Things to Do in Melbourne
Take a 2-hour tour of Melbourne’s historic CBD and see the key sights, hear fascinating stories, and discover some hidden details.
Follow your guide through Melbourne’s bustling city center, hearing the unique stories of Victoria’s capital.
One of Melbourne’s only locally owned and operated tour companies, this tour promises to offer stories unheard of anywhere else and an insightful experience. We can promise you’ll walk away learning a lot and with a smile on your face.
Please Note: The 'free walking tour' operates with a model by which depending on your satisfaction, you are able to tip our guides upon conclusion of the tour. This is often our guides only source of income and are not paid otherwise by the city or government.
• See over 300 extraordinary objects, from precious jewels and historic gemstones to iconic watches and clocks.
• Learn the stories behind Cartier icons like the panther brooch, Tank watch, and mystery clock through rare drawings and objects.
- First Nations Roots: Start at the banks of the Birrarung (Yarra River). Learn about the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation - the world's oldest living culture.
- Colonial Beginnings & Rivalries: Discover the "Hoddle Grid" and the cheeky history of the Melbourne-Sydney rivalry that led to the creation of Canberra.
- Iconic Landmarks: Stand before the historic Flinders Street Station (once the world’s busiest!) and learn the myths behind its unique architecture.
- Sporting Soul: Gaze toward the MCG while uncovering the Indigenous roots of AFL and why Melbourne is the undisputed sporting capital of the world.
- Hidden Gems & Street Art: Wander through the world-famous Hosier Lane to decode the secrets of its graffiti and explore the elegant 19th-century arcades.
- Global Flavors: Visit the longest continuous Chinatown in the West and hear the surprising story of how McCafé and the Freddo Frog were born right here in Melbourne.
• Admire the penguins on the new Penguins Premium viewing platform that's directly inspired by the magnificent coves of the island's southern coast.
• You have the option to upgrade to the 3 Parks Pass for Penguin Parade, Koalas, and Churchill Island Heritage Farm, or take the Penguins Express Afternoon Day Tour from Melbourne.
• Fun fact: Phillip Island is home to one of the largest penguin colonies in Australia.
• Start your visit by stepping into one of Australia's fastest lifts that whisks you up to the observation floor where your experience begins.
• Your ticket includes entry to Level 88, the highest viewing level in the southern hemisphere, with 360° views and an interactive 3D city model.
• Stroll around the floor, pause at floor-to-ceiling windows, zoom in on landmarks with your camera, and map out the rest of your Melbourne adventures.
• Upgrade your time here with thrill add-ons like the Edge experience, Voyager Theatre VR journey, or a vertigo-inducing VR Plank walk above the city.
• Enhance your outing with bundles that add Bar 88 access, drink or retail vouchers, two-for-one weekday visits, and savings on Ultimate experiences.
• Catch sight of over 10,000 sea creatures from across the globe, from jellyfish to majestic rays.
• Come face-to-snout with Pinjarra, one of the world’s largest Saltwater Crocodiles, in Croc Lair.
• Check out the new Rocky Shores zone and meet quirky rockpool creatures, from spiky sea stars to clever decorator crabs and slimy sea cucumbers.
• Upgrade to a Penguin Passport and step onto real ice in snow gear, meet penguins like Pesto, and go behind the scenes on a guided tour.
• These transfers are available 7 days a week and have departures every 15 mins.
• Worry not if your flight gets delayed or a transfer is missed as your tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
• Stay connected with Wi-Fi available on board and store your luggage in the ample space provided.
• As you approach the city center, explore Southbank's lively dining precinct near Southern Cross Station for delicious food and riverside views.
• Wander treetop boardwalks at the Koala Conservation Reserve and spot koalas lounging in their natural eucalyptus habitat.
• Step into the past on Churchill Island—explore heritage farm buildings, blooming gardens, and daily farming demos.
• Watch hundreds of little penguins emerge from the ocean and waddle home during the world-famous Penguin Parade.
• Your ticket includes access to the visitor center, scenic boardwalks, and general viewing platform at Phillip Island National Park.
Explore the most iconic sights of Australia's second-biggest city. Discover the coolest corners of Melbourne with an expert local guide.
• Past the Cape Woolamai cliffs, you'll be greeted warmly by a range of animals.
• Look out for Humpback and Southern Right Whales on their annual migration route.
• Spot playful dolphin pods, frolicking about in the sun.
• Try and spot curious seals and a host of sea birds, including the Wandering Albatross









































