Things to do in Melbourne
Great Ocean Road Tours20 optionsYarra Valley Wine Tour from Melbourne20 optionsMelbourne Hot Air Balloon7 optionsBoat Cruises Melbourne8 optionsDay Trips from Melbourne12 optionsMelbourne City Tourist Attractions7 optionsMelbourne Airport Taxi11 optionsHealesville Sanctuary Tours10 optionsMelbourne Walking Tour35 optionsFood Tour Melbourne39 optionsMelbourne Street Art Tour5 optionsBus Tour Melbourne7 options
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Puffing Billy Steam Train: Dandenong Ranges Railway & Lakeside WalkYou’ll dangle your legs from Puffing Billy’s open carriages as steam drifts past ancient trees in the Dandenong Ranges. Cross Monbulk Creek Bridge, explore Emerald Lake Park’s peaceful trails, and share laughs with your local guide on this half-day adventure — all with easy hotel pickup and time to breathe in something different.
Yarra Valley Wine Tour: Hop-On Hop-Off from MelbourneYou board a hop-on hop-off bus from Melbourne and choose which of the Yarra Valley's wineries, breweries and distilleries to visit across four stops. The bus loops hourly, audio commentary guides you between venues, and a storage box holds your purchases. You book tastings directly with each venue and manage your own pace — no fixed schedule, no group timing. Bottled water and transportation are included; the timetable arrives by email so you can plan your day before you go.Is it for me?This works well if you want to taste across multiple Yarra Valley venues without driving yourself or being locked into a group's schedule — the hourly loops and self-paced stops mean you spend your time where it matters to you, and the staff recommendations help you choose venues that fit what you're after.
Phillip Island: Penguin Parade & Koalas Day Trip from MelbourneYou visit the Koala Conservation Reserve on elevated boardwalks, drive through Phillip Island's rugged coastlines and beaches, explore The Nobbies' dramatic clifftop scenery, and watch hundreds of Little Penguins emerge from the ocean at sunset and waddle to their burrows. Entry to both reserves, modern coach transport with WiFi, and a live guide are included; you arrange your own meals in Cowes or at the Penguin Parade venue.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see both koalas and penguins in one afternoon without arranging separate transport, tickets, or timing yourself—the fixed schedule fits all four stops and the sunset parade into a single day from Melbourne.
Melbourne: Puffing Billy Steam Train & Healesville Wildlife ParkYou ride a heritage steam train for an hour through rainforest, stop to spot native birds in Sherbrooke Forest, then spend the afternoon at Healesville Sanctuary meeting koalas, kangaroos and raptors up close. Transport, train entry and wildlife park entry are all included; lunch is separate. The day takes about eight hours door-to-door.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Dandenong Ranges and wildlife experiences in one day without arranging train tickets, park entry or transport yourself — the fixed itinerary handles all three, and the timing lets you see both the heritage railway and the animals without feeling rushed.
Melbourne: Magic Men Cabaret Show & Ladies Night OutYou’ll step into Melbourne’s liveliest cabaret night with Magic Men—expect laughter, music, interactive dance routines, plus a welcome glass of sparkling and tasty finger food. Meet the performers after the show and maybe even join in on stage if you’re brave enough. The energy sticks with you long after you leave.
Healesville Sanctuary: Native Wildlife & Bird Show EntryYou get general admission to the sanctuary, access to all keeper talks and presentations throughout the day, and entry to the Spirits in the Sky bird show. You'll walk through natural bushland spotting native Australian wildlife—platypuses, dingoes, wombats, over 200 bird species—at your own pace, with the option to learn from staff about animal rehabilitation and conservation work. The sanctuary is about an hour from central Melbourne and fully accessible.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to see native Australian wildlife without arranging transport into the bush or missing the popular bird show—the entry fee covers everything you'll do once you're inside, and the accessible paths mean you're not limited by fitness or mobility.
Great Ocean Road: 12 Apostles, Otways & Wildlife Small GroupYou’ll walk windswept beaches near the Twelve Apostles before most crowds arrive, hike under ancient trees in the Otways rainforest, share laughs over lunch at a local café, and spot wild koalas and parrots along Great Ocean Road. Expect real moments — salty air, muddy boots, stories from your guide — that linger long after you’re home.
Great Ocean Road: Private Day Trip & Early Pickup from MelbourneYou’ll set off early from Melbourne for a private Great Ocean Road day trip with your own local guide — spotting kangaroos and koalas, lingering at famous lookouts like Twelve Apostles before crowds arrive, hearing shipwreck tales at Loch Ard Gorge, and sharing quiet moments along wild beaches. There’s space to breathe here, and maybe even surprise yourself.
Lake Mountain Snow Day Trip: Toboggan & Yarra ValleyA full-day tour from Melbourne to Lake Mountain Alpine Resort includes resort entry, a heated vehicle with a driver-guide, and stops at Steavenson Falls and the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. You choose how to spend the snow time—toboggan, walk, cross-country ski or simply move through the alpine landscape—and the day wraps with chocolate samples before the return to the city around 6 PM.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and drives the whole group together, so it works for anyone comfortable following along without a detailed itinerary—you set your own pace on the snow and the timing holds around the group's return. If you want a structured lesson or a private vehicle, look elsewhere.
Phillip Island: Wine Tasting, Gourmet Lunch & Penguin Parade Day TripYou’ll start your day with real Melbourne coffee before heading out for wine tastings and a wood-fired lunch at Phillip Island Winery. There’s time to explore Cowes or upgrade for close-up koala viewing if you want. Golden hour brings sparkling wine at The Nobbies — then comes sunset at Summerland Beach for the Penguin Parade, which is honestly something you’ll remember long after you’re back in town.
Great Ocean Road & Wildlife Tour Melbourne 18-35You spend a full day on the Great Ocean Road with stops at the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and Apollo Bay, where you'll see wild koalas and dramatic limestone cliffs. Transport, coffee, and a small group of travellers your age are included; you arrange your own lunch. The tour runs as a single day trip from Melbourne with no overnight stays.Is it for me?Book this if you're 18-35 and want to see the Great Ocean Road's main sights in one day without hiring a car or figuring out public transport — the fixed itinerary and small group your age mean you show up and the day unfolds.
Peninsula Hot Springs: Shuttle & Bath House Entry from MelbourneLet yourself drift between mineral pools at Peninsula Hot Springs with an easy shuttle ride from Melbourne. Soak in geothermal waters, breathe in fresh country air, snack at the café, and take in sweeping views from Arthurs Seat before heading back — it’s a day that leaves you lighter than when you started.
Melbourne: Ghost Tour, Hidden Bars & Murder HistoryYou walk through Melbourne's CBD learning about executions, murders and hauntings while stopping at three hidden laneway bars, including one with a pub quiz. A professional guide handles all the stories and timing, and you finish with a cocktail at one of the city's best spots, photos and a bar map in hand.Is it for me?Pick this if you want Melbourne's dark history and best-kept bar secrets in one outing without planning the route yourself — the guide handles the stories, the timing and the three bar stops, which is what makes a full evening of it possible in under three hours.
Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Seal Rocks from MelbourneYou travel from Melbourne to Phillip Island, spend the afternoon on clifftop boardwalks overlooking fur seal colonies and flowering sea bird gardens, then settle in to watch hundreds of little penguins return to shore at dusk. Park entry, transport, guide and WiFi on board are all included; the tour wraps around 9pm-midnight depending on season.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see little penguins in their natural habitat without arranging your own transport, park tickets or timing — the full-day structure is what lets you hit both wildlife sites and still catch the penguins when they actually come ashore.
Melbourne Laneway Bars Tour: Street Art, Legends & DrinksYou’ll start at Federation Square then follow your guide deep into Melbourne’s laneways for drinks in three hidden bars, wild stories about barmaids and gold rush legends, plus a cheeky trivia round. Expect laughter, street art surprises and that feeling you’ve seen a side of Melbourne most people miss.
Melbourne: Sunset Kayak Tour on Yarra River with DinnerYou’ll paddle right through Melbourne’s heart as evening falls, with dinner delivered straight to your kayak and guides sharing stories along the Yarra River. Watch city lights flicker on from the water and feel that odd mix of calm and excitement as you drift beneath bridges—this sunset kayaking tour is more than just sightseeing; it’s a memory you’ll carry home.
Grampians Day Trip: Hiking, Wildlife & Aboriginal CultureYou’ll wake early for a Grampians adventure packed with wild hikes, sweeping lookouts, and close-up moments with kangaroos near Halls Gap. Learn stories at Brambuk Cultural Centre, breathe in eucalyptus air at Boroka Lookout, and cool off by MacKenzie Falls before heading back to Melbourne with new memories in your pocket.
Melbourne: Play Tennis at Melbourne Park & AO TicketsYou’ll start your day exploring Melbourne’s sports heart with a local guide before stepping onto the iconic blue courts for your own tennis match—gear provided. Stroll past legendary stadiums and hear stories behind Australia’s sporting culture. If you come in January, Australian Open tickets are included. Expect laughs, local color, and maybe even a little awe standing where champions play.
Melbourne City Tour: Highlights, Street Art & Market StopsYou’ll walk Melbourne’s lively markets, wander through Fitzroy Gardens’ calm green spaces, and see ever-changing street art in Hosier Lane — all with an easygoing local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Expect small surprises (and maybe new cravings) along the way.
Yarra Valley Wine Tour Melbourne: 4 Wineries & LunchYou get picked up in Melbourne and driven to four Yarra Valley wineries — Domaine Chandon, Soumah, Tokar Estate, and Yering Farm — with tastings at each and a two-course sit-down lunch with wine at Soumah in between. Small groups keep the pace manageable, and you're back in the city by late afternoon without navigating the valley roads yourself.Is it for me?Right for wine drinkers in Melbourne without a car who want to taste four quality wineries in one day without arranging transport or timing the stops themselves. Plan for a full day out — that's what makes fitting four wineries, lunch, and the drive both ways possible.
