Fact: Victoria was nearly called Batmania. That it wasn’t remains a bit of a pity – that would’ve been way cool. As it is though, Melbourne’s still a pretty cool place. It's got cosy pubs and sultry clubs, eclectic shopping and world-class street art, galleries galore, exceptional eating, late night live music and what is actually the world's best coffee (yes, you can quote us on that).
One of Melbourne’s best qualities is how easily it can be navigated. While the Melbourne metropolitan area is downright massive, the city and its inner suburbs are well connected by public transport and bike paths. St. Kilda’s beachy vibe and little penguin colony is only a tram ride from Fitzroy’s beatnik bars; Chapel Street’s myriad fashion outlets but a short stroll from the peace and quiet of the Royal Botanic Gardens. Which side of the river’s the best? We’ll let you make the call on that one…
Tours to Melbourne
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Tours from Melbourne
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Day tours in Melbourne
Moonlight Kayak Tour
Soak up Melbourne's evening attractions from the water on a kayaking tour along Southbank. Paddle past riverside bars, drift beneath bridges and enjoy a dinner of fish and chips afloat. This Melbourne tour is the perfect combo of action and indulgence.
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Bike About Tour
Biking in Melbourne is so hot right now, what with all the bike lanes, cycling paths and flat terrain. Join the cool kids on this two-wheeled tour that’ll score you front seat views of a city recently voted one of the world’s bike-friendliest.
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City Sights Kayak Tour
Score the best view in town on this Melbourne tour that trades the pedestrian traffic for sea level cruising. Kayaking down the Yarra is your chance to appreciate Melbourne’s iconic attractions without needing to sidestep people, cars and trams.
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In Focus: Untold Abbotsford
Situated on Melbourne inner eastern fringe, Abbotsford is where the city begins giving way to the ‘burbs. Formerly Melbourne’s industrial hub, the suburb is now a charming mix of quiet, leafy streets, remodeled warehouses, scenic riverside trails and some pretty novel social enterprise start-ups.
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South Melbourne market adventure
Get out of the city centre and explore Melbourne as a local! South Melbourne is a buzzing, colourful market village with soul. It’s the city’s coffee central and the place for all things food, heritage, and culture. Go behind the scenes, taste the food, meet the vendors, and discover local culture and history.
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