Gardens Melbourne
Highlights of Melbourne Cruise
Cruise the Yarra River and admire Melbourne's spectacular skyline on a two hour narrated city cruise. Your cruise includes both the down and up river routes, encompassing the scenic river gardens and Herring island with the contrasting port and former-industrial Docklands area; giving you an extensive appreciation of the entire Melbourne region.
Beverages & Snacks available to purchase
River Gardens Melbourne Sightseeing Cruise
Cruise up Melbourne's famous Yarra River and enjoy the sights of Melbourne's scenic gardens, parklands and famous sporting arenas. This one-hour sightseeing cruise is a wonderful chance to view the scenic river gardens and Herring Island.
Beverages & Snacks available to purchase
Breathtaking Sightseeing Cruises In the Heart of Melbourne
Embark on a captivating 1-hour sightseeing expedition along the Yarra River, discovering Melbourne's most iconic landmarks with expertly guided commentary. Sail past renowned sites like Flinders Street Station, Federation Square, and the Arts Centre, while enjoying complimentary tea and coffee. Marvel at the panoramic views of Melbourne's skyline, capturing the beauty of the Eureka Tower, Royal Botanic Gardens, and the cultural precinct of Southbank. Book now for an unforgettable experience of Melbourne's waterfront wonders.
Aboriginal Heritage Walk – Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Gardens
Womin djeka! Journey into the ancestral lands of the Koolin nation and explore their rich and thriving culture.
Discover with your Aboriginal guide traditional uses of plants for food, tools and medicine. Develop an understanding of, and respect for, the customs and heritage of the our First Nations people.
The Aboriginal Heritage Walk won an award for face-to-face interpretation and is also a Victorian Tourism Award winner.
A note for participants:
At Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria we acknowledge the rich diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, representing more than 250 language groups across Australia. We invite you to join this walk with an open heart and mind to deepen your understanding of First Peoples' heritage and living culture—especially in relation to the plants and landscapes of Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.
Shrine of Remembrance Cultural Guided Tour in Melbourne
Delve deeper into the Shrine by joining a 45-minute tour, led by an expert guide.
Discover the fascinating history of this monument born by grief after the First World War, which now provides a place of remembrance for Australian service and sacrifice in all wars since.
Learn about our commemorative spaces, special exhibitions and the personal stories that make the Shrine a living monument.
Famous Melbourne City Bike Tour
Why walk when you can ride the sights? On Melbourne by Bike's Famous City Tour you'll see more in a few hours than most see in days. Explore Melbourne’s coolest streets, architecture, parks, shops, cafes, hidden laneways and multicultural neighbourhoods. Experience real Melbourne hospitality on this leisurely ride with a local guide in small friendly groups (usually 8 or less). It’s the perfect way to start any Melbourne visit. Be a traveller, not a tourist. Ride Melbourne's most vibrant areas where its university students hang out, explore the city's street-art scene and shop for amazing gourmet treats to eat with fellow riders during our lunch break at the famous Queen Victoria Market (or elsewhere when the market is closed on Mondays & Wednesdays) You'll learn a bit of its golden history, experience its famous cafe and foodie culture and hear about some of its colourful characters from a passionate guide on a comfy light 21-speed bike.
Small-Group Melbourne Sightseeing Tour with Beach Boxes
Our Melbourne City Tour takes you through the wondrous sights of Melbourne. Learn about the city’s fascinating history with your expert Oceania guide. With your small group, take a stroll in the gardens, see some of our world famous attractions like Albert Park Lake (Formula 1), Federation Square.
This small-group tour is limited to 11 people, ensuring a more personalized experience.
The Ultimate Melbourne Attractions Pass
Explore Melbourne’s best sights and attractions while saving up to 40% on general admission entry with the Ultimate Melbourne Pass.
Soak up breathtaking views from the Melbourne Skydeck, see amazing wild life at Melbourne Zoo, or enjoy a relaxing Yarra River cruise.
Whether it’s a city tour, guided walk, museum visit or once-in-a-lifetime experience, the Ultimate Melbourne Pass saves you time by not having to queue for tickets at every attraction. Plus, your pass comes with a handy app so your time in Melbourne is as fun and stress-free as possible.
Voted the world’s most liveable city on a number of occasions, Melbourne is regarded by many as the cultural, culinary and sporting capital of Australia.
Whatever your tastes and interests, the Ultimate Melbourne Pass is your ticket to explore Melbourne and its surrounds as conveniently and cost effectively as possible.
Melbourne City Twilight Kayak Tour
• This tour is really 2 tours in one, as you start off in daylight and then you end in the dark. Therefore you see Melbourne at different light stages – Enjoy Golden Hour,
Take in views of Melbourne's skyline while paddling past restaurants, old ships, the former port area and new port.
• This is a unique experience with easy paddling and a slow pace to take in the views.
• Historical commentary on the old docks area is provided along the way with talks about the former Customs House, turning basin, historical ships, former waterfall and "Mission for Seamen" head quarters.
• There is a rest stop, half way through the tour, to stretch your legs and have a snack and a drink.
• The tour is 2.5 hours duration.
• Twilight sessions (5, 6 or 7pm, depending on light) are available.
• Photos emailed after the event.
Melbourne Street Art Quest: Self-Guided Urban Story Game
The alleys of Melbourne aren’t just painted – they’re alive. As a runaway artist searching for traces of your godmother, you find more than memories. One mural moves. A figure whispers. The street art of the city has awakened… and it knows your name.
In this self-guided adventure, you’ll explore Melbourne’s most iconic and hidden graffiti-covered laneways while solving puzzles that bring each wall to life. Use your phone to navigate the route, uncover messages left in the art, and follow a story of self-discovery, connection, and creativity. The city becomes your canvas, and every clue a brushstroke in your journey.
What makes this tour unique? It’s an interactive, story-driven quest that blends real street art with imaginative storytelling, transforming Melbourne into a living gallery filled with puzzles and heart.
Perfect for families, couples, creatives, and anyone who sees art as a doorway to something deeper.
Melbourne Private Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems with a local
If it’s your first time in Melbourne, you’ll want to get orientated and see the city’s iconic land-marks! But what if as well as this, you could get a local’s advice about where to go, what to eat and all the exciting possibilities awaiting you? With this experience you can! Discover hidden gems as well as Melbourne’s highlights and tourist sights, ticking the most famous landmarks off your bucket list while you explore the city with your host who’ll also reveal the best kept local secrets. Get familiar with the city, choose the area you’d like to explore and get ready to kick start your adventure in Melbourne!
The Explorer – Melbourne Gardens
The Explorer at Melbourne Gardens
Discover the beauty of this inner-city oasis and enjoy live commentary in the comfort of an open-air minibus. Admire rolling lawns and the stunning living collections at Melbourne Gardens.
Fitzroy & Treasury Gardens Melbourne Walking Tour
Experience the beauty, history, and tranquility of Melbourne with our self-guided Treasury & Fitzroy Gardens walking tour. Ideal for families, this gentle stroll takes you through lush lawns, past stunning floral displays, and introduces you to the park's iconic monuments and memorials, like Cook's Cottage, the Model Tudor Village, the Conservatory and Fairies Tree.
Immerse yourself in a unique blend of history and adventure as you navigate through the gardens and solve intriguing challenges with clues along the way – that's exactly what you can expect from this self-guided digital walking tour in English.
So grab your phone, download the Questo app, and get ready for an exciting adventure. The tour can be taken on any day or time – so you can change your plans as many times as you wish.
Full-day Melbourne City Sightseeing with Penguin Parade
Experience the magic of Melbourne and enjoy two destinations in a single day! Our expert guide will take you to some of Melbourne's most iconic buildings and cultural landmarks before heading to Phillip Island to witness the world-famous penguin parade.
Melbourne, a city bursting with lush gardens, vibrant restaurants, charming alleys, and a buzzing art scene, is waiting for you.
We'll kick things off with iconic photo spots, like the MCG forecourt, Hosier Lane, Fitzroy Gardens, and the Shrine of Remembrance. These aren't just places; they're your ticket to unforgettable moments and Instagram-worthy snapshots.
But hold onto your hats, because after the Melbourne buzz, it's time to switch gears and immerse yourself in nature. Walk along the scenic coastal boardwalks at The Nobbies and as the sun dips below the horizon, get ready for the grand finale—the Penguin Parade.
It's a natural spectacle that'll leave you in awe.
Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour
Step back in time to the Goldrush era at Sovereign Hill, visit the Eureka Centre, see stunning floral displays in the botanical gardens and finish the day with the best view of Melbourne from the Skydeck on the 88th floor of Eureka Tower.
You will be picked up in air conditioned comfort by an English speaking guide for this small group tour. Journey west out of Melbourne to Ballarat where your first stop will be the stunning Botanical Gardens for a wander amongst the flowers and heritage trees, then visit the picturesque Lake Wendouree. Time to step back in time to the Gold Rush of 1850 at Sovereign Hill where traditional craft demonstrations and opportunities to pan for Gold await you. From here we visit the Eureka Centre, historic site of the miner’s rebellion. Your day will finish with the most spectacular view from the Melbourne Skydeck, 88 floors up in the Eureka Tower!
Melbourne Drive by Night Tour
A low cost, great introduction to Melbourne. Sit back, relax and enjoy Melbourne in a private tour, as we cruise around for 2 hours at night with stops for photos and exploring.
This drive-by tour will take you to a number of key Melbourne locations. The tour is not simply about seeing great views and lit up skylines, but also to visit the parts of Melbourne which offer up the best experience at night.
As with all tours provided by 69 Tours, this is a private tour, which offers some room for flexibility, is never rushed, conducted in a relaxed, easy going fashion, by an experienced local guide. Experience Melbourne through the eyes of a local.
Since this is a private tour, the route taken will ultimately depend on your requests and your starting pick-up location. However, there are a number of locations which are worth special consideration.
The tour concludes with you being dropped off at a previously negotiated location.
Explore Melbourne: Self-Guided Audio Tour
This audio tour of the modern city of Melbourne will take you on a captivating journey to see sights such as the bustling Flinders Street Station and many historic buildings including the Melbourne Gaol and the State Parliament House. You will also receive a map detailing the area of your tour.
Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Melbourne Airports
End your stay in Melbourne with a comfortable and convenient luxury transfer from your Melbourne accommodation to Melbourne's Tullamarine Airport. Don't wait for a taxi that never arrives! Instead, be transported directly from your Melbourne hotel or residence to the airport in a luxurious, spacious vehicle.
Cultural Melbourne City Tour
Discover mouth watering taste sensations, visit the home of passionate football supporters, be enchanted and charmed by the sport of kings, delight in historical architectural splendour and get surprised and excited by bohemian Melbourne. The cultural tour exposes Melbourne’s essence – cafe culture, club based Australian football, the intrigue of Flemington horse racing and Australia’s first world heritage listed structure.
IF THE DAY DOESN'T SUIT, PLEASE EMAIL US AND WE CAN ARRANGE A CHANGE OF DAY.
IF YOU PREFER A PRIVATE TOUR FOR YOUR OWN GROUP – PLEASE EMAIL WITH YOUR REQUEST
Melbourne Laneways Discovery Running Tour
Discover Melbourne best living art galleries! Melbourne’s famous street art culture is unlike any other and on this Laneways Discovery Tour, you will explore Hosier Lane, AC/DC Lane and a few other laneways that we’ll keep as a surprise for you during the tour. This 8km running adventure will take you laneway hopping, sharing with you the iconic shops, bars and cafes that Melbournians love to flock to, so you’ll feel just like a local.
Learn more about Melbourne’s rich history as we share stories from the past, present (and future….) and fun facts about the city with you. Witness Melbourne’s distinct variation between the modern high rise architecture and older Victorian style buildings, learning how the two mesh and how both are quintessential in shaping Melbourne’s culture. As we run past the landmarks that shape Melbourne, there will be an ample amount of time to make sure you get that Instagram worthy photo.