Top Melbourne Nature Walks

Skip the trial and error of exploring Melbourne’s food scene and visit eateries you wouldn’t find on your own on this shared evening food tour. Follow your guide to hole-in-the-wall eateries around Melbourne, including in Chinatown and by the Yarra River. As you walk, explore the city’s laneways, including Hosier Lane with its popular street art.

Discover some of Australia’s most photographed landscapes on this full-day tour of the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne. Let someone else handle the driving and make plenty of view and rest stops, spot wild koalas along the way, and browse the shops in seaside towns like Apollo Bay. Enjoy a walk through Great Otway National Park, learn how the Shipwreck Coast earned its name, and marvel at the 12 Apostles and the pristine Loch Ard Gorge.

Take in the sights as you travel from Melbourne to Adelaide on a 2-day tour that features the highlights of the Great Ocean Road and the Grampians. Visit destinations such as Apollo Bay, the Twelve Apostles, and Loch Ard Gorge; look for koalas in the wild and explore the natural beauty and Aboriginal culture of Grampians National Park. Your tour includes overnight accommodation in the Grampians with breakfast, and transportation.

See the famous Twelve Apostles and hike through the lush forests of Great Otway National Park on a full-day tour from Melbourne. Reach the UNESCO-listed Twelve Apostles before the crowds. Continue to Great Otway National Park to hike, see beautiful waterfalls, observe local wildlife, and admire the ancient forests. On the return trip to the city, stop for an optional ice cream and look out for koalas, parrots, and kangaroos.

Travel one of the world’s most iconic coastal roads without having to drive yourself on this full-day tour. Dodge the crowds by driving the famous Great Ocean Road in reverse, stopping to view landmarks like Loch Ard Gorge and the 12 Apostles in the less-busy morning. After a light picnic lunch, hike through the Otway rainforest, look for koalas along the Kennett River, and enjoy dramatic views over Apollo Bay.

Experience the beauty, history, and tranquility of Melbourne with our self-guided Treasury & Fitzroy Gardens walking tour. Ideal for families, this gentle stroll takes you through lush lawns, past stunning floral displays, and introduces you to the park's iconic monuments and memorials, like Cook's Cottage, the Model Tudor Village, the Conservatory and Fairies Tree. Immerse yourself in a unique blend of history and adventure as you navigate through the gardens and solve intriguing challenges with clues along the way - that's exactly what you can expect from this self-guided digital walking tour in English. So grab your phone, download the Questo app, and get ready for an exciting adventure. The tour can be taken on any day or time - so you can change your plans as many times as you wish.

Avoid the crowds along the Great Ocean Road by traveling in the reverse direction from typical day trips. Depart early from Melbourne and head first to the Twelve Apostles to view the attraction in the morning light, before other tour groups arrive. Continue to landmarks such as Loch Ard Gorge and Melba Gully National Park and look for wild koalas in the eucalyptus forest. A light lunch is provided.

Embark on an unforgettable gastronomic journey through the vibrant streets of Melbourne, immersing yourself in the city's rich culinary tapestry. Your adventure begins with a leisurely stroll down the iconic Degraves Street, where captivating graffiti art adorns the walls, reflecting Melbourne's cultural vibrancy. As you venture into the historic Block Arcade, steeped in tradition and bustling with shoppers, prepare to indulge in Melbourne's signature homemade meat pies, each savory bite a celebration of the city's culinary heritage. Continue your culinary exploration at Emporium Melbourne, where the air is filled with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked Japanese puff pastry, a perfect fusion of traditional craftsmanship and modern Melbourne flair.

Experience the spectacular landscape and wildlife of Australia’s Great Ocean Road and Grampians National Park on a 2-day tour from Melbourne. Have more time over two days to look for koalas in the wild, visit picturesque seaside towns, stop at lookout points and beaches, and take nature walks in the rain forest. Destinations include Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and Gibsons Beach, with an overnight in the Grampians.

Discover Melbourne’s most haunted destinations and have a great time solving clues and piecing together puzzles with this self-guided digital walking tour. A great way to combine sightseeing and fun without having to sign up to an expensive tour or being beholden to a schedule, this app-based tour is entertaining and educational enough for visitors and locals alike to have a good time and learn something new.

Experience the Great Ocean Road’s top attractions on this guided excursion that follows the iconic road in reverse. Embark on your journey and beat the crowds while learning about the region’s scenic landscapes and pretty coastal towns from an informative guide. Visit sites including the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Apollo Bay, and Gibson Steps.

Take the scenic route from Melbourne to Adelaide with this 3-day tour through the Grampians and Great Ocean Road. See stunning coastline, favorite surf beaches, seaside towns, rainforest, rock formations, an extinct volcano, lava fields, and more. Check out local wildlife including koalas, kookaburras, kangaroos, wallabies, and whales. Enjoy an authentic Aussie barbeque before you arrive in Adelaide.

Join this 3-day ocean-to-mountains tour from Melbourne, exploring the Great Ocean Road and the Grampians without having to drive yourself. Visit stunning lookouts, ancient rainforests, and the Twelve Apostles along the famous road. Stay in Warrnambool, then explore Tower Hill National Park and hike to the Pinnacles. Stay overnight in Halls Gap, then discover the Grampians' views and waterfalls before returning to Melbourne. Accommodation and some meals are included.

You don’t need to rely on Victoria’s patchy public transport to see Phillip Island’s spectacular wildlife. This small-group tour, with a maximum of 11 passengers, collects and drops in a convenient central Melbourne location. See the kangaroos and koalas at Phillip Island Wildlife Park, visit Cowes village for refreshments (own expense), spot seals at The Nobbies Centre, and watch penguins returning to their nests at the Penguin Parade.

Discover the natural delights of Phillip Island with an eco-tour from Melbourne. See the iconic Brighton Beach bathing boxes, visit the beach and take some time to admire these historic landmarks. Head to the Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park for an up-close encounter with kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, and other native Australian wildlife. Finish the day at a local beach where you can watch hundreds of some of the world's tiniest penguins waddle out of the ocean and across the sand to their burrows.

Experience the Great Ocean Road in a relaxed small group, with an expert local guide bringing the journey to life through stories, local knowledge and insights along the way. Travel from Melbourne in comfort and discover some of Victoria’s most spectacular coastal scenery, from the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge to the rainforest of Great Otway National Park, with opportunities to spot wild koalas along the route.

Get a taste of Melbourne on a foodie walking tour of the 19th-century Queen Victoria Market. Enjoy a personalized experience with a guide and small group as you browse the myriad stalls and mingle with locals and vendors. Enjoy tastings of delicious seasonal delicacies, such as fresh seafood, grilled peppered kangaroo, local goat-milk cheese, fresh dips, and gelato. Bring your own drink bottle to refill at stations in the market.

Spot Aussie icons and exotic beasts on a thrilling family-friendly day out at the Serengeti-themed Werribee Open Range Zoo. Hop on an open-window bus for a safari tour and get up close to the wildlife. Then, explore the rest of the park on foot and at your leisure, visiting the different animal enclosures, enjoying zookeeper talks and presentations throughout the day, or making the most of the playgrounds.

The St Kilda Super Tour in Melbourne is the most comprehensive tour of St Kilda available. Learning and discovery is what this tour is about. The bayside suburb of St Kilda is one of Melbourne’s best tourist attractions. Many people know this, but they don't know why. This tour will show you why by immersing you in all that St Kilda has to offer - and that is a lot more than just the famous St Kilda Beach and Acland Street! This tour includes a guided exploration of many key locations in the area. Your experienced and knowledgable guide will provide details about the history and development of St Kilda, and how it has changed over the century. Many of the features of St Kilda today are a result of the specific circumstances of the past. As with all tours provided by 69 Tours, this is a private tour, which offers some room for flexibility, is never rushed, conducted in a relaxed, easy going fashion, by an experienced local guide. Experience Melbourne through the eyes of a local.

Experience the rugged beauty of the Grampians National Park in a relaxed small group, with an expert local guide bringing the region to life through stories, local knowledge and insights along the way. Travel from Melbourne in comfort and discover waterfalls, dramatic rock formations, sweeping mountain lookouts and native wildlife, from Silverband Falls and the Grand Canyon to The Balconies, Reeds Lookout and Boroka Lookout.

Discover and explore a beautiful and diverse natural environment, away from crowds, just over an hour from Melbourne. Our walks are designed for all age groups with a reasonable level of fitness. There is no hurry so you have time to enjoy the flora and fauna the Peninsula offers, and still have time to relax in the afternoons and enjoy the many attractions the region offers, from lying on the beach to hot springs and more.

Experience the tranquillity of Melbourne's Yarra River as you embark on a scenic nature trail walk. Beginning at the historic Flinders St Station, this tour offers a peaceful exploration of Melbourne's lush green spaces and cultural landmarks. Meander along the Yarra River, through the vibrant Melbourne Park, and the serene Royal Botanic Gardens. Enjoy panoramic views of the city from the Shrine of Remembrance, and marvel at historic sites like Victoria Barracks. The walk concludes with a visit to the renowned National Gallery of Victoria, providing a perfect blend of nature, history, and art.

Discover several sides to the Mornington Peninsula without worrying about navigating and the logistics on this private tour from Melbourne. Admire the bayside scenery at Brighton Beach and Dendy Street Beach, before heading to the Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park to see its collection of Australian wildlife. Finiish with a picnic lunch at the top of Arthurs Seat. This private tour has a limit of four travelers.