Top Melbourne Unique Experiences

Soar over the Yarra Valley during the golden light of sunrise during an unforgettable hot air balloon flight. Float over the scenic landscape of gentle rolling hills and vineyards as day breaks across this beloved winemaking region. Upgrade to enjoy hotel pickup and a delicious sparkling wine breakfast at Balgownie Estate after touching down back on solid ground.

Get an enchanting new perspective on Melbourne aboard a hot air balloon flight over the city at sunrise. Soar over modern skyscrapers, urban parks, famous sporting arenas, and the Yarra River as early morning light bathes the skyline in a rosy glow. After your unforgettable flight, toast the new day with an optional champagne breakfast.

Spend a memorable day in the Yarra Valley, beginning with a magical hot air balloon flight at sunrise! Take in an unforgettable aerial perspective of the beloved region’s rolling hills and vineyards, and then enjoy a champagne breakfast back on solid ground. Tour four of the Yarra Valley’s premium wineries for cellar door tastings, and savor a gourmet lunch at the beautiful Balgownie Estate. Top off the day with a glass of bubblyat the esteemed Domaine Chandon winery.

Sip your choice of drinks on a "hidden" bar walking tour in Melbourne. Stroll with your guide to four locations for cocktails, Australian wine and beer, stopping into a classic pub, a speakeasy-style cocktail bar tucked into the laneway, a wine bar with options from the nearby Yarra Valley, and a fourth bar that will be selected by your guide depending on your group’s interests. You'll learn about Melbourne's bar scene and local history, and get tips for additional places to visit on your own. 

Indulge your sweet tooth with a tour tailor-made for chocoholics. This walking tour of Melbourne will take you to the some of the city’s best-kept secrets as you discover chocolates from Australia, Belgian, Switzerland and more. Stop at chocolatiers, patisseries and candy stores to sample an array of delicious chocolates, choosing between milk, dark or mixed chocolates, depending on your tastes. For those of you who are wine lovers, enjoy a delicious wine and chocolate pairing whilst learning about Melbourne's quirky history.

Taste your way through Melbourne's chocolate scene, one sweet treat after another, on this 2.5-hour small-group walking tour. With 12 or fewer fellow milk chocolate-lovers, visit boutique chocolate makers, meet the owners, and chat about all things cacao.

Indulge your inner foodie and learn to make dumplings like a pro with this cooking class in Melbourne. After a complimentary welcome drink, enjoy a hands-on experience in a fun atmosphere and discover how to prepare the perfect dough for Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese dumplings using a variety of meats and vegetables. Then, savor your creation in a small group setting.

Enjoy a brewery tour of the famous Carlton and United Brewery, an Aussie powerhouse that makes some of the continent’s favorite beers, including Carlton Draught, VB and Crown Lager. Your tour takes you behind the Abbotsford Brewery doors to explore the craft of brewing and more than 150 years of history at this landmark brewery. Wrap up your tour by tasting several frosty brews from the brewery tanks.

A hot air balloon ride over Melbourne offers unprecedented views of the city’s attractions. This early morning flight, which departs at dawn and includes a complimentary champagne breakfast, elevates an already special experience to an unforgettable one. The perfect way to see the city for travelers looking for something unique and luxurious.

Enjoy a romantic flight above the clouds on this hot air balloon trip over the scenic Yarra Valley. Drift over the rolling hills and valleys of the Yarra and snap memorable photos of the region’s sprawling wineries as the sun rises over the horizon. Afterward, toast to your morning adventure with a complimentary champagne breakfast at a classy local country club.

This walking tour is ideal for beer lovers, as it stops at bars specializing in Australian beer and liquor, a microbrewery, and more. Your fun (and drink)-loving local guide will tell you all about Melbourne’s alcohol history, so you get much more than just a bar-hopping evening. When the tour is over, stay on and hang out with your new friends and check out more of your guide’s recommended spots.

Experience Melbourne like a local, with a local, on this fully customizable private experience tailored to you and you alone. Try a cappuccino served in an avocado, shop the city’s finest vintage, chill with penguins, or crawl the laneways’ sexiest rooftop bars. Once you book, you’ll be paired with a like-minded host to build your dream itinerary—morning, noon, or night. Please note: Your fee covers guiding only.

By day the ocean side suburb of St Kilda is known to be a bustling seaside playground but by night the other side of St Kilda’s personality comes out to play. Hip, but without the hipsters, this neighbourhood comes alive at dusk when its historic pubs, live music venues and trendy wine ocean view wine and cocktail bars open their doors. Join a like-minded Host to discover the best of Melbourne’s nightlife, getting out of the city centre and exploring St Kilda after dark. Hop from bar to bar and get a taste of what the nights here are really like! Within 24 hours of your booking, we will contact you to find out about your interests so we can assign a like-minded Host who will create a bespoke experience for you. Your Host will suggest an itinerary and agree a meeting time and place, but you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Discover Melbourne’s growing craft beer scene and get the inside scoop on where to drink in the city. This private tasting tour can be customized to suit your tastes, whether you want to uncover the latest start-ups, visit the city’s most famous brew pubs, or sip bespoke microbrews. During the evening, visit three different venues and sample a range of beers from wietbier to pilsners to bocks, accompanied by delicious snacks and local delicacies.

Take time away from your cruise to enjoy a stroll through Melbourne and chocolate lovers can indulge on a fine tasting chocolate tour.  This half day tour gives you the opportunity to see all Melbourne has to offer as well as learning the secrets of local chocolates.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

With its abundance of breweries and bars, Melbourne is a mecca for beer lovers. Visit some of the bars favored by locals on a private craft beer tour that promises to take you off the beaten path. Taking a private tour means that you’ll benefit from the undivided attention of a guide and receive recommendations tailored to your craft beer preferences.