helmet and a water bottle

www.artcycle Click here to book

Street Art Walking tour

Welcome to the Creative Trails and Street Art Walking Tour! Join Melinda Vassallo, author of Perfect Match; Street Art of the Inner West, out front Vic On the Park Hotel, Crn of Enmore Road and Addison Road, for a unique experience exploring the vibrant art scene in Marrickville.

This relaxed 3 hour walk will take you on an adventure of the creative and culturally diverse Inner West suburb of Marrickville. Meander the colourful streets and laneways where graffiti and street artist roam while discovering where art is made. Explore hidden artists' studios, independent galleries and quirky artist run initiatives.

Starting out front of Vic On the Park Hotel, the tour will be approximately 3 hour easy casual walk. You will discover some Street Art and learn about the artists and their work. Visit many artist spaces and studios along the way. This walk will end at May's Lane, St Peters for a fabulous and vibrant street party!

Be prepared for fun, wear comfortable shoes for a long walk and be properly prepared for the weather.

Spaces are limited, bookings essential. Follow the below link to secure your place.

Time 1pm - 4pm

Location This tour will take you around the streets and studios of Sydenham, Marrickville and St Peters. Meet outside the Vic on the Park Hotel, Cnr of Enmore Road and Addison Road.