Melbourne Foodie Discovery Walking Tour with 7 Food Tastings
Description
Melbourne is a mecca for food with an eating culture bordering on the obsessive. But many of these best places are hidden from first sight in laneways and behind doors. This 3 hour small group walking tour lets you experience the best examples of what Melbourne offers. This tour offers the best aspects of Melbourne with the insight of your local guide that you cannot get from a guide book. Try 7 diferent tastes including world renowned Melbourne Roasted Coffee, eat dumplings, find hidden hole in wall street food gems, sneak in a sweet treat and finish it off with a drink in a laneway bar the locals love – all included in your ticket price. See all the treasures of Melbourne and often it is said “wow – you wouldn’t even know this was here!” Do this on your first day in Melbourne and you’ll discover a whole lot more places to return to later in your stay!
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We discover many of Melbourne's laneways and arcades sharing the stories from the past and present through the delicious things that we sample along the way.
We meet in centrally located Bourke St Mall to begin our afternoon exploring Melbourne's laneways.
The oldest - and perhaps the strangest! - shopping mall in Australia. Find out why while we munch on some delicious sweets!
Learn what made this building the talk of the town when it opened in 1932, while we taste a couple of the ultimate Aussie dishes!
Melbournes famous, narrow pedestrian laneway in the heart of the CBD, running between Flinders Lane and Collins Street, opposite Degraves Street. Renowned for its gritty charm, street art, and bohemian vibe, it is packed with tiny cafes, bars, and boutiques, making it a quintessential Melbourne experience. We may ven grab a bite to eat here !!
Melbourne's best known and most bustling laneways are perfectly located for us to take a break, do some people watching and taste a couple more Melbourne favorites.
Historic transport hub with a famous clock facade. Iconic meeting spot in the heart of Melbourne
We stroll along the Australia's most prestigious street learning about it's place in the city's history.
How did this grand covered shopping mall get it's name? Learn all about the heady days when Melbourne was the richest city in the world. Don't forget, more delicious tastings!
centered on Little Bourke Street, is the oldest Chinatown in the Southern Hemisphere and the longest continuous Chinese settlement in the Western world. This historic precinct dates back to the 1850s gold rush, now transformed into a bustling hub of Asian culture, world-class dining, and neon-lit nightlife.
Are you a sweet tooth or do you prefer a sneaky afternoon tipple? There's no need to choose as we enjoy our final two tastings in this neighbourhood rich in culinary delights. Starting with something sweet and washing it down with a drink in a laneway bar the locals love.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •'MANDATORY: Please include your dietary restrictions or food allergies, such as vegetarian, vegan, Coeliac or gluten-free. If you have none, please type 'NO DIETARY RESTRICTIONS OR ALLERGIES'.'.'
Reviews(575)
Loved this tour. Guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Saw and tasted many things I would have missed. Loving the recommendations too! Highly recommend
This food tour was outstanding and if I could give more than five stars, I would. Our food guide, Anson, gave us a solid education on Melbourne past and present. He’s an excellent and engaging communicator which made it easy to take it all in. The food was incredible. We went to off the beaten path places that I would have walked right by had I not been on this tour. I only had one day in Melbourne and I’m so glad I spent part of it one this amazing tour.
Thank you so much for this incredible review, Jennifer! If we could give you more than five stars as a guest, we absolutely would!We are over the moon to hear that our Discovery Tour was the highlight of your single day in Melbourne. Anson is a phenomenal guide, and he will be so proud to know that his passion for Melbourne's history and its hidden culinary gems made such a lasting impression on you. Finding those 'off the beaten path' spots that locals love is exactly what we strive for, so it's wonderful to hear you enjoyed the journey.Thank you for choosing to spend your precious time in our city with us. We truly hope your travels bring you back to Melbourne again soon for a longer stay and plenty more food discoveries!
Our tour leader, Anson, was fantastic and so knowledgeable about the delicious food we enjoyed, as well as the history of Melbourne. We would definitely recommend this tour without reservation.
Thank you so much for the fantastic review!We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience on our Foodie Discovery Tour. Anson is an exceptional guide, and he will be thrilled to know that his passion for both Melbourne's rich history and its incredible food scene made such a positive impact on your time with us.We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your recommendation with the travel community. We hope to welcome you back for another delicious adventure the next time you find yourself in Melbourne! Cheers!
Andrew was spectacular. Extremely knowledgeable and clearly very passionate about the subject matter: history, coffee, food, etc.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, James!We are absolutely thrilled to hear that Andrew made such a spectacular impression on you. He is incredibly knowledgeable and, as you noted, deeply passionate about everything that makes Melbourne unique—from our rich history to our world-famous food and coffee culture. He will be delighted to hear your kind words!We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with the Viator community, and we hope to welcome you back for another fantastic tour in the future!
Great way to see and learn about the CBD while tasting the best of the best coffee, chocolate, and other delicacies that make up the eclectic Melbourne food culture.
Thank you so much for the high recommendation!We are absolutely delighted that you enjoyed your time with us. Exploring the CBD while diving into Melbourne's eclectic food culture is exactly what we love to do, and we're thrilled that you got to experience the 'best of the best' coffee, chocolate, and local delicacies along the way.We truly appreciate you sharing your experience with the Viator community, and we hope to welcome you back for another delicious discovery tour soon!
Had a great time on this foodie tour with Dave. We’d lived in Melbourne previously and still loved learning about some of the city’s history & discovering some great places to eat. Dave was informative, friendly, considerate & knowledgeable. We loved the variety of places he took us to as well as the pace of the tour & mix of information & eating. Would highly recommend this for anyone in Melbourne - tourists & locals alike. A great way to spend a few hrs in Melbourne and great value too.
It’s wonderful to hear from former Melbourne locals who can still find fresh surprises in the city!Dave will be incredibly pleased to read your compliments about his pacing and friendly approach. Striking that perfect balance between engaging history and delicious food stops is exactly what we aim for, so knowing it hit the mark for you means a lot to our team.We really appreciate you highlighting that our tours offer great value for residents and visitors alike. Thank you for spending a few hours with us, and we hope you keep enjoying your rediscovered local spots!
Anson, was a great guide! He was full of knowledge, about the history of Melbourne and food from all over. He was punctual and kept us moving on track. He was kind and accommodating.
We always love hearing when a tour hits the mark, and we're so glad you consider our experience a 'must-do' in Melbourne!Anson is wonderful at blending global culinary insights with our local history, so it's fantastic to know his knowledge stood out to you. We also appreciate you mentioning his punctuality and accommodating nature—keeping a tour running smoothly while making sure everyone feels looked after is a true skill.Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the TripAdvisor community. We hope you have many more great foodie adventures ahead!
Our guide was Anson and he was very knowledgeable about the history of Melbourne. We walked at a good pace and were given some interesting history about the city and the amazing architecture around the downtown area. We visited 7 great food places for food, coffee, hot chocolate, gelato, bakery and finished at a great bar. The tour was at a leisurely pace with stops along the way. Anson was more than happy to answer questions. I highly recommend this tour if you want to see places in downtown Melbourne that you probably would not find on your own. It was a fun experience for 3 hour afternoon.
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear that Anson looked after you so well and shared such great insights into Melbourne's history and architecture. Our main goal is to show off those hidden spots you wouldn't normally find on your own, so it is wonderful to know that hit the mark for you. From the coffee and treats to that final bar stop, we are so glad you enjoyed the full 3 hours of fun. We will be sure to pass your kind words on to Anson!
Great info about the history of the city and a great guide to finding your way around and the hidden treats. Superb follow up info for more tips.
Thank you so much for the brilliant review, Maggie! We are thrilled to hear that you loved the history, the hidden treats, and finding your way around our beautiful city. We always like to make sure our guests are looked after even after the tour ends, so it is wonderful to know you found the follow-up tips helpful for the rest of your stay. Cheers for joining us!
Enjoyed the tour with Andrew today! He is extremely passionate about food, drinks, culture and history and it shows! I’ve been to Melbourne on many occasions however had not done a walking tour before. I would 101% recommend booking with this crew, you’ll find yourself deep in history and full with food! This tour has really made me appreciate Melbourne much more than before. Thank you Andrew!! 🤩
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We absolutely love it when frequent visitors to Melbourne discover a completely new appreciation for the city through our tours. Andrew’s passion is truly infectious, and he will be thrilled to hear his tour gave you that 101% recommendation. Cheers for exploring the deep history and food scene with us! 🤩
