Top Victoria Dining Experiences

Every neighborhood has its favorite local haunts, but it’s not easy for visitors to tap into the best insider eats. With this secret food tour, discover where those in the know dine in while learning about the neighborhood’s unique history and culture. Explore the area highlights on foot with your guide, stopping to sample a variety of popular dishes.

Spend an evening on the Yarra River during this Melbourne dinner cruise. As you admire the twinkling city lights reflecting on the water, enjoy a 4-course gourmet meal inclusive of beverages. This fine dining experience includes beer, wine, and spirits, as well as coffee, tea, dessert, port, and a cheese plate. Cruise past attractions like Federation Square and the Royal Botanic Gardens while soaking up the elegant and relaxing atmosphere of the boat.

Winery and olive grove, is a whole farm experience. We grow olives, grapes, herbs and veggies, hops and bush food as well as raise sheep and chooks to create a range of food and wine you’ll love! Food and wine packages, winery and olive grove on the Mornington Peninsula, are the ideal gift for any occasion. This farm picnic will certainly be Mornington Peninsula farm experience to remember. Our farm picnics are a delicious selection of grazing style food and wine to enjoy in the olive grove, paddock or beside the dam.

Head to Brown Brothers for the best brunch in the King Valley. Pairing Brown Brothers finest prosecco and a delicious array of gourmet goodies, including pastries, sweets, local artisan cheeses, and seasonal fruits, this private treat is the best way to start your morning. Served in the winery’s very own Prosecco Lounge, the brunch spread includes an opportunity to taste the entire range of Brown Brothers prosecco, along with tea or coffee.

Enjoy a romantic flight above the clouds on this hot air balloon trip over the scenic Yarra Valley. Drift over the rolling hills and valleys of the Yarra and snap memorable photos of the region’s sprawling wineries as the sun rises over the horizon. Afterward, toast to your morning adventure with a complimentary champagne breakfast at a classy local country club.

Set sail on the Spirit of Melbourne Lunch Cruise for an exquisite blend of flavors and views! Indulge in locally sourced dishes crafted by our skilled chefs as you glide along the Yarra River. With panoramic views of Melbourne's landmarks, every bite comes with a side of breathtaking scenery. Join us for an elegant dining experience that combines the freshest ingredients with the city's iconic sights.

Enjoy a 6-hour catamaran tour of The Prom. Sail to Wilsons Promontory National Park and marvel at humpback whales as they migrate south with their calves. See the historic lighthouse, Refuge Cove, and Waterloo Bay. This cruise includes morning tea and a delicious lunch. The boat features indoor and outdoor decks for passengers’ comfort.

Spend a day immersed in the animal kingdom at the Melbourne Zoo. Encounter native species including koalas, wombats, and kangaroos, and local Victorian species such as indigenous penguins and seals splash. Also admire mighty Asian pachyderms at the Trail of Elephants, elegant African zebras and giraffes in open-air habitats, the energetic primates at Lemur Island, an elevated orangutan exhibit, and more.

Discover the art of wine and cheese pairing at Petit Tracteur Bistro. This guided tasting explores how carefully curated wines and cheeses enhance each other’s flavours. Led by a knowledgeable host, you’ll enjoy four pairings—two white and two red wines from our award-winning winery—matched with select local and international cheeses. Each pairing showcases the nuances of our cool-climate wines and their ideal complements. Along the way, your host will share insights into our story, the Mornington Peninsula’s unique terroir, and key pairing principles, making this a relaxed yet enriching experience.

No trip to Melbourne is complete without a visit to the Shrine of Remembrance, a war memorial that honors Australian service and sacrifice in all wars. Join a guided tour to explore the monument, built after the First World War, and explore its rich history. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the design of the building and the lives of those it commemorates as you discover commemorative spaces and special exhibitions.

Discover Australia’s wildlife and wines on a full-day tour to Healesville Sanctuary and the Yarra Valley. Depart Melbourne and head to Healesville Sanctuary where you get close views of native animals such as kangaroos, koalas, and emus. Continue your scenic drive to the Yarra Valley and arrive at a vineyard for lunch accompanied by a glass of wine. Afterward, tour the winery before moving on to De Bortoli Winery for a wine and cheese tasting.

Discover the flavors of the Yarra Valley on this full-day wine tour from Melbourne. With all the logistics taken care of, it's a hassle-free way to explore beyond the city while also sampling some of the area's best produce. Enjoy guided tastings at four boutique and highly acclaimed wineries, and dine on a delicious two-course shared lunch with a glass of wine included. Round-off the day with a visit to an artisanal chocolate factory, with the option to purchase some sweet treats at the end. On select days, you also have the option to swap one winery experience for a craft gin distillery or local brewery tasting.

Tour the Mornington Peninsula, sample delicious wines, and learn about local wine production. Head to Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove, a beautiful family-owned estate know for its cool climate wines. Enjoy an educational wine tasting well suited to both novices and experts. Lunch on fresh seasonal ingredients in the Alfresco piazza and explore the estate’s sculpture garden before your tour concludes.

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.

Discover Melbourne's multicultural heritage with your taste buds on a walking food tour. Visit to the city’s most famous market, the Queen Victoria Market to see how residents shop, sampling delectable bites along the way. Learn how Melbourne evolved into a foodie destination as you chat with vendors and cooks at a range of ethnic eateries, and cap it off with a drink at a cozy pub.

A hot air balloon ride over Melbourne offers unprecedented views of the city’s attractions including the MCG, Shrine of Remembrance, and Albert Park. This early morning flight, which departs at dawn and includes a complimentary breakfast, elevates an already special experience to an unforgettable one. The perfect way to see the city for travelers looking for something unique and luxurious.

Discover the delicious wines and food of the Yarra Valley on a full-day tasting tour from Melbourne. Enjoy a guided tour of Domaine Chandon followed by a two-course lunch and glass of wine at Soumah. Continue to Squitchy Lane for award-winning wine tastings before concluding at Yering Farm with wine and cider tastings. You can also explore the grounds, shops, and art exhibits at the wineries during your tour.

Explore the Bellarine and Mornington peninsulas on a full-day tour from Melbourne that includes a boat cruise and gondola ride. Take in highlights including the Geelong Waterfront, Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, and the Bathing Boxes and have time to admire the views from Murrays Lookout and stop at a beachside brewery. Your tour includes a picnic lunch, bay cruise and round-trip transportation from Melbourne and stop at a beachside brewery. Your tour includes a picnic lunch, bay cruise and round-trip transportation from Melbourne.

The Grampians sit a few hours west of Melbourne, with waterfalls, lookouts, and wildlife spread across the park—hard to link by self-driving. Ride out in a small group with the route handled, stopping at the gold-rush town of Ballarat before a bushwalk to Silverband Falls. Watch for kangaroos at Halls Gap, hike to the Grand Canyon rock formation, and take in MacKenzie Falls before the return.

Come face-to-face with Australia’s wonderful wildlife at the Healesville Sanctuary. With your general entry ticket valid all day, spend as much time as you want exploring the zoo and admiring koalas, dingoes, wombats, wallabies, and kangaroos. Learn how Healesville was the first place in the world to breed a platypus in captivity, watch a spectacular display of birds of prey and parrots, and enjoy other talks and presentations.

Get out of busy Melbourne for the day and enjoy the rugged beauty of the Mornington Peninsula. Leaving the city behind, you’ll drive to must-see sights like London Bridge, the seaside town of Sorrento, and Arthurs Seat. You won’t just travel by car, though: take a harbor cruise admire the views from Murrays Lookout for different views of the peninsula. This is a fun day out that travelers with a range of interests will love, for different views of the peninsula. This is a fun day out that travelers with a range of interests will love.

Green Olive at Red Hill is a whole farm experience. We grow olives, grapes, herbs and veggies, raise sheep, chooks and pigs as well as use fresh produce from local farmers to create a range of tapas and wine you’ll love! Sit down, admire the view of the vineyard, the kitchen garden and the ducks on the dam whilst enjoying a selection of seasonal farm grown tapas dishes with a glass of estate grown wine. It will certainly be farm experience to remember.

This experience isn’t just about food or coffee; it’s a journey through Melbourne’s soul, culture, and shared moments come alive Start your day with an invigorating breakfast or savor our all-day brunch menu, amidst the ambience of Melbourne’s bustling streets. As evening draws near, our laneway becomes the perfect backdrop for cocktails and shared memories, whether you’re diving into romantic moments, laughing with friends or girlfriend bestie catch ups. Our exclusive experience offers you exclusive beans and a postcard to remember your Brunch in the bustling Laneway.