Tours and cruises

Melbourne Town Hall Tours

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

Melbourne Greeter Service

Discover what locals love about Melbourne with a free walking tour of the city.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Booking a visit to Cooks' Cottage

Come and explore Cooks' Cottage, where history comes alive.

Art and Heritage Collection Tour

Take a free guided tour of the art and heritage collection at Melbourne Town Hall.

Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade

The Royal Exhibition Building opens its doors to a unique view unseen for 100 years.

The ultimate guide to walking tours in Melbourne

Guided tours that weave through Melbourne's hidden gems, foodie spots and street art.

Free tours of iconic Melbourne places

See glorious city sights without spending a cent.

The ultimate neon tour of Melbourne

Explore the city’s most iconic light displays

Hidden Secrets Tours

Indulge and discover the city's hidden charm with Melbourne's original laneway walking tours.

Until 28 Dec

Old Melbourne Ghost Tour

Take a spine-chilling journey back in time and explore the rich paranormal realm of Old Melbourne.

On a Boat

Experience the Yarra River by boat - skipper yourself or choose a skippered cruise.

GoBoat Melbourne

Be your own captain by renting a picnic boat, with no boat licence required.

Until 21 Nov

Ghosts? What Ghosts! Night Tour

Brace yourself for bone-strumming tales of unexplained sights after dark.

Culture and ideas walk

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

Melbourne's most haunted spots

These ghost stories, eerie encounters and spooky spots will send shivers down your spine.

Until 31 May

Punting on the Lake

Glide between the bays and islands of Ornamental Lake on a guided boat cruise.

Up the Creek

Up the Creek run canoe tours along the Yarra River.

Until 30 Dec

The Explorer: Melbourne Gardens

Discover the beauty of this inner-city oasis from the comfort of an open-air minibus.

Until 24 Nov

Tour the Old Treasury Building Museum

Discover early Melbourne, through architecture, art and artefacts, in an iconic gold rush building.

Chocoholic Tours

This chocolate walking tour visits some of the city's best chocolatiers with exclusive experiences.

Shrine Tours

Experience more at the Shrine with a guided tour.

Fitzroy Gardens walk

If you’re looking for an iconic Melbourne garden walk, this is an excellent place to start

Waterbikes Australia

Experience the latest in outdoor adventure: eco-friendly inclusive waterbikes.

Until 21 Nov

Watch House Unlocked: After Dark

Unlock Melbourne’s criminal past with an after-dark tour of the former City Watch House.

Melbourne Water Taxis

Limousine-style service with pick-up and drop-off points along the Yarra River.

Sightseeing Tours Australia

Discover the highlights of Melbourne with Sightseeing Tours Australia.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve Twilight Cruise: Early Fireworks

Celebrate the New Year in a unique and unforgettable way on the Yarra River.

Immigration Museum Guided Highlights Tour

Immigration Museum Guided Highlights Tour

Early Access Food Tour

Dive into the flavours of Australia at Melbourne's top food destination, without crowds and lines.

22 Nov

Classic Silent Disco City Walking Tour: Taylor Swift

Join other Swifties on a sing-along walking tour in celebration of Tay-Tay.

Street art walk

See Melbourne’s world-renowned street art on this walk through the city's laneways.

Kayak Melbourne

Guided paddling tours through Melbourne along the Yarra River and Victoria Harbour.

Melbourne music walk

Discover Melbourne’s music highlights, from music venues to busking hot spots and historic sites.

Port Phillip Ferries

Ferry to Geelong and Portarlington, or enjoy short Yarra River and Port Phillip Bay cruises.

Until 31 Dec

Free Guided Walk

A free guided walk is the perfect way to enjoy the sunny weather in Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.

Workers Museum at Trades Hall

Workers museum showcasing the history of workers' rights.

Until 31 Dec

Melbourne Icons Tour

Discover Melbourne's most iconic artefacts joined by an expert guide in a tour across the decades.

Classic icons and architecture walk

Take a walk through Melbourne's classic icons and architecture.

1 Dec – 5 Jan

Polly Woodside Open Day

Climb aboard and roam the decks of one of Australia’s last surviving 19th-century tall ships.

Until 13 Jun

Purpose Precinct Tour

Take a tour of the social enterprise marketplace at Queen Victoria Market.

Aboriginal Melbourne walk

Discover Melbourne's Aboriginal heritage and culture on this walking tour of significant sites.

Until 2 Dec

Government House Tour

Discover Melbourne’s rich heritage in the grand State Rooms of Government House.

Melbourne Sights Walking Tour

Uncover the stories behind Melbourne's landmarks, gardens and events on this walking tour.

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.

Until 28 Nov

Heritage Tours of the Mission to Seafarers

Learn about the history of this heritage-listed building on a free walking tour.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve Harbour and River Cruise

Celebrate in style with an all-inclusive harbour and river cruise departing Docklands.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve Midnight Fireworks Cruise

Watch the New Year's fireworks from the best spot in the city on this midnight cruise.

Until 31 Dec

Home of Dinosaurs Tour

Join experienced guides in a tour across time as you journey through the home of dinosaurs.