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First Time in Melbourne: What to See & Do

Laneway coffee, gallery afternoons, Great Ocean Road sunsets a day trip away. The essential first-timer's hit list for Melbourne — the tours, tickets and experiences worth your limited days, all bookable in one place.

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1h

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.

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From $25 a person
Eureka Skydeck 88
1h to 2h

Melbourne Skydeck General Admission Ticket

Experience Melbourne from the dizzying heights of Melbourne Skydeck, which boasts spectacular 360-degree views of the city.

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From $22 a person
Marvel at the ever-changing street art gallery that makes Melbourne's laneways world-famous
3h

Ultimate Melbourne Walking Tour: History, Laneways & Culture

Experience authentic Melbourne on this 3-hour walking tour with a passionate local guide who unlocks the city's secrets, including complimentary coffee and pub drink (or morning...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $91 a person
1h

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.

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From $28 a person
Twelve Apostles
12h

Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour - Max 12 Guests

HIGHLIGHTS: Are you the kind of person that enjoys losing your breath sometimes? Are you ready for the beauty of this storm-carved coastline? If you said yes, you're ready to...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $98 a person
3h

Melbourne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Walking Tour

The Best Way to Discover Melbourne: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour.

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From $3 a person
4h

Electric Bike Tour of Melbourne

Join us on our Classic Melbourne City Bike Tour with the added boost of E bikes, it is a 4 hour relaxing bicycle ride around Melbourne.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $98 a person
Discover incredible views of the 12 Apostles, located on the Great Ocean Road.
13h

Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles & Rainforest Walk with Morning Tea

Travel along the world-famous Great Ocean Road on an unforgettable day trip from Melbourne, packed with iconic sights and hidden coastal gems.

  • 4.6★ · 553 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $102 a person
2h to 3h

MCG Tour & Australian Sports Museum

Experience the tradition and heritage of the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Free cancellation
From $35 a person
4h 30m

The Best of Melbourne Bike Tour

See the the iconic sights of Melbourne while discovering it's vast history as you join this small-group bike tour.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $91 a person
Sea Life Sydney
720h to 1440h

Sydney Attractions Pass: SEA LIFE Aquarium, Sydney Tower Eye, WILD LIFE Zoo and Madame Tussauds

Visit your choice of two, three or four of Sydney’s most popular attractions at your own pace with this Sydney combo pass.

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From $35 a person
View of South side of the Shrine
45 min

Shrine of Remembrance Cultural Guided Tour in Melbourne

Delve deeper into the Shrine by joining a 45-minute tour, led by an expert guide.

  • 4.9★ · 62 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $18 a person
2h

Highlights of Melbourne Cruise

Cruise the Yarra River and admire Melbourne's spectacular skyline on a two hour narrated city cruise.

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From $54 a person
72h

Melbourne City Card (3 Days): Visit Unlimited Attractions!

Melbourne City Card gives Free Admission to Unlimited Attractions in and around Melbourne, Special Savings(Discounts) on Premium Activities & Adventure Sports, Exclusive deals at...

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From $190 a person
3h

Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour

From haunted graveyards to Jack The Ripper, Melbourne's scary past comes to light on this ghost and murder tour of the CBD.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $53 a person
4h

Half-Day Private Melbourne Tour: Highlights, laneways & beaches

Discover Melbourne your way on a private half-day, six-hour or full-day tour.

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From $177 a person
50 min

City Highlights Express Cruise

The City Highlights Express Cruise offers a swift and scenic way to experience Melbourne's iconic landmarks from the Yarra River.

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From $21 a person
2h

Melbourne Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

Laneway art, a grand old station and a street named for a rock band — Melbourne hides its best stories between the grid lines.

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From $4 a person
Yarra Valley Daily Public Group Wine Tour
8h

Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour

WE HAVE THOUSANDS OF FIVE STAR REVIEWS!

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Bestseller
From $92 a person
5h 30m

Melbourne Sightseeing Tour in Small Group

Explore Melbourne’s vibrant heart, Victoria’s diverse capital, with an unforgettable city tour.

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From $63 a person
2h

Melbourne Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

Most travelers think they’ve seen Melbourne after strolling its laneways and famous streets.

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From $32 a person
4h

Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast)

Ballooning over Melbourne, a once in a lifetime experience.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $364 a person
Melbourne's secret laneways... on Melbourne By Bike's famous city tour.
4h 30m

Famous Melbourne City Bike Tour

Why walk when you can ride the sights?

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $99 a person
3h

Melbourne Foodie Discovery Walking Tour with 7 Food Tastings

Melbourne is a mecca for food with an eating culture bordering on the obsessive.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $98 a person