Top Victoria Classes & Workshops

Learn the basics of surfing with a 2-hour small-group lesson at a beach near Torquay along the Great Ocean Road. Your instructor chooses the best surf location of the day so that you have the ultimate experience of Australia's Surf Coast.

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.

Learn to surf at Torquay Beach—located on Australia’s scenic Great Ocean Road—with a beginner-friendly, small-group lesson. Receive hands-on instruction from professional surf coaches as you learn basic techniques, practice standing up, and work toward catching your first wave. All equipment is provided, so there's no need to hire expensive gear or bring any with you.

Discover a new side of your creativity with this group mosaic lamp-making class in Melbourne. Ideal for everything from corporate events to date night, you’ll get crafty while you enjoy a Turkish tea service with the help of your teacher, you’ll walk away with your very own Turkish-style geometric glass lamp as a souvenir.

Savor the tastes of Italy in the heartland of Victoria with this private winery tour and cooking demo. Join your private teacher at Pizzini Wines and learn how to make a range of Italian dishes without other students around to hog your teacher’s attention. Fill in the rest of your half-day experience with a tour of the winery, a barrel room tasting of several Australian-made Italian wines, and a lunch complete with the dishes you made beforehand.

Unwind in Melbourne with a relaxed paint-and-sip ceramics class that combines creativity and conversation. Instead of simply buying a souvenir, create your own piece with guidance from a skilled instructor, who walks you through techniques step by step. Enjoy a cup of tea or glass of wine (own expense) as you paint, then take home your finished ceramic artwork—a fun, hands-on way to spend an evening in the city.

Venture beyond the tourist trail on this comprehensive 2-day tour of the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne—with all logistics taken care of. Follow the renowned coastal route past windswept beaches, beautiful bays, and dramatic natural landmarks. Visit surfing beaches, spot wild kangaroos, koalas, and parrots on a bushwalk, and enjoy glorious views over Apollo Bay. After an overnight stop, continue along the Shipwreck Coast and check out natural wonders such as the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge.

Our Scent Library Candle Making experience gives you the opportunity to design your very own candle fragrance. You can choose from 40 different fragrances making something truly personalised. Your host will guide you through the process of blending a fragrance providing information about candle making along the way.

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.

This walking tour is our premium experience for food lovers and sweet tooths alike. A delicious opportunity to uncover some of the finest couverture chocolate in Melbourne, meet some of the chocolate makers and to enjoy incredible patisserie through some specially crafted exclusive experiences. Chocoholics on our Chocolate & Dessert walking tour are treated to specially crafted exclusive experiences with our partner venues and we guarantee you will finish the tour with incredible knowledge and appreciation for the passion and craftmanship that leads to the exquisite flavours you will enjoy on the tour. Join your local tour guide for a delightful stroll through Melbourne’s famous arcades and secret laneways as you discover the beautiful chocolatiers and pâtissiers tucked away down the back streets of Melbourne sampling chocolates and sweet treats along the way!

Your uniqueness to the cooking class is we only have up to 12 guests. We are local and only use the best and local produce. Your tour and cooking classes will give you knowledge of Melbourne life and our passion for food. Offering 10 themed classes you will want to come back for another. You can join in with others or with a minimum of 6 build your own class with us. YES CHEF!

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.

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.

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 Yarra Valley without having to designate a driver on this full-day gourmet food and wine tour. Enjoy private wine and cheese tastings with your small group, and learn about regional wines from your knowledgeable guide and through discussions with local vintners. Savor a gourmet meal followed by cellar door tastings surrounded by the natural beauty of Yarra Valley.

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.

Taste your way around Melbourne on the ultimate foodie tour. Discover a variety of cuisines including Spanish, Asian fusion, and contemporary Australian, as you traverse the city. Learn about Melbourne’s vibrant history and how it became one of the world’s food capitals from your informative guide. Sample several dishes during this tour with a group of eight guests or less, to ensure an intimate and personalized experience.

Indulge your inner foodie and learn to make dumplings like a pro with this cooking class in Melbourne. Enjoy a hands-on experience in a fun atmosphere and discover how to prepare the perfect dough for Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese dumplings using a variety of meats and vegetables. Then, savor your creation in a small group setting.

Improve the quality of your Melbourne photos by learning the fundamentals of photography with this beginners course. Visit photogenic locations around Melbourne's city centre with your teacher as they explain the importance of concepts such as lighting, focus, exposure, and composition, and show you how to get more control over your camera. This course has a limit of 8 participants.

Make the most of your time in Melbourne with a private customizable tour designed to suit your group of up to seven people. With your guide, plan your half- or full-day tour, choosing from options such as a city tour with St. Kilda; seeing native Australian animals at the Healesville Sanctuary; or exploring the Great Ocean Road. Your private guide provides an informative tour for your group of family, friends, or business colleagues.

It's a very unique and unforgettable experience where you can mix your own unique gin. Choose your botanicals, and create a bespoke gin to take home and enjoy with your friends. You will also enjoy a gin tasting and a share platter. Otway Estate is a beautifully location in the picturesque Otway Ranges. We have an onsite brewery, distillery and cidery. Visitors will benefit from insider knowledge shared by our expert distillers and gain hands-on experience blending their own unique gin recipe from a variety of botanicals. This experience is perfect for individuals, groups of friends, and couples looking for a unique experience or day out, and anyone with a passion for spirits and craftsmanship. You’ll leave with not only a personalised bottle of gin but also a deep appreciation for the craft and traditions of gin making.

Delve into Australia’s food heritage during a private half-day cooking class taught by a chef at her home in Melbourne. Make three dishes during this hands-on class, which includes cooking tips and a meal with your chef-instructor. You might make recipes with fresh oysters or trout, and top it off with dessert and a glass of wine. The menu can accommodate specific dietary needs with advance notice.

The tour we offer is an immersive experience, taking visitors through a century-old winery where Muscat winemaking secrets are revealed, showcasing historic winemaking equipment and century-old barrels. This unique journey concludes with a guided tasting of all four tiers of their Muscat classification, from Rutherglen to Rare, highlighting their dedication to craftsmanship and tradition.