The first image shows a red and white historic building with castle-like architecture, labeled
The second image depicts a steep, industrial-style staircase with metal steps and white railings, lit by bulb fixtures along a brick wall.
The third image shows an industrial interior with large metal machinery, pipes, and a small window allowing light into the dimly lit space.
The fourth image features a red and yellow overhead pipe and large green industrial machinery, including a wheel, in a dimly lit room with brick walls.

Brew Tower Museum at Tribeca

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Architect/Designer: George Wharton and William Pitt 1883

Description

The Victoria Brewery was founded in 1854 and was a leader in the technological and scientific development of Australian brewing. Although the brewery closed in 1983 and the site was redeveloped for residential use, the external walls and the original brew tower remain, with much of the brewing equipment maintained as a museum. The site is heritage listed and is architecturally the largest and most significant brewing complex in Victoria.

What's On

Explore the brew tower and read about the brewing process and its history. The museum is spread over three levels of the original tower. Due to the industrial nature of the site, self-guided tours will be held at specific time slots during the day. Please note that, due to the 99-step stairway which gives access to the building, the site is not suitable for children under 12 years.

Images: (1) Victoria Brewery external. Photo: Stuart Tolliday. (2) Museum entry stairs. (3) Brewing equipment. (4) Brewing machinery. Photos: Orestis Sophocleous.

Important Details

Tour/event summary information

Saturday 25 July
Tours running every 45 minutes starting at 10am with the last tour departing 2.30pm
Running for 30 minutes in groups of 15

Bookings

Bookings required—$7 booking fee applies
First release tickets: 12pm Wednesday 1 July
Second release tickets: 10am Saturday 4 July

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Meeting Point

Meet at the museum entry under the Automaton sign

Accessibility

Not suitable for children

Please note that the only access to the museum is via a flight of industrial stairs with 99 steps.

Public transport is recommended due to limited street parking. The area is serviced by tram and bus. There are no accessible toilets on site.

Location

412 Victoria Pde, East Melbourne VIC 3002

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