Melbourne – From the Bay to the Laneways
3 hours
Welcome to marvellous Melbourne, also known as Naarm by the local Wurundjeri people, whose deep cultural connections to Country continue to shape this vibrant city.
Explore the past, present and personality of Australia’s cultural capital. From seaside charm and historic landmarks to laneway art and riverside life see Melbourne from every angle.
Children: 5 – 15yo
| Locations: Melbourne | Duration: 3 hrs |
| Start: 08:30 hrs | End: 11:30 hrs Southbank |
| Min: 2 adults Max: 11 people | Departures: Daily / English |
Highlights & Inclusions
- Small group touring (2–11 guests)
- Expert local vehicle and walking tour guides
- Air-conditioned minibus transport
- Walking tour through Melbourne’s famous laneways
- Photo stop at Brighton Bathing Boxes
- Option to finish with a River Cruise (extra cost)
Melbourne Tour Itinerary
Depart the city and head south past Albert Park – home of the Formula 1 Grand Prix
Visit the iconic Brighton Beach Bathing Boxes for photos by the bay
Return to the city for a guided walking tour through Melbourne’s famed laneways and arcades
Continue by minibus to explore city highlights, including:
- The Gothic Bank, Old Mint, and Flagstaff Gardens
- Historic sites like Queen Victoria Market, Old City Baths, and Old Melbourne Gaol
- The lively Lygon Street café precinct
- Royal Exhibition Building and Melbourne Museum
- Elegant Collins Street, Spring Street, and Fitzroy
- Fitzroy Gardens, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and Tennis Centre
Tour finishes at Southbank, where you can visit the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), Botanic Gardens or enjoy lunch south of the Yarra, or join a relaxingMelbourne River Cruise
About Melbourne
Melbourne is the capital city of Victoria, a state in the south-east corner of mainland Australia. It is the second largest city in Australia and home to more than 4 million people.
You will soon discover why Melbourne has repeatedly been voted the world’s most livable city. The city boasts a bustling cosmopolitan business district, a vibrant cultural and artistic scene, vast park lands and eclectic inner-city precincts.
Melbourne is known as the sporting capital of Australia as it hosts events such as the Australian Open for Tennis and the Formula 1 Grand Prix.
Melbourne is also synonymous with the country’s best coffee as can be seen in countless funky cafes. The restaurant scene is world-famous with fabulous modern fusion options.
Today Melbourne welcomes people from all over the world and continues to be a significant meeting place.
Today’s city was founded on the Yarra River in 1835 following the smaller settlement in Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula in 1803. Melbourne boomed in the 1850s as a result of the impressive Gold Rush, attracting gold diggers from around the world.
Melbourne pays tribute to the Kulin Nation, the traditional owners of the land where now sits this bustling metropolis.
What to bring:
- Camera
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Waterproof clothing
This tour is available with a tour guide who speaks Spanish or Italian
(prices and details vary on application).
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