Flinders Street Station Attractions & Things to do

Come on a magical hot air balloon flight over Melbourne - there is no other major city in the world that you can soar above in a hot air balloon! Admire Melbourne's city skyline at early dawn as your balloon flies for approximately one hour and then toast your good fortune with an optional sparkling buffet breakfast.
Duration: 4 hours.

Join our tour guides for a walk through Australia’s culture capital and learn what makes this city great and so much more.

When you arrive, you'll explore Melbourne with a local who can share the history of the city as well as point out things to do after your walking tour is done. Depot Adventures tour guides want to show you the real Melbourne – the city we know and love.

Your tour will stop for a coffee and conclude near the Old Melbourne Gaol, where you learn about Australia’s most infamous bush ranger. After your tour is finished, your guide will brings the group to a classic Australian pub where you can experience traditional Aussie food.
Duration: 3 hours.

On your Secret Food Tour Melbourne follow your local expert guide discovering the story of the city through its unique multicultural food scene. We will weave in and out of Melbourne's iconic and secret laneways tasting the best the City has to offer, from secret hole-in-the wall street food to wine, cheese and chocolate tasting on this tasting tour we will take you through the heart of Melbourne's multicultural food scene.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Come with us to see why Melbourne has been named “The World’s Most Liveable City” by The Economist Magazine for seven consecutive years.

Enjoy a professionally guided tour of Melbourne's most iconic buildings, cultural attractions and historical landmarks. Stops will be made where time permits to allow for photo opportunities.

We make sure you get a feel for why Melbourne is regarded so highly and will show you as much of our beautiful city as possible!
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Short in time, on this tour we will pick you up from your preferred location then show you the city highlights and will take you to sanctuary to see all Australian native animals.

Explore the vibrant heart of Melbourne and encounter iconic landmarks on our Melbourne Highlights portion of the tour. From the bustling streets of Federation Square to the historic charm of Flinders Street Station, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of culture and history that defines this dynamic city. Embark on an optional walking tour through Melbourne's famous laneways, where street art, boutique shops, and hidden cafes await around every corner.

Next, venture into the enchanting world of Australian wildlife at the Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park. Delight in up-close encounters with native animals, including kangaroos, wallabies, and emus as you wander through natural habitats. this immersive experience promises unforgettable moments with Australia's beloved wildlife.
Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes.

Wombat Discovery Tours makes excellent use of your short stay in Melbourne to show you what makes Melbourne " The Worlds most livable city " in a tour designed perfectly around the busy schedule of international cruising. We visit the picturesque shore line around Port Phillip Bay, Drive through Melbourne's CBD and visit various Art, Shopping, History, Coffee and Culture precincts, taking in Melbourne's highlights.
Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

Experience Melbourne's vibrant culture on a captivating walking tour, departing from typical tourist routes. Delve into the city's history with local guides, exploring iconic landmarks like Federation Square and Hosier Lane. Discover hidden gems and intriguing tales, concluding near the famous Old Melbourne Gaol. Enjoy a leisurely coffee break and end the tour at a quintessential Australian pub, savoring traditional Aussie cuisine. Embark on an enriching journey through Melbourne's heart with Depot Adventures.
-Get to know Melbourne through the eyes of a knowledgeable local Guide.
-See the main tourist sights you want to see as well as discovering areas, venues.
-Private walking tour.
-Benefit from your guide’s familiarity with the area that interests you.
-Get lots of valuable advice from your guide about other things to do in the city.


Duration: 3 hours.

Experience the Yarra River like never before atop our cutting-edge waterbikes. This isn't your typical river journey; it's an adventure that offers an unobstructed 360-degree view of Melbourne's beauty.

Pedal through the vibrant arteries of Melbourne's waterways, capturing stunning views of iconic landmarks, bridges, and the dynamic urban tapestry that lines the Yarra's banks.

Our route masterfully combines the lush green pockets of the Yarra with the urban splendor of Melbourne. Feel the gentle river breeze and soak in the city's ambiance in one seamless journey.

With our waterbikes, you're not just exploring the river but also doing it responsibly. Our zero-emission, silent waterbikes respect the river's ecosystem, allowing for a harmonious interaction with nature.

The elevated perspective from our waterbikes offers unparalleled photo opportunities. Whether it's the city skyline, historic bridges, or playful river wildlife, there's a picture-perfect moment at every bend.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Receive a warm welcome to Melbourne on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Melbourne to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest.

Discover where to find main attractions like Chinatown and St. Pauls Cathedra, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family-owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction.

Private City Kickstart Tour: Melbourne is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Take a day trip to Mt Buller and spend a full day in the snow. The tour departs early at 4,45am which will allow you plenty of time on the mountain for lots of fun in the snow.
Duration: 15 hours.

Since European settlement 180 years ago the city of Melbourne has benefited from the remarkable skill of many talented architects. Join MELTours on the Architecture Tour of Melbourne and discover some amazing architectural styles from the 1850s to the present day.
You will see buildings that are incredibly symbolic to ones that have sustainability at the core of their design.
Duration: 2 hours.

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Melbourne from a unique perspective! Get to know Melbourne on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all!

Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Melbourne at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Chinatown, Block Arcade, National Gallery of Victoria and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included.

Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
Duration: 3 hours.

This is our family friendly tour. This introductory walking tour has been designed to be suitable for the whole family and a great opportunity to enjoy chocolate and learn more about the Melbourne Chocolate scene.

Explore the sweeter side of Melbourne CBD
Join your local tour guide on a chocolate walking tour where we enjoy different tastes of milk and dark chocolate, learning the stories behind their makers as well as discovering some of the city’s laneways and arcades.
Duration: 2 hours 5 minutes.

Discover Melbourne from a different perspective on a self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights.

- Solve interesting puzzles, have fun and learn new things about the city
- Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace
- Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.
- Enjoy the tour in English
Duration: 2 hours.

-This is a self-guided tour using a smartphone app
-Discover the haunted streets, iconic landmarks and hidden laneways of Melbourne
-Learn about the curses and spells of Melbourne
-Visit Flinders Street Station, Hosier Lane (Graffiti Alley), Her Majesty's Theatre
-Hotel Windsor, Parliament House, Chinatown. and many more scary places.

Duration: 2 hours.

If you are looking for a memorable day tour from Melbourne, you have plenty of options to choose from.
The listed destinations are examples only. There are many more!
Choose what you most like to experience in or from Melbourne, whether a close animal contact, or a vivid view over the splendid 12 Apostles giants, or a fun wine tasting in beautiful country vineyards, or even a mixture of metro adventures in Melbourne CBD (historical and cultural visits, characteristic shopping, laneway walking and fine coffee/food tasting, street art seeing…).
You pick and pack, we make it together! Absolutely at your own decision while our experienced staff will provide information and advice. Even do not need a concrete idea when booking but only tell us the date and time to spend. Most valuable private tour ever!
This is for 8 hours charter. Extra hours will be charged at hourly rate.
Full refund for cancellation if you can not make it(refer to our policy)
Duration: 4 to 8 hours.

4 Hour Tour

Tour includes:
• Local Melbourne Tour Guide
• Private luxury vehicle
• Complimentary bottled water
• Custom and private tour for up to 7 passengers
Duration: 4 hours.

5 Stars on Trip Advisor!

Tour includes:
• Local Melbourne Tour Guide
• 8 hour tour
Admission to Moonlit Wildlife Sanctuary
• Luxury vehicle
• Complimentary bottled water
• Custom and private tour for up to 7 passengers

Duration: 8 hours.

With its Victorian architecture, stunning gardens and edgy bar, culinary, fashion and live music scenes, Melbourne is an obvious start to any visit to Victoria. Its iconic laneways and alleys are home to some of the city’s best cafes, bars, boutiques and galleries. Explore these with your local guide, getting a real insight into what makes this cosmopolitan city tick.
Duration: 4 hours.

See Melbourne through the eyes of a local! Discover what makes Melbourne tick as we explore the city on foot, visiting major landmarks and hidden gems.

Your tour may include highlights such as:
* Flinders St Station
* Bourke St Mall
* Historic arcades and laneways
* Cafes and restaurants
* Federation Square
* The Yarra River and Birrarung Mar
* Street art filled laneways
* The Theatre District
* Old Treasury Building and Parliament
* Chinatown
* Manchester Unity Building
* Melbourne Town Hall
* State Library
* Ned Kelly’s armour
* Queen Victoria Market (when open)

We’ll also take time to grab a coffee at one of the city’s most iconic cafes and sample some local food.

While we walk, we’ll talk about Melbourne’s history, it’s sporting culture, great places to eat and fun things to do as well as funny and quirky stories that even many locals don’t know.

PLEASE NOTE: A minimum booking of 2 guests is required for this tour.
Duration: 3 hours.

On this easy walking tour, you get great value - learning about Melbourne's history AND getting a professional photo shoot of yourself in one experience.

This tour is for visitors and locals alike; and is a great opportunity if you have guests visiting and want to buy them a unique experience.

Your guide is a professional photographer and local guide with intimate knowledge of Melbourne.

On this tour, I will show you stunning architecture, narrate little-known stories of the colorful, brave, and notorious characters that made Melbourne the richest city in the world in the 1880s, and show you old photos and drawings to illustrate what Melbourne was like in the 1800s.

Finally, I will shoot professional photographs of you in front of Melbourne's most iconic buildings and views.

Within 48 hours of the end of the tour, you will receive high-resolution edited images to download.

Additionally, young people below 15 years old can come along for FREE when accompanied by adults.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Unique Waterbike Experience: Glide atop the Yarra River on our state-of-the-art waterbikes. Unlike any other boat or kayak tour, our waterbikes offer an intimate, immersive experience that keeps you close to the water while ensuring a dry and comfortable ride.

Captivating Twilight Views: Revel in the magical transformation of Melbourne's skyline as day turns to night. The shimmering reflections on the Yarra during twilight provide a picturesque backdrop that's unmatched.

Natural and Urban Blend: Our tour takes you through the heart of Melbourne, giving you a blend of the city's architectural wonders and the serene beauty of its natural habitats. It's the best of both worlds!

Eco-Friendly Adventure: We're proud of our sustainable waterbikes. Not only do they provide a zero-emission way to explore, but their quiet operation ensures minimal disturbance to the river's ecosystem.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

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.
Duration: 1 to 3 hours.

Trixity offers a series of trails which are not only sightseeing experiences around some of Australia’s most beautiful cities but we will also give your brain a work-out on the way round.

You will guide yourself on your smart device along the trail solving clues as you go - get the answer correct and we send you the next clue – easy! There are ‘Help’ & ‘Hint’ options if you get stuck and of course you can use your device to look things up if required.

We think this is an excellent way to spend 2-3 hours discovering the city you live in, work in, play in. See our website for more details.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Join us on an exclusively private 'Highlights Tour' to explore the beautiful Great Ocean Road (and optional city tour) and all that it has to offer, in your own personal vehicle together with an experienced driver / tour guide.

We are experts on The Great Ocean Road, focussing on ONLY this area.

We visit all the main hot spots such as the world famous 12 Apostles, plus other must-see attractions including Maits Rest and Great Otway National Park. Stay overnight in the beautiful coastal township of Apollo Bay before a visit to the Twelve Apostles.

Tour departs Melbourne 10:00am. Returns back to Melbourne on the following day at 4pm.

All our vehicles are comfy air conditioned, with privacy shades, UV tinted glass, USB charging port. Plus free wifi & bottled water.

*We also offer an upgrade with an Optional 2 hour walking tour of Melbourne CBD

Duration: 2 days.

On this private guided tour of Melbourne you will enjoy a more tailored experience and, as it is by bicycle, visit places inaccessible to tour buses. Pedal through the city in the company of a guide who takes you to the top sites, as well as a few of their best-loved hidden gems.
Duration: 3 hours.

Melbourne is a beautiful city and is even more beautiful at night with so floodlit buildings.

This tour is designed for the people who are busy during the day and would like to see the city

This unique tour will give a visitor a night overview of Melbourne and surrounds.
Flexible to take in your interests and can digress to take in additional items of interest.

This tour is also available during the day at times to suit you .

Review received:
I have had private tours in over 50 cities and this tour has been the most fantastic one to date! Errol is the most knowledgeable tour guide I have met, he is kind, considerate and his knowledge and love for Melbourne is beyond expectation. His car is luxurious with a huge sun roof that allowed us almost a 180 degree view. In a short time he provided me an experience of Melbourne that had me see why it is always voted the most liveable city in the world.

Duration: 4 hours.

Embark on a delightful journey through Melbourne’s vibrant cityscape on this family-friendly walking tour. Experience the charm of Melbourne’s famous laneways, marvel at the city’s innovative architecture, and immerse yourself in its rich history and culture. Let your knowledgeable guide lead the way as you encounter the city’s best-kept secrets, explore world-class art galleries, and visit renowned landmarks. Let the aroma of freshly brewed coffee guide you to hidden cafes, and feel the pulse of this incredible city. This tour promises a memorable and enriching Melbourne adventure for the whole family.
Duration: 3 hours.

Melbourne 3 days small group tour with
First day,amazing Melbourne City Walk, you will sightseeing most of the characteristic ancient buildings in Melbourne's urban area and the urban scenery that perfectly blends old and new buildings.
Of course and enjoy Melbourne’s world-famous coffee culture.
Second day Explore the spectacular coastal views along the Great Ocean Road
and last day witness the Penguin Parade from the tiered seating of general viewing grandstands directly overlooking floodlit Summerland Beach,visit Maru Koala and Animal Park and you can feed our local animals here.
Group Size is small as 9 people guarantee.
Duration: 3 days.

There's always more to a place than first meets the eye. My tours aim to bring you on a journey to the very core of what makes every place unique—the people, the stories, and the local culture. On this tour of Melbourne, my goal is for you to experience the unique beauty and diverse culture of Melbourne, from glorious gold history, magnificent architecture, laneways, and street arts to gorgeous gardens.

A winding boardwalk along the Yarra River. Narrow backstreets are colored with graffiti. Melbourne sits at the intersection of the historic and the contemporary, sophistication and creativity. Australia's second-biggest city was built on hard work and gold during the 19th century. Today, Melbourne is an eclectic melting pot shaped by international influences and is Australia's thriving hub for culture, gastronomy, and art.
Duration: 4 hours.

This private 6 hour walking tour with an experienced Licensed tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Melbourne!

Melbourne, Australia’s cultural capital, is a city that captivates with its vibrant arts scene, diverse cuisine, and iconic landmarks. Whether it's exploring the world-class street art in laneways like Hosier Lane, visiting the majestic Royal Botanic Gardens, or enjoying panoramic views from the Eureka Skydeck, Melbourne offers a unique blend of modern attractions and historic charm. The city's multicultural food scene, bustling markets, and festivals create an unforgettable experience. Plus, with its scenic coastline, urban parks, and proximity to natural wonders like the Great Ocean Road, Melbourne is perfect for both city explorers and nature lovers.
Duration: 6 hours.