Melbourne offers magnificent riches for those curious enough to lose themselves in bustling markets and hidden laneways. Join your local guide and uncover surprises, from manicured botanic gardens and city beaches to intricately detailed Victorian arcades and graffiti-covered city walls.

Begin your experience with a visit to the Queen Victoria or South Melbourne Market, each offering insights into Melbourne’s famed livability. Wander through the bustling meat, fish, and dairy halls, sampling fresh seafood, artisan cheeses, and pastries, or browse unique, locally designed merchandise.

Explore the bayside playground of St. Kilda, with its expansive views and exotic landmarks like the Palais Theatre and Luna Park. Stop for an iconic postcard photo with the colorful bathing boxes lining the foreshore of Brighton Beach before returning to central Melbourne via the Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit and the Shrine of Remembrance to take in panoramic views.

View Melbourne’s vibrant Arts Precinct, Flinders Street Station, Federation Square, and the grand Victorian civic buildings of Spring Street before setting off on foot to explore Melbourne’s labyrinth of laneways and arcades. Browse the boutiques of Block and Royal Arcades, admire Hosier Lane’s urban art, or simply take a moment to soak up the atmosphere of Centre Place.