Melbourne for free
What's free in Melbourne this month
Everything to see, do and enjoy in Melbourne for free this month.
Cheapskate's guide to Melbourne
Featuring margaritas, secret foodie spots, stunning exhibits and more.
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
Swipe right without swiping your debit card and check out our favourite free date ideas.
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
Melbourne's iconic markets are back in full force for winter
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 family-friendly market at Docklands features craft, gifts, fashion and food.
Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
The world’s first major gallery dedicated exclusively to Australian art.
Sky Symphony
The skies above Birrarung come alive with this extraordinary sound and light installation.
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
The NGV 2023 Architecture Commission is a large-scale installation that makes the invisible visible.
Food Storage Workshop with Open Table
Learn how best to store your food to make it last longer with Open Table.
Koorie Heritage Trust
A centre dedicated to promoting Aboriginal culture, with an exhibition space and retail shop.
Self Soothe: Gentle Movement and Care
Join Collective Being to gain tools and resources for nervous system regulation and self-tending.
Culture and ideas walk
Take a walk through the city's northern quarter, where history, innovation and culture connect.
Seniors Film Festival
ACMI and the Victorian Seniors Festival present films adapted from Patricia Highsmith's novels.
Arriba Melbourne Mexican Festival
A vibrant Mexican extravaganza of food and music in the heart of the city.
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
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 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.