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English Melbourne Walking Tour

Take a 2-hour tour of Melbourne’s historic CBD and see the key sights, hear fascinating stories, and discover some hidden details. Starting at Federation Square, your guide will take you through the streets of Melbourne & it's brilliant alleyways, hearing the unique stories about Australia's best city. Starting at Federation Square, your guide will take you through the streets of Melbourne & it's brilliant alleyways. One of Melbourne’s only locally owned and operated tour companies, this tour promises to offer stories unheard of anywhere else and an insightful experience. Rated Oceania's "Best Walking Tour" of 2024, we can promise you’ll walk away learning a lot and with a smile on your face. Please note: You will be joining a larger group booking from a range of platforms, some of these being 'pay-as-you-feel' sites. Booking costs for this tour are set at our average 'tip-per-person' from our pay-as-you-feel tour.

English Melbourne Walking Tour

Free Cancellation
2 hours

Melbourne: Progressive Dinner Tour - Chinatown, Laneways & Drink

Melbourne: Progressive Dinner Tour - Chinatown, Laneways & Drink

Free Cancellation
3 hours

Old Stories of Melbourne's Chinatown

Come on an amazing trip back in time to Melbourne's Chinatown from c.1850s to the 1950s. Receive a free tour booklet with images of the characters discussed, original police-drawn crime maps, confiscated gambling paraphernalia and other evidence from 100+ years ago. Hear the stories of police raids for opium, illegal gambling, and other lawbreaking activities. Hear stories of blackmail, gang war, and police corruption. Your tour guide has been researching Melbourne's Chinatown via the original police files for over 15 years and delivers the old stories from original source material. Opium, gambling, speakeasies, blackmail, riots, police corruption.

Old Stories of Melbourne's Chinatown

Free Cancellation
2 hours

Melbourne Dumpling Walking Tour

Get a taste of Melbourne’s cultural diversity on this culinary walking tour through the city’s Chinatown. Explore this vibrant neighborhood with a local guide and stop in at authentic eateries to taste delectable dumplings. Learn about the history of Chinese cuisine and how it gets a distinct Melbournian twist. Compare notes on your favorite dumplings with other members of your small group, which is limited to 10 people for a more personalized experience.

Melbourne Dumpling Walking Tour

Free Cancellation
3 hours

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Melbourne Sightseeing Tour in Small Group

Explore Melbourne’s vibrant heart, Victoria’s diverse capital, with an unforgettable city tour. This city tour of Melbourne showcases the city's exceptional highlights in one personalised experience. Your sightseeing Melbourne tour makes the most of your time, revealing Melbourne at its most beautiful. Whether you’re here for a Melbourne half-day city tour or just passing through and want to get a flavour of this stylish city, join us on this sightseeing tour of Melbourne.

Melbourne Sightseeing Tour in Small Group

Free Cancellation
5 hours 30 minutes

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. This is a great ride for everyone being 95% off roads on safe bike paths and parks. You get a great orientation of Melbourne and surrounding suburbs and discover key landmarks that make this one of the worlds most liveable cities year after year. Whether you’re new to this great city or have lived here your entire life, you will be guaranteed to learn all facets of Melbourne in this one all-encompassing tour: Melbourne’s “founding”, the Aboriginals, the Eureka Stockade, our war history, the significance of sport and much more. We also include a stop in Fitzroy at one of our favorite cafes for lunch! (Please bring some extra cash for lunch.)

Electric Bike Tour of Melbourne

Free Cancellation
4 hours

The Best of Melbourne Bike Tour

Take in Melbourne’s hidden gems and iconic sights on a leisurely bike tour. Travel with an expert local guide who shares the details of the city’s beginnings and Aboriginal history. Gain insight into modern Melbourne’s culture and stop to purchase lunch in Fitzroy. Your guide ensures the group’s safety while providing an entertaining and informative spin through Melbourne on two wheels.

The Best of Melbourne Bike Tour

Free Cancellation
4 hours 30 minutes

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Private Melbourne’s History with a Drink Tour

Private Melbourne’s History with a Drink Tour

Free Cancellation
3 hours

Price varies by group size

An Epic Scavenger Hunt Marvelous Melbourne Extravaganza

Join us for an exhilarating journey through the vibrant Downtown neighborhood of Melbourne, where hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and historical treasures await your discovery. Picture yourself wandering through Melbourne's bustling streets when suddenly, you stumble upon a group of Skinny Men. No, it's not a mirage – it's one of the exciting stops on our Melbourne, Victoria adventure hunt! From there, we'll whisk you away to the majestic State Library Victoria, where knowledge awaits at every corner. But don't worry – we've also planned plenty of laughter as you explore Chinatown and marvel at the grandeur of Princess Theatre. Please note that this is a self-guided private tour so you can start at any time and at your own pace.

An Epic Scavenger Hunt Marvelous Melbourne Extravaganza

2 hours

Melbourne City Private Walking Tour

Maximize your time in Melbourne with a private walking tour designed to show you the city’s essential sights in one efficient morning or afternoon. We’ve distilled 15 years of local expertise into a set route that covers the "must-sees": from the gritty tales of the Old Melbourne Gaol to the opulent 19th-century architecture of the Block Arcade and much more. Because this is a private experience, you get the guide all to yourself for questions and local tips without the "bespoke" price tag. Perfect for first-time visitors who want a high-quality, local perspective on the world's most livable city.

Melbourne City Private Walking Tour

Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes

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Melbourne History Walk with Bar Stops & Local Stories

Raise a glass to Melbourne's history while bar-hopping among some of the area's best watering holes, without worrying about navigating. Hear tales of the Gold Rush, rebellions, royals, and Olympians while a fun-loving guide shows you how locals unwind. Visit a range of venues—from a typical Aussie pub, a hidden speakeasy, or a cozy wine bar—for a safe and social way to partake in Melbourne's famous bar scene while meeting fellow travelers.

Melbourne History Walk with Bar Stops & Local Stories

Free Cancellation
3 hours

Price varies by group size

Likely to Sell Out

Melbourne Discovery Experience Private Tour

Explore the vibrant city of Melbourne on this dynamic tour that showcases the city's cultural diversity, artistic flair, and culinary delights. Wander through the bustling laneways adorned with colorful street art, discover hidden gems in the city's eclectic neighborhoods, and immerse yourself in the rich history and architecture of iconic landmarks like Federation Square and Flinders Street Station. Indulge your taste buds with a gastronomic journey through Melbourne's renowned dining scene, from trendy cafes to world-class restaurants. Experience the city's lively atmosphere as you mingle with locals in bustling markets and vibrant nightlife hotspots. Whether you're a culture vulture, a foodie, or an urban explorer, Melbourne has something to offer for everyone on this unforgettable tour.

Melbourne Discovery Experience Private Tour

Free Cancellation
3 hours

Price varies by group size

Private Bespoke Melbourne Walking Tour - Expert Local Guide

Private Bespoke Melbourne Walking Tour - Expert Local Guide

Free Cancellation
3 hours

What are people saying about Melbourne Chinatown

Melbourne Dumpling Walking Tour

Kathleen_M, Apr 2025

Dave was great

Dave our tour guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable and made sure we were aware of all food ingredients

Melbourne Dumpling Walking Tour

Kyle_L, Dec 2024

Excellent tour. Dumplings...

Excellent tour. Dumplings were outstanding as was our tour guide Chev. Tons of fun facts about MEL and well thought out stops

Melbourne Dumpling Walking Tour

Deepa_S, Jul 2024

Love ❤️ dumplings

Our tour guide Chev was very knowledgeable and took us to some really nice dumpling places. She introduced us to a variety of dumplings while introducing us to the history of these dumpling places in Melbourne. Had a really great night out.

Melbourne Dumpling Walking Tour

Lesley_C, Jun 2024

Lots of food and fun

It was such an odd but fascinating way to see Melbourne food culture. I learned a lot and we ate so much!!

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Melbourne Chinatown

Chinatown's parade dragon comes out for the Chinese New Year and Moomba Festival (Melbourne's annual Labor Day festival in March) celebrations; at other times of the year, you can see it at the Museum of Chinese Australian History in Cohen Place from 10am to 4pm.
Several hotels, including Punthill Little Bourke and Mantra on Russell, are in the Chinatown area.
Four shopping malls in the Chinatown area contain fashion boutiques, upscale retailers, and practical shops for daily living such as Chemist Warehouse, Kmart, Daiso, banks, and beauty salons.

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