Walking & Biking Tours in Melbourne

Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles & Rainforest Walk with Morning Tea (opens in a new tab)

555 13 h

Travel along the world-famous Great Ocean Road on an unforgettable day trip from Melbourne, packed with iconic sights and hidden coastal gems. This legendary stretch of road is renowned for its dramatic scenery, surf beaches, native wildlife, lush rainforests, and powerful Southern Ocean views. Spot wild koalas in their natural habitat, wander beneath towering trees, and soak up the relaxed coastal vibe in charming seaside towns like Apollo Bay. Discover the rugged beauty of the Shipwreck Coast, explore the stunning Loch Ard Gorge, and take in sweeping ocean views from the very best lookouts within Port Campbell National Park. With time to enjoy beautiful beaches, short walks, and photo stops along the way, this experience offers the perfect balance of must-see highlights and immersive exploration—making it an ideal choice for travellers wanting to see more than just the postcards.

Melbourne to the Great Ocean Road & Grampians 3 Day Original Tour (opens in a new tab)

51 3 days

Join our 3 day Ocean to Mountains tour from Melbourne showcasing all the secrets of the Great Ocean Road and Grampians. Journey along the heritage listed Great Ocean Road which spans 180km from Torquay to the 12 Apostles. Have ample time to stop at stunning lookouts, explore quaint townships, walk through ancient rainforests on your way to the awe inspiring 12 Apostles coastlines. After an incredible day along the Great Ocean Road you will stay in Warrnambool. Next day you will visit Tower Hill National Park an extinct volcano, rich in Aboriginal history and an abundance of wildlife. Later we hike up to the iconic Pinnacles and get an amazing view of the Grampians at the top before travelling into the heart of the Grampians National Park and overnight in Halls Gap. The next morning you will explore the Grampians National Park seeing the sweeping mountainous views & waterfalls before returning back to Melbourne.

Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge & lunch - Melbourne (opens in a new tab)

664 13 h

The Great Ocean Road is travelled by more than 3.5million visitors each year. We have designed this Reverse Great Ocean Road Tour to avoid the crowds at peak times and to also allow our guests to see the awe inspiring 12 Apostles in the morning sun light which brightly illuminates this incredible rock formation. Journey along the entire Great Ocean Road stopping to walk through an ancient rainforest, explore quaint seaside villages, encounter wild Koalas and see the many incredible cliff top lookouts along the way.

BACCHUS MARSH: Eynesbury Homestead Dinner and Ghost Tour (opens in a new tab)

2 3 h 30 min

Discover the grand country home of the Staughton family, Eynesbury Homestead. Enjoy dinner in the beautiful homestead before setting forth into the inky-black night on an award winning ghost tour. Peel away the veneer of British grandeur, polo ponies and Pimms to discover lavish parties, obsessions with crystal gazers, murder, betrayal and what lies beneath the old bluestone men’s quarters. Discover the haunted lake, eerie stables, abandoned meat room, servants quarters and dark and dangerous nooks, crannies and stories of this fascinating 20,000 acre heritage property only 40 minutes from Melbourne. Book now..if you dare! There is a beautiful, fully licensed restaurant onsite where you have a gift certificate of $30pp to spend on food and beverage before your tour. Choose from menu on the night. Your tour commences outside, on the front porch of Eynesbury Homestead, overlooking the garden.  Tours run the third Friday of each month.

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Melbourne Sports Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

42 2 h

Starting from the heart of the city we walk along the Yarra River into Melbourne's world famous sporting precinct exploring over 150 years of sports history ranging from the Olympics, cricket, Australian football, rugby, tennis through to horseracing, F1, surfing and golf.

Melbourne Street Art Tour (opens in a new tab)

400 3 h 5 min

Melbourne Street Art Tours showcase the best of Melbourne's laneways and street art. As the tours are run entirely by street artists, they offer an authentic view into this underground art scene. Learn all about the stories behind the artists and the works, finishing up at the famous Blender Studios where you are treated to a cheese platter and drinks and have the opportunity to meet the studio artists.

Melbourne Food Tour Hidden Laneways: History & Progressive Lunch (opens in a new tab)

58 4 h

Discover why Melbourne is crowned the culinary capital of Australia. Leave the tourist traps behind and step inside the city’s rich, multicultural history on this 4-hour progressive lunch walking tour. Led by an expert local guide, you’ll taste your way through the stories of the immigrant communities that shaped the city's iconic food scene.

Melbourne Sports Experience + MCG Tour Combo (opens in a new tab)

165 3 h 30 min

Starting from the heart of the city we walk along the Yarra River into Melbourne's world famous sporting precinct exploring over 150 years of sports history ranging from the Olympics, cricket, Australian football, rugby, tennis through to horseracing, F1, surfing and golf. We finish with a guided tour inside the MCG, visiting behind the scenes locations such as the players change rooms, the famous Long Room and the media centre.

Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

213 3 h

From haunted graveyards to Jack The Ripper, Melbourne's scary past comes to light on this ghost and murder tour of the CBD. Join us as we explore Melbourne's scary side while visiting three of her best kept bar secrets. Discover three amazing laneway bars, and take part in a pub quiz at bar 2 for your chance to win a prize! Photos of your tour can also be provided at no extra charge.

2-Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour via Great Ocean Road Grampians (opens in a new tab)

29 2 days

Experience the ultimate 2-day adventure from Melbourne to Adelaide, showcasing the iconic Great Ocean Road and the spectacular Grampians National Park. Travel the heritage-listed coastal route, stopping at scenic lookouts, charming towns, and ancient rainforests on your way to the breathtaking 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. After a day of natural wonders, head inland to the heart of the Grampians and overnight in Halls Gap. The next morning, explore rugged mountain landscapes with visits to Reeds Lookout, The Balconies, MacKenzie Falls, and scenic walking trails. Encounter native wildlife, soak in panoramic views, and finish your journey through regional Victoria into South Australia, arriving in Adelaide by evening.

Melbourne Historical Walking Tour: Crime, Gangsters & Lolly Shops (opens in a new tab)

154 2 h

Take a walk through downtown Melbourne and learn of an era in which there was much more on offer at the local confectionery store than just lollies and soft drinks. Explore Melbourne’s underworld c.1870’s to 1930’s, an era in which Melbourne’s downtown slum district, ‘Little Lon’, was mostly run by women. Learn about the battle for supremacy, madams who stood their ground against well-known gangsters such as Squizzy Taylor, and an all-female crime syndicate known as ‘The Combine’. Stop outside buildings which were once brothels and sly grog shops (speak easies), and hear the stories of what occurred within their walls and on the streets and laneways around them. Shootings, bombings, bashings, brothels, robberies, opium, cocaine and sly grog (speak easies). The tour is designed and delivered by writer and historian, Michael Shelford.

Melbourne Sports Precinct Walk with Behind-the-Scenes MCG Tour (opens in a new tab)

5 3 h 45 min

Embark on an exploration of Melbourne’s sporting culture, following a path originally designed to welcome guests to the 2006 Commonwealth Games, leading to the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. Enjoy a behind the scenes tour of this legendary stadium, with access to change-rooms, media areas, and even onto the ground itself. Leaving the MCG behind, you'll uncover a series of Melbourne's major sporting venues, including the home of the Australian Open Tennis Championships, the headquarters of Melbourne Storm, Melbourne Victory and Melbourne Rebels, spectacular AAMI Stadium, historic Olympic Park and a visit to the home turf for two Aussie Rules giants, Richmond Football Club and Collingwood Football Club, where rivalries run deep. As you wind your way back along the Yarra River, pass more sporting grounds, statues and rowing clubs. This captivating journey seamlessly blends Melbourne's sporting passion with its stunning urban landscape, ensuring a memorable experience for all.

History & Culture: Women's History Tour of the Abbotsford Convent (opens in a new tab)

3 2 h

The Abbotsford Convent now thrives as a hub of art, culture and learning, but it has a hidden history most people - Melbournians and tourists alike - don’t know about. Step off the beaten track with She Shapes History and uncover the secret history of the Abbotsford Convent - once the largest charitable institution in the Southern Hemisphere. Home to one of the few remaining infamous Magdalen Laundries, this site once housed and fed up to 1000 women and children at its peak. Our passionate and knowledgeable local team worked with the Abbotsford Convent Foundation to bring these stories to life, and we promise you’ll leave with a unique and thought-provoking insight into how the Convent shaped lives, communities, and the country far beyond its gates. Important note: This tour is suitable for adults and children aged 15+ only. The tour includes discussion of grief, loss, trauma, neglect, abuse, sexism, racism, child labour, and institutionalisation.

Melbourne Pub Crawl (opens in a new tab)

89 5 h

Please note: due to many previous negative experiences WE NO LONGER ACCEPT BUCKS/HEN DOS on our main crawl. Depending on the date we may be able to arrange a private tour; please contact us for further details. Filled with back-street 'hidden' bars, cocktail venues as well as popping clubs and character-full pubs, Melbourne has a nightlife scene that matches its diverse city culture. Head out on this Melbourne Bar Crawl to discover the city’s go-to drinking dens and meet like-minded revelers at the same time. Speedy entry to select venues, and free shots are included.

Melbourne Art Deco Architecture Tour (opens in a new tab)

23 2 h

Discover Melbourne’s fascinating Art Deco architecture on this small-group, 2-hour walking tour. Learn about the history and culture of Melbourne while admiring fine examples of the city’s most famous Art Deco buildings, including the Manchester Unity Building and Majorca Building. Learn fascinating details about the tiles, patterns, and designs that were popular in the 1930s, and discover how the 1934 Centenary of Melbourne, as well as Mayan, Spanish, and Egyptian art, influenced the city’s architecture.

Badass Women of Melbourne: Women’s History Guided Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

18 2 h

This isn’t your average Melbourne walking tour. Join your passionate and knowledgeable local guides on an inspiring tour of Melbourne's secret women’s history. Walk with us through the heart of the city from Lonsdale Street, through Chinatown and past Parliament before finishing at Melbourne’s Town Hall. We’ll uncover the hidden history behind some of Melbourne’s most iconic landmarks, including the Princess Theatre, The Hotel Windsor and the Capitol, as well as some hidden gems including Casseldon Place, where the last cottage built in 1877 still remains, and the site of one of Melbourne’s most iconic queer cafes in the 1950s. This diverse, interesting and unique tour will leave you feeling empowered, entertained and inspired to learn more. This tour is perfect for first time visitors, seasoned Melbournians and interstate travellers alike. Together we'll uncover some incredible stories of history-shaping women and you might even make a few new friends along the way!

Melbourne Independent Laneway Bar Tour with Drink Included (opens in a new tab)

558 3 h 30 min

Melbourne is one of the world's great bar cities, and this tour shows you exactly why. Let a guide with genuine industry relationships take you to 4 independent, owner-operated bars you would never find on your own. Your guide hand-picks the route each night from a rotating list of hidden speakeasies, rooftop bars, secret cellar doors and laneway institutions, chosen to suit your group, the season and what's currently buzzing in Melbourne's bar scene. No two tours are the same. This tour runs mid to late afternoon, timed as the perfect lead-in to dinner. Bartenders have more time to chat, and bar owners often pop by to introduce their venue personally. Your first drink is included at the opening venue, and you'll leave with a personalised list of recommendations and a custom map. A genuinely small group, capped at 12 guests, with 553 reviews and a 4.9 rating, ahead of any comparable Melbourne bar tour.

Multicultural Markets Food Tour – Melbourne’s Global Tastes (opens in a new tab)

90 2 h 30 min

Melbourne is cultural melting pot with some, and on this tour, you’ll learn why the city has such a unique vibe. You’ll explore the history of its multicultural heritage by visiting some of the cities oldest markets, many of which are where the local residents still shop. Hear stories on how immigration has been a driving force in Melbourne, and taste a variety of local and international food’s that pair well with these stories. Learn how Melbourne evolved into a foodie destination as you chat with vendors at a range of ethnic eateries. You also get a kick of caffeine by indulging in some famous Melbourne Coffee. The experience is a great way to immersive in local society and discover the stories from its past.

Melbourne History Walk with Bar Stops & Local Stories (opens in a new tab)

83 3 h

Discover Melbourne/Naarm’s hidden past with a local guide, three unique bar stops, and stories you won’t find in guidebooks—where history meets great drinks and local flavour.

MELBOURNE: Ghosts of the Old City Williamstown (opens in a new tab)

3 2 h

Explore King William’s Town by lamp light—Victoria’s original capital, where history and hauntings go hand in hand. Once alive with drunken sailors, colourful ladies, and condemned convicts, this thriving seaport now whispers with the echoes of its past. Wander eerie alleyways, hidden laneways, and long-abandoned burial grounds. Step inside Victoria’s oldest morgue and stand beneath Australia’s haunting Timeball Tower—one of only a handful still operating in the world—as ghostly tales come to life. This is not just a tour—it’s a walk with the dead through the shadows of Australia’s most historic port.