Melbourne City Magic Self Guided Walking Tour with an App

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  The Block Arcade

  Wander through glittering mosaic floors and Victorian elegance that feels frozen in a dream. Every step here whispers luxury and history — it’s impossible not to fall under its spell.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Melbourne Town Hall

  This grand landmark poses like Melbourne’s regal guardian. Glowing by night, commanding by day — it tempts you closer with stories, music, and charm you simply won’t want to miss.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Royal Arcade

  Enter a sunlit Victorian wonder, where arches soar, shops glimmer, and Gog and Magog strike the hour. It’s Melbourne’s magical time capsule — and it absolutely enchants every visitor.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Bourke Street Mall

  A buzzing world of buskers, boutiques, trams, and the iconic Public Purse sculpture. It’s lively, colourful, unforgettable — the Melbourne moment everyone ends up loving.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Hardware Lane

  Lantern-lit evenings, warm aromas, live music, and European charm tucked in a playful laneway. One stroll and you’ll want to stop for dinner, dessert, and everything in between.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Bourke Street Mall

  A lively ribbon of flavours, neon glow, secret stories, and irresistible late-night eats. This street pulls you in gently — then completely wins you over.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Chinatown

  Walk under bright arches into sizzling kitchens, glowing lanterns, and stories from the gold rush. Every step tempts your senses — a feast you won’t be able to resist.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  State Library Victoria

  Grand columns, peaceful domes, historic treasures — this library is a world of wonder. Step inside and feel instantly transported into Melbourne’s most elegant sanctuary.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9

  A calming sweep of trees, paths, and sunlight where history and nature quietly mingle. It’s Melbourne’s soft exhale — the perfect breath of green between city chapters.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Queen Victoria Market

  Melbourne’s loudest, tastiest festival of food, culture, and colour. From fresh produce to hot jam doughnuts, this market buzzes with energy you can’t help but follow.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 11

  A proud tribute to the workers who changed history with 8-8-8. This elegant column stands tall as Melbourne’s reminder of bold ideas and fairer days — a quiet but mighty symbol.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Old Melbourne Gaol (Pass by)

  This brooding bluestone giant holds tales of Ned Kelly, eerie cells, and dramatic lives. Step inside if you dare — it’s gripping, haunting, and utterly unforgettable.

  Admission ticket free
• 12
  Carlton Gardens

  A serene sweep of lawns, fountains, and towering trees that feel like walking through a living postcard. Beauty, calm, and quiet magic drift through every corner.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 13
  St. Patrick's Cathedral

  Its soaring spires and dramatic bluestone steal the skyline. Quiet, majestic, breathtaking — this cathedral wraps you in gothic beauty the moment you approach.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 14
  Fitzroy Gardens

  A leafy wonderland of fountains, statues, and hidden whimsy. Every path feels like a gentle escape — peaceful, picturesque, and full of little surprises.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  A tiny fairytale cottage shipped brick by brick from England. Step inside its charming rooms and suddenly you’re time-travelling — quirky, historic, irresistible.

  Admission ticket free
• 15

  A soft green haven where sunlight, trees, and history melt together. Perfect for a breath, a stroll, and a quiet moment before Melbourne’s next big reveal.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 16
  Hosier Lane

  A riot of colour, creativity, and ever-changing graffiti genius. Melbourne’s open-air canvased chaos — alive, raw, and impossible to walk through without smiling.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  A whimsical palace of turrets and drama, home to concerts under a starry ceiling. Paired with Fed Square’s bold angles opposite, this corner of Melbourne dazzles instantly.

  Admission ticket free
• 17
  St Paul's Cathedral

  Gothic towers, glowing windows, calm interiors — a spiritual anchor in the city’s chaos. Its beauty pulls you in gently and keeps you lingering longer than planned.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 18
  Flinders Street Station

  Melbourne’s iconic gold landmark, crowned with clocks and a grand dome. A century of stories echo through its halls — the city’s beating, bustling meeting point.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 19
  Princes Bridge

  A stunning river view framed by the MCG on one side and Eureka Tower on the other. Pause here — Melbourne’s skyline puts on a show you’ll want to savour.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 20
  National Gallery of Victoria

  Touch the water wall, soak in masterpieces, and lie beneath a glowing stained-glass sky. Art, architecture, wonder — the NGV charms you from the first step.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 21

  Historic bluestone strength meets lush gardens and royal statues. A quiet, impressive blend of military pride and old-world elegance that feels timeless.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 22
  Shrine of Remembrance

  A powerful memorial with grand views, silent stories, and Melbourne’s best skyline lookout. Step inside and feel calm — this place moves everyone.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 23
  Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

  A sprawling oasis of lakes, forest trails, towering trees, and 8,500 plant wonders. Step in, breathe deeper — the gardens wrap you in pure, peaceful magic.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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