Apart from Melbourne being the capital of Victoria, a state in the southeastern coastal area of Australia, it is also a dynamic metropolis with many beautiful attractions and lovely inner-city neighborhoods with unique traits. This charming city has been lauded for its cultural diversity, beautiful streets that are filled with amazing art and excellent dining outlets. The city boasts a number of iconic attractions that include restaurants by the Yarra River, the Melbourne Arts Precinct, and many more. Its accommodating nature has led it to be voted as the world’s most livable city. Are you planning to enjoy a summer holiday or just a romantic getaway in Melbourne? Below is a list of things to do in Melbourne, Australia that will make your stay a memorable one.
1. Admire sculptures at the McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery
Art and history lovers, this one’s for you. The McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery first opened in 1971 and initially featured 138 works gifted by artists and collectors. Since then, the gallery has reinvented itself, and today, it boasts over 2,600 works encompassing historical, modern, and contemporary sculpture and decorative arts dating from the 16th century to the present day.
The unique sculpture park is home to over 100 sculptures by contemporary artists such as Ken Unsworth, Louise Paramor, Ian Burns, and John Clark.
McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery
Address: 390 McClelland Dr, Langwarrin VIC 3910, Australia
Website: McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery
Opening hours: Wed - Sun: 10am - 5pm (closed on Mon & Tue)
Price: Free
2. Explore The Twelve Apostles in its full glory
This exquisite collection of limestone stacks stands close to each other off the serene shore of Port Campbell National Park by the Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Australia.
The Twelve Apostles were formed due to erosion. Harsh weather conditions from the Southern Ocean erode the soft limestone, resulting in stunning caves in the cliffs that have become a top tourist attraction today. Try viewing the rock stacks when the sun goes down on the city, and they turn into a fiercely beautiful shade of red and orange. Don’t forget to take a few photos of this gorgeous view for your Instagram.
The Twelve Apostles
Address: Great Ocean Road, Port Campbell, Victoria, Australia
Website: The Twelve Apostles
3. Enjoy a trip to the zoo (from USD 61.2)
The Melbourne Zoo is a must to visit, especially for the ones touring the city of Melbourne with their little ones.
With this tour, you can gain exclusive access to the zoo in the morning before it opens to the public. You will be accompanied by an experienced guide to bring you around and help you learn more about Australia’s native wildlife. Watch the koalas during their morning routines or enjoy feeding the kangaroos breakfast with your kids as you spend an eventful morning here. Kids will love watching native birds soar on this fantastic wildlife experience.
Melbourne Zoo Australian Wildlife Tour
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4. Journey through the gastronomical lanes of Melbourne with this food tour (from USD 78.35)
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It is said that the best way to explore the pulse of a place is through the food it offers. On this walking tour around Melbourne, you can learn about the city’s local history and food culture from your knowledgeable guide while digging into the city’s best eats.
Start the tour with a warm cup of coffee before you indulge your sweet tooth at the candy shop. With a visit to the city’s best restaurants, cafes, and rooftop bars, you’re guaranteed to have a rollicking time on this gastronomical journey.
Food Crawl (Small Group), Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
5. Spend a fruitful day in the gallery of ArtVo (from USD 20.0)
If you are an art-lover and have a flair for taking cool pictures, spending a day inside the gallery of ArtVo is perfect. This art center is in the District Docklands, which is minutes from Melbourne’s central business district. The museum has more than 100 paintings categorized across 11 themed zones. Guests can also touch the art pieces and take creative photographs with the backdrop of an ethereal Taj Mahal.
The helpful and friendly staff encourages you to take as many pictures as possible, so click away!
Melbourne ArtVo Immersive Gallery Admission Ticket
Duration: 1 to 2 hours
6. Indulge in a three-hour dinner cruise (from USD 122.0)
Looking for someplace to take your sweetheart and have them enjoy some amazing experiences in Melbourne? Then there is no a better way to do it than to jump on this three-hour dinner cruise extravaganza on the mighty Yarra River. You will get on the Spirit of Melbourne, which is a famous enclosed boat with a restaurant. Enjoy charming views of the lovely lit-up city as you float across waterfront landmarks such as Riverside Park, Federation Square, the Royal Botanic Gardens and many more. Enjoy some delicious Australian cuisine, a variety of refreshing wine, cocktails and other beverages on this dinner excursion on the Yarra River.
Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise
Duration: 3 hours
7. Be part of the aboriginal expedition (from USD 26.0)
Throughout this educative excursion, you will have the chance to learn about aboriginal traditions and know about the ancestral lands of the Kulin nation. With the help of an aboriginal guide, you will tour the Royal Botanic Garden where you will be thrilled learning about indigenous flora and fauna and how the local people use them for food and medicine. Listen to stories about their culture and traditions and even participate in the traditional smoking ceremony as you try some sample lemon myrtle tea which is very healthy and keeps you hydrated over the course of your expedition. As you sit and sip on your lemon myrtle tea, reflect on your experiences and share stories with your guide.
Aboriginal Heritage Walk - Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Gardens
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
8. Learn the sports culture of Melbourne
Melbourne city has always been famous for its sporting culture and was recently named the official sports capital of the world for the fourth time in the last decade. Apart from touring the world famous Melbourne Cricket Ground, this tour incorporates a lot of learning about sports from the stadiums, athletes and events to the media coverage and precious history related with this sporting city of Australia. Get unlimited access to the National Sports Museum and learn about Australia’s culture and history. Melbourne is also a popular host for most global events such as the Olympic Games, the Australian Open, the AFL Grand Final and many more. If you’d like, you can take some photos of some beautiful memories of this tour.
Sports Tour of Melbourne with MCG Tour and Australian Sports Museum Access
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
9. Indulge in a local food tour (from USD 126.0)
Melbourne might be famous for its sports culture and other historical landmarks, but it has a lot to offer when it comes to the foodie world. Treat your taste buds to a wide variety of delicious culinary cuisines of different origins including Spanish cuisine, Asian fusion, and contemporary Australian gourmet. With the help of a well-versed tour guide, you will be able to sample some of Melbourne’s exquisite cuisines and learn how it came to be one of the world’s food capitals. The tour provides a foodie’s bucket list experience that will wow your taste glands which end by visiting the luxurious culinary centers in Melbourne, and its restaurants, and cafés.
Foodies Bucket List - Walking Tour
Duration: 4 hours
10. Explore the city at sunrise on a hot air balloon flight (from USD 398.0)
Enjoy a thrilling tour of Melbourne city at sunrise using a hot air balloon and see some breathtaking views of the city and its iconic skyscrapers from great heights. Get some charming sights of the green urban parks, and famous sporting arenas as you fly over to the Yarra River where you will observe the early morning sun rays bathing the majestic skyline in a golden glow. Before you head back to your private accommodation, you will get a chance to enjoy an optional champagne buffet breakfast if you choose to. During this breathtaking tour, you will get lots of opportunities to shoot as many photos as you wish.
Melbourne Balloon Flight at Sunrise
Duration: 4 hours
11. Enjoy a fun day with kids at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium (from USD 26.0)
Are you some who are always fascinated by and curious about aquatic life? Then you should not miss out on this exhilarating marine tour. The tour involves visiting the SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium which is perfectly situated on the magnificent Yarra River. The aquarium has been masterfully subdivided into 12 different ecosystems from the technicolored fish of the Coral Atoll to the ice-covered playground of the penguins. Discover different sea animals like seahorse, sharks, jellyfish, and other water animals like the crocodiles at Croc Lair as you also learn important pointers about sea life from the expert talks delivered on the tour. Mesmerize kids with adventurous experiences of things like mermaids and shipwrecks.
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Admission Ticket
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
12. Enjoy a memorable photo session in Melbourne (from USD 65.0)
This is such an exciting tour for those who love photos and good memories. Grab your camera and get ready for a photo shooting experience. This is a private tour with a pro photographer guide who will help with technical skills, positioning, and maybe camera settings. Capture brilliant photos of the charming laneways, captivating street art, and graffiti. You have the choice to opt for either a day or a night tour so as to get the different perspectives of this charming city. For a night’s photo tour, you will have a chance to capture images of the magnificent Yarra River fire show or the illuminated Federation Square. Whichever tour you choose, you will surely enjoy a lovely photo session.
Private Photography Tour of Melbourne with a Professional Photographer
13. Participate in a virtual reality gaming experience (from USD 35.0)
Do you love virtual reality? Then this is your chance to enjoy a 50-minute gaming experience with your friends. Get to see how the entertainment industry has been diversified by the rapid changes and advancement in technology as you enjoy some breathtaking experiences from VR Plus. This advanced virtual reality technology will take you to a different almost-real world that will leave you mesmerized. It doesn’t matter if you like adventure or action because all the experiences you love are in the VR Plus. There’s a myriad of games you could choose to play including Hover Junkies, Space Pirate Trainer, the Thrill Fight, and many more. It’s an all-inclusive experience as there are games for all skill levels.
Virtual Reality Gaming Experience in Melbourne
Duration: 50 minutes
14. Enjoy an aerial view of Melbourne (from USD 186.0)
This is a 25-minute long breathtaking tour of the city of Melbourne. Before the tour kicks off, tourists will be shortly briefed by a highly trained pilot about the tour and maybe a few things they should expect to see on the tour. Enjoy picturesque views of the city from different angles as you soar brilliantly above the beautiful city. Explore the magnificent beach at St. Kilda charmingly stretching along the coastline. View Brighton Pier and the popular Point Ormond before flying over the scenic Albert Park. Fly over the Melbourne Cricket Ground and the Docklands before you complete your awesome tour. You can take a few photos for memories.
Melbourne and Port Phillip Bay Helicopter Tour
Duration: 25 minutes
15. Explore the famous Ramsay Street (from USD 74.0)
Do you love the TV soap opera Neighbors? Visit some of the scenes from the movie and learn more about the famous Ramsay Street. On this educative trip, you will see and learn about the original Ramsay street houses or if you are lucky enough you might be able to peek into one of the film sets. Learn the stories about how the TV show is produced and get a rare opportunity for autographs from some stars or even maybe some photos with celebrities. For a fun weekend, enjoy some exclusive experiences of Neighbors as you visit Global Television Studios and see the Lassiter’s Complex, Harold’s Café, the Waterhole and more.
The Official "Neighbours" Tour of Ramsay Street
Duration: 3 hours
Fun things to do in Melbourne, Australia
Whether you’re looking for an unforgettable romantic experience or looking to spend quality time with family during your vacation holiday, there are a lot of fun things to do in Melbourne that you will make your stay in Australia a memorable one.
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