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 27 Dec

Old Melbourne Ghost Tour

Take a spine-chilling journey back in time to 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.

26 – 27 Jul

Open House Melbourne Weekend

The Open House Melbourne Weekend invites you to explore Melbourne's great examples of good design.

Things you can only do in the city

There's only one place to find these rare Melbourne experiences and secret spots.

Melbourne River Cruises

Sit back and relax as your captain details the history of Melbourne on a river cruise.

14 Jun – 11 Jul

Hangman's Night Tour

Let the hangman guide you through the gaol, with no stone left unturned.

Chocoholic Tours

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

Until 30 Jun

Sports Precinct Walking Tour

Explore Melbourne's sports precinct on foot with a local guide, including a tour of the MCG.

Melbourne Water Taxis

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

Until 31 Dec

Yarra Sunrise Running Tour

Run Melbourne’s parks, landmarks and Yarra River at sunrise on this 8km tour with coffee to finish.

12 Jul

Taylor Swift Theme Silent Disco Walking Tour of Melbourne

Join a sing-a-long tour of the city with other Swifties.

Sightseeing Tours Australia

Discover the highlights of Melbourne with Sightseeing Tours Australia.

Until 30 Jun

Melbourne Hidden Bars Walking Tour

Discover Melbourne's hidden bars – down alleys, in basements and behind closed doors.

Until 7 Sep

Polly Woodside Open Day

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

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.

Melbourne's best accessible Aboriginal experiences

Be immersed in the history and culture of the Kulin Nature with accessible experiences and tours.

Until 30 Jun

The Explorer: Melbourne Gardens

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

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.

Until 31 Dec

Free Kids Explorer Bus

Children ride free on the Kids Explorer Bus during the school holidays.

Melbourne music walk

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

31 Oct

Halloween Dance Party Cruise

Set sail for spooky costumes, eerie fun, live DJ and haunted vibes.

MCG Tours

Take a guided tour of the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

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 History Tour

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

Until 4 Oct

Walsh Street Guided Tour

Explore Robin Boyd’s iconic residence at 290 Walsh Street on a guided tour.

Until 30 Jun

Step Back in Time: Exploring Early Melbourne

Visit the only buildings in Melbourne that pre-date the gold rush on a guided historic walk.

Classic icons and architecture walk

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

Melbourne Sights Walking Tour

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

Aboriginal Melbourne walk

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

Williamstown Ferry Service

Take an award-winning tour to Williamstown from Melbourne. One way and return trips available.

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 29 Oct

City Highlights Express Cruise

Explore Melbourne in just 45 mins with this express Yarra River cruise.

Lady Cutler Melbourne Showboat

Cruise Melbourne on the Lady Cutler Melbourne Showboat, offering a range of cruising events.

Sporting Capital Tours

Explore the most amazing sports precinct in the world, plus a guided tour inside the mighty MCG.