Private Melbourne Tour with a Local: Custom Highlights & Gems

4.7
(38 reviews)
Melbourne, Australia

2 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This isn’t a typical sightseeing tour. It’s a City Unscripted experience, crafted entirely around you. Discover Melbourne with a knowledgeable local host who tailors your walking tour to suit your interests, travel style, and pace. From hidden laneway cafés to historic arcades, vibrant street art, and leafy gardens, every stop reveals a unique side of the city.

Before the tour, you’ll complete a short online questionnaire so we can match you with the right local host and plan a day filled with authentic moments, local insight, and meaningful connection.

What's Included

Online questionnaire link sent after booking to tailor your experience and match you to a local host
Flexible durations and start times - Pick your preferred duration when you book
Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central!
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.

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Meeting point
Starbucks 117 Swanston Street

This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • Melbourne (Pass by)

    See Melbourne through the eyes of someone who calls it home, uncovering the city's creative energy, multicultural flavors, and laid-back rhythm with a local host by your side. This isn’t just a tour, it’s a City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections, designed around you, full of authentic moments and unforgettable discoveries. Before your adventure begins, you’ll receive a short online questionnaire so we can craft an itinerary that reflects your interests, whether it’s sampling street-side pho, navigating narrow alleyways in the Old Quarter, or sipping egg coffee in a tucked-away café only locals know. Here are some highlights to spark your curiosity:

    Admission ticket free
  • Fitzroy (Pass by)

    Wander Melbourne’s creative quarter, where bold murals, vintage boutiques, and quirky cafés come together in a neighborhood full of artistic flair. Your local host shares the stories behind the ever-evolving street art scene.

    Admission ticket free
  • Fitzroy Gardens (Pass by)

    Explore a tranquil space just outside the city center, with elm-lined paths, ornamental fountains, and historic cottages. It’s a peaceful escape loved by locals and a window into Melbourne’s colonial past.

    Admission ticket free
  • Queen Victoria Market (Pass by)

    Dive into Melbourne’s food scene at this lively open-air market. Sample multicultural flavors, browse local produce, and discover the energy of one of the city’s most iconic gathering places.

    Admission ticket free
  • Yarra River (Pass by)

    Stroll the scenic riverside path, passing public art, leafy banks, and striking city views. Your local host will share how the river shapes Melbourne’s identity and daily life.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Wrap up your day by the bay, where locals come for sunset views, ocean breezes, and laid-back beach culture. From penguin-spotting on the pier to relaxed seaside cafés, your host offers tips to keep the experience going.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
Supplied by City Unscripted

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Tags

Day Trips
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Likely to Sell Out
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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