Melbourne for free
What's free in Melbourne this month
Everything to see, do and enjoy in Melbourne for free this month.
The best free museums and art galleries in Melbourne
Explore world-class museums, edgy artist-run spaces and blockbuster exhibitions for free.
Boho Luxe Market: Mother's Day Edition
A design market just in time for all your Mothers Day shopping.
Melbourne's best free date ideas
Swipe right without maxing your debit card and try these free date ideas
Library Cinema
See contemporary, classic and documentary films on the big screen at Library at The Dock.
Walks and itineraries
These self-guided walks and itineraries will help you discover Melbourne's best sights.
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
Have a grand day out on a budget at Melbourne's best free experiences, attractions and exhibits.
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
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 you need to visit in Melbourne this year
Melbourne Book Market
Melbourne Book Market is a curated collection of more than 5,000 new and pre-loved titles.
Queen Victoria Market
This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.
Makers Market at The District
This outdoor undercover monthly Sunday market at Docklands features craft, gifts, fashion and food.
NGV Architecture Commission: (This is) Air
The NGV 2023 Architecture Commission is a large-scale installation that makes the invisible visible.
Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
The world’s first major gallery dedicated exclusively to Australian art.
Fun things to do for teens in Melbourne
Free exhibitions, festivals, arts and crafts and ice skating.
Koorie Heritage Trust
A centre dedicated to promoting Aboriginal culture, with an exhibition space and retail shop.
South Asian Festival
Experience South Asian culture with street food, music, stalls, a laser light show and more.
Culture and ideas walk
Take a walk through the city's northern quarter, where history, innovation and culture connect.
Top after-work walks in Melbourne
Take advantage of summer’s extended daylight and catch some rays after work while you can.
Melbourne's best Lunar New Year events
Featuring lion dances, delicious street food and weekend pop-ups.
ANZAC Day Dawn Service
Pause and reflect on the service of generations of Australians, past and current.
Now.Here.This: Live Jazz
Enjoy late-night improvised jazz every Tuesday with the Now.Here.This. All-Star Band and guests.
Fitzroy Gardens walk
If you’re looking for an iconic Melbourne garden walk, this is an excellent place to start
Free attractions
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.
Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
The world’s first major gallery dedicated exclusively to Australian art.
State Library Victoria
Australia's oldest public library and one of the first free public libraries in the world.
Free and cheap
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
Find Melbourne's best cheap eats and pub deals for your next dinner out.