Melbourne for free

What's free in Melbourne this month

What's free in Melbourne this month

Everything to see, do and enjoy in Melbourne for free this month.

The best free and cheap family activities

The best free and cheap family activities

Find family-friendly fun and free events in Melbourne.

Cheapskate's guide to Melbourne

Cheapskate's guide to Melbourne

Featuring margaritas, secret foodie spots, stunning exhibits and more.

Laneways, Small Shops and Arcades
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Laneways, Small Shops and Arcades

Explore Melbourne's laneways and arcades, and meet the small retailers that live there.

Melbourne's best free date ideas

Melbourne's best free date ideas

Swipe right without swiping your debit card and check out our favourite free date ideas.

The best free museums and art galleries in Melbourne

The best free museums and art galleries in Melbourne

Explore world-class museums, edgy artist-run spaces and blockbuster exhibitions for free.

The ultimate guide to Melbourne's best markets

The ultimate guide to Melbourne's best markets

Melbourne's iconic markets are back in full force for winter

Melbourne Town Hall Tours

Melbourne Town Hall Tours

Take a tour of one of Melbourne's most iconic buildings.

Flash Forward

Flash Forward

Explore 40 city laneways that have been transformed by over 80 creatives.

Library Cinema
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Library Cinema

See contemporary, classic and documentary films on the big screen at Library at The Dock.

Walks and itineraries

Walks and itineraries

These self-guided walks and itineraries will help you discover Melbourne's best sights.

Free tours of iconic Melbourne places

Free tours of iconic Melbourne places

See glorious city sights without spending a cent.

Free things to do with kids in Melbourne

Free things to do with kids in Melbourne

Get the kids out and explore these free events and adventures for an awesome day of fun.

Free things to do in Melbourne every day

Free things to do in Melbourne every day

Have a grand day out on a budget at Melbourne's best free experiences, attractions and exhibits.

Bourke Street Mall Busking
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Bourke Street Mall Busking

Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking spots.

Five free must-do Melbourne walks

Five free must-do Melbourne walks

It’s time to get out and about in the city. Have a wander with these free guides.

The best free festivals in Melbourne

The best free festivals in Melbourne

The best free festivals you need to visit in Melbourne this year

Rally4Ever Tennis Program

Rally4Ever Tennis Program

A free tennis program at Powlett Reserve for all community members.

Melbourne Book Market

Melbourne Book Market

Melbourne Book Market is a curated collection of more than 5,000 new and pre-loved titles.

Queen Victoria Market

Queen Victoria Market

This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.

Makers Market at The District
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Makers Market at The District

This outdoor undercover family-friendly market at Docklands features craft, gifts, fashion and food.

NGV International

NGV International

NGV International houses a whole world of international art.

ACMI

ACMI

Museum dedicated to the moving image through events, film screenings and exhibitions.

Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia

Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia

The world’s first major gallery dedicated exclusively to Australian art.

Sky Symphony

Sky Symphony

The skies above Birrarung come alive with this extraordinary sound and light installation.

New Year's Eve in Melbourne

New Year's Eve in Melbourne

From fireworks to fancy dinners and family fun, Melbourne is the perfect place to celebrate NYE.

NGV Architecture Commission: (This is) Air

NGV Architecture Commission: (This is) Air

The NGV 2023 Architecture Commission is a large-scale installation that makes the invisible visible.

Food Storage Workshop with Open Table

Food Storage Workshop with Open Table

Learn how best to store your food to make it last longer with Open Table.

Festival Indonesia

Festival Indonesia

Enjoy a vibrant showcase of Indonesia in Melbourne.

Koorie Heritage Trust

Koorie Heritage Trust

A centre dedicated to promoting Aboriginal culture, with an exhibition space and retail shop.

Melbourne Craft Fair

Melbourne Craft Fair

Enjoy a contemporary craft fair at Queen Victoria Market.

Self Soothe: Gentle Movement and Care

Self Soothe: Gentle Movement and Care

Join Collective Being to gain tools and resources for nervous system regulation and self-tending.

The best autumn walks in Melbourne

The best autumn walks in Melbourne

Where to see golden leaves and autumn colours in the city.

Music Matinee
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Music Matinee

Live and free fine music at lunchtime on Tuesdays in the city.

Culture and ideas walk

Culture and ideas walk

Take a walk through the city's northern quarter, where history, innovation and culture connect.

Seniors Film Festival

Seniors Film Festival

ACMI and the Victorian Seniors Festival present films adapted from Patricia Highsmith's novels.

Arriba Melbourne Mexican Festival

Arriba Melbourne Mexican Festival

A vibrant Mexican extravaganza of food and music in the heart of the city.

Run the Tan: Run Club
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Run the Tan: Run Club

Start the weekend off on the right foot with a run around the Tan.

The George on Collins

The George on Collins

An up-market basement venue and eatery within the historic Georges building.

Boho Luxe Market: Christmas Edition

Boho Luxe Market: Christmas Edition

A design market just in time for all your Christmas shopping.

Free attractions

Federation Square

Federation Square

Melbourne's public square and meeting place, opposite Flinders Street Station.

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.

NGV International

NGV International

NGV International houses a whole world of international art.

Australian Music Vault

Australian Music Vault

A celebration of Australian contemporary music – past, present and future.

ACMI

ACMI

Museum dedicated to the moving image through events, film screenings and exhibitions.

Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia

Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia

The world’s first major gallery dedicated exclusively to Australian art.

State Library Victoria

State Library Victoria

Australia's oldest public library and one of the first free public libraries in the world.

Free and cheap

Cheapskate's guide to Melbourne

Cheapskate's guide to Melbourne

Featuring margaritas, secret foodie spots, stunning exhibits and more.

The best things to do under $20 in Melbourne

The best things to do under $20 in Melbourne

The best cocktail deals, cheap eats and low-cost activities in Melbourne.

Melbourne’s best dinners under $20

Melbourne’s best dinners under $20

Find Melbourne's best cheap eats and pub deals for your next dinner out.

The best free and cheap family activities

The best free and cheap family activities

Find family-friendly fun and free events in Melbourne.