MELTours, a leading provider of cultural experiences in Greater Melbourne, VIC, offers a unique historical tour called ''The East End Tour.'' This tour, also known as the ''Prostitutes and Parliament'' tour, takes you through the lesser-known side of Hoddle''s city grid, which became highly sought after during the ''Marvelous Melbourne'' boom in the 19th century.

The tour starts at Federation Square, where you''ll be introduced to the complex founding story of Melbourne. As you walk towards the Treasury Building and the Little Lon area, you''ll explore historical buildings and selected laneways, including the infamous red-light district where the stolen Parliament Mace allegedly ended up. You''ll also see a public building with provisions for sniping on a rowdy population.

During the tour, you''ll visit a grand old Coffee Palace, a showcase of the Temperance movement, and Quest Serviced Apartment''s Gordon House, which was previously used for single men''s accommodation. You''ll also get an exclusive look at the tree the founder planted in 1883.

MELTours'' cultural immersion tour is conducted Tuesday to Sundays at 2 pm, finishing at Pelligrinis cafe, close to Guy Grossi''s Florentino Restaurant and Madame Brussels Bar. Here, tour attendees can enjoy a coffee and discuss the diverse and interesting local history in the first Cafe in Melbourne.

This cultural landmarks tour is an excellent fit for We Wander''s platform because of MELTours'' commitment to providing unique and enriching cultural experiences. The tour offers an opportunity to delve into Melbourne''s history and cultural heritage, making it a perfect choice for travelers looking to explore Australia''s rich cultural diversity.

So, join MELTours on a guided cultural tour, and discover Melbourne''s hidden gems while learning about its fascinating history and cultural heritage. It''s an experience you won''t forget.