Taste of Melbourne: Food, Drink, Laneways & History Tour
Overview
This tour is made for those who want to see and taste the best of Melbourne - but don't want to just walk around the whole time either.
Your local guide will escort you through lush Melbourne Gardens, Iconic Graffiti Laneways, bustling Melbourne Markets, and even to a rooftop bar - driving you to each location on our conformable mini-bus, and allowing you to make the most of your 4 hours with us.
We know plain old history tours can get boring at times too, which is why at each stop we include a tasting experience that will allow you to truly experience why Melbourne is regarded as the food & wine capital of Australia, whilst discovering the culture and stories that makes this such a unique city.
From cheese and chocolate, to dumplings and strawberries, just to name a few - and of course a drink to finish it all off; we guarantee you wont leave feeling hungry.
This is a must-do for first timers in Melbourne, or those wanting to gain a deeper appreciation for our city!
What's Included
- Small-group experience, maximum 10 guests
- Speakeasy visit with your choice of drink
- 5 short-walk stops through boroughs, gardens, markets and laneways
- 5 curated food and drink experiences throughout Melbourne
- Private minibus transport between locations
- Local, knowledgeable guide with you throughout the tour
- Gratuities
- Additional food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Meeting Location
100 Saint Kilda Road
Southbank VIC 3004, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Queen Street
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
We leave you at Queen Vic Market, where there is plenty more exploring to be done here - at Australia's largest open air market. We will provide you with a map so you know where you are, and easily how to get to your next planned location in Melbourne.
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Yarra River
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hosier Lane
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Block Arcade
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) (pass by)
Queen Victoria Market
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Brick Lane Market (pass by)
Fitzroy
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Small-group experience, maximum 10 guests.
- Speakeasy visit with your choice of drink.
- 5 short-walk stops through boroughs, gardens, markets and laneways.
- 5 curated food and drink experiences throughout Melbourne.
- Private minibus transport between locations.
- Local, knowledgeable guide with you throughout the tour.
- Gratuities.
- Additional food and drinks.
- Personal expenses.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Taste of Melbourne: Food, Drink, Laneways & History Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Taste of Melbourne: Food, Drink, Laneways & History Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Small-group experience, maximum 10 guests
- Speakeasy visit with your choice of drink
- 5 short-walk stops through boroughs, gardens, markets and laneways
- 5 curated food and drink experiences throughout Melbourne
- Private minibus transport between locations
- Local, knowledgeable guide with you throughout the tour
- Gratuities
- Additional food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
