Melbourne
Explore edgy and alternative Fitzroy and Carlton
Hidden Gems • 4 hours
5.0
(6)
Explore edgy and alternative Fitzroy and Carlton
Upcycled markets, unusual street art, eco-friendly sensibilities and the Aussie dolce vita.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Discover vibrant street art, artistic communities, vintage stores, concept shops, quirky cafes and hipster rooftop bars as you explore Fitzroy and Carlton
- Browse an outdoor market where everything is recycled, up-cycled or hand made by locals (or all of the above, probably)
- Try delicious food from an al fresco Italian restaurant, an organic cafe or pop up food market
- Discover where the most loud and proud street art is emblazoned on walls, floors and ceilings
- Stop by a coffee shop where organic and fair trade is the name of the game, a rooftop bar or a street side wine bar where tables spill out into the street
- Get tips and tricks from your host for other alternative things to do in the city, and other unique neighbourhoods to explore
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
3-hours in the city with a host
Private and personalised itinerary
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drink
Transport costs
Tickets to any attractions
Gratuities
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
You’ll join one of our local Melbourne hosts to head to Melbourne’s northern suburbs for a jaunt around its two trendiest neighborhoods: Fitzroy and Carlton. This is where all the cool kids come to play. But there’s more to life than hipsters, so let your host reveal the true personalities of these arty enclaves to you.
Experience the effervescent character of both neighborhoods as you wander the streets lined with bold street art and packed with vintage stores, quirky shops, hipster bars, and funky markets selling recycled upcycled and handmade goods.
Your host will take you to Carlton, with roots firmly grounded in the Italian heritage of its residents, where you can experience authentic Italian cuisine, rich culture, alfresco dining, and a taste of la dolce vita, Aussie style!
Then you will head on over to Fitzroy, where you will find vibrant and unusual street art emblazoned on every free wall, trendy concept stores which ooze creativity and style on seemingly every street, and a community-driven, eco-friendly outdoor market to explore.
With so many cool cafes and coffee shops, bars on rooftops and inside classic Victorian era shops, and eateries where organic and fair-trade produce features are on the menu, you’ll have a hard time deciding where to stop!
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Dan,
Mar 2025
It was the first time we had the opportunity to have a private tour customized based on our areas of interest. What a great idea to be sent a questionnaire prior to our trip, to help our guide plan it for us. Went for a three-hour tour on the day of our arrival in Melbourne after having traveled all the way from the east coast of USA. Our exceptional guide Rhonda kept us going and made the three hours feel too short. Highly recommended!
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David,
Mar 2025
We had Maeve as our tour guide, and she made our day. What a joy to spend a day like this. I thought the 8 hour tour might be a bit long, but with Maeve the day flew by, and anything less wouldn't have been enough. Thank you so much, Maeve for a fantastic experience.
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David,
Mar 2025
We had a wonderfully enjoyable day with Maeve. It couldn't have gone better. We signed up for an 8 hour tour, which on second thought is a bit long, but anything less wouldn't have been as much fun. I am so glad we got her for the full day. She made our trip unforgettable, and we would have missed so much of Melbourne if it weren't for her.
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Jane,
Mar 2025
Todays tour of all those places we would not have found , the knowledge gained was in valuable and loved every minute
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Andy,
Mar 2025
We had a great time. It was a pleasure to be shown around Melbourne by Ondrej.
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Yan Ping,
Mar 2025
She loves her city, very pleasant and showed us Melbourne with history, fun facts and lots of restaurants and stories behind it!!! Unbelievable experience and way above our expectations!!! Dr. Xu
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