Tours of Former Bendigo Post Office
The Former Bendigo Post Office opened in 1887 and was the largest building of its type outside of Melbourne. Immerse yourself in the rich stories of a golden past; explore stunning heritage architecture fashioned in a time when Bendigo was the richest city in the world.
Guided tours will visit all three levels of the building – you’ll get to see the original Postmasters quarters and Superintendent of Police Office, right down to the basement to inspect the stone walls and marvel over the buildings relieving arches.
The two-storey stone and brick structure is dominated by a 43m high clock tower complete with 6 bell carillon created by Thomas Gaunt. The facades are elaborately decorated with Corinthian pilasters, balustrading, lion’s heads and the state mansard roof with cast iron ridging and finials. The grandeur of scale and wealth of intricate detail of the Former Bendigo Post Office demonstrates the prominent position enjoyed by Bendigo at the peak of its development as a gold town.
Please be advised that this tour is not accessible. Participants on the tour will be required to walk up a flight of 30 stairs to access the top floor. Participants need to descend two staircases of 30 stairs and 19 stairs respectively, to the basement.