Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems • 8 hours 5.0 (6)

Must see Melbourne with a local

Vibrant neighbourhoods, thriving art scene and that laid-back Aussie lifestyle.

Melbourne can experience all four seasons in a single day, so make sure you pack or wear layers and a compact umbrella!

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Enjoy 8 hours with your specially selected host, who will show you some of the places which make Melbourne so remarkable
  • Experience what you want out of the city - the sights, the shopping, the communities, the beaches or the museums
  • Tick off your ‘must see’ famous sites in a day (if you have such a list) or let your host share with you the spots which they think are unmissable
  • Get a feel for those friendly, laid-back Aussie vibes as you take the experience at whatever pace you feel like
  • Get tips from your host (over a coffee or beer, perhaps) for the rest of your stay in Melbourne

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

A totally private and personalised experience
8 hours with a host
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 drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What 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 most

What you’ll do

Melbourne is a colorful hub thriving with cultural and artistic diversity - anyone who has visited this lively city will tell you that its vibrant energy is what gives this place its unique character. That, and its Antipodean coffee culture and penchant for craft brews. You’ll join one of our local Melbourne hosts to experience what makes Melbourne so unmissable - a tall order in just one day!

We know it’s not enough time to see all of the must-see spots, but you can try to squeeze in as much as possible.

Although really, it all comes down to what you think is unmissable - do you already have a list of spots you’ve been dying to visit, or would you like to leave it up to your host to share with you what they think is unmissable about their city?

Soak up the city's laid-back lifestyle, mingle with the locals, and plug into the energy of Melbourne. You could visit trendy neighborhoods in the northern suburbs, stroll through the CBD and see iconic architecture and historic spots along the Yarra River or let your host take the reins completely, we know they’ll always have a surprise or two up their sleeve!

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?

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories
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What travelers think of this experience

Judy Jan 2025

We had Ondrej as our guide. He’s very knowledgeable about Melbourne & very accommodating to our interests. Took photos, gave us restaurant recommendations & showed us special sites in Melbourne! Highly recommend him!

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Jackie May 2021

A really great walking tour. Donna was fantastic. She knew a lot about Melbourne and took us to all the places we wanted to see and some extra places. It was very interesting and we learnt a lot. Thank you Donna for a lovely experience.

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Debra Apr 2025

I enjoyed that it was a private tour tailored to our interests and our walking abilities

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Morgan Apr 2025

Ondrej was a great host and really tailored the experience to our interests. He gave us great tips on how to get around the city as well.

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Debra Apr 2025

We has a personal tour, tailored to our walking limitations. It was interesting, informative and varied. The guide was lovely. We both very much enjoyed it.

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Werner Apr 2025

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