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Expand your library at Melbourne bookshops

Take advantage of exclusive discounts on local literary treasures and booksellers. Learn the history Hear about four bookstores’ fascinating pasts. Shop at leisure Browse the shelves and get special discounts. Wisdom from the pros Hear what it's like running these cultural institutions. Start with a classic Start at Melbourne's century-old bookstore.

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French Icons of Melbourne

Explore the Paris End of Melbourne, known for its European-inspired architecture, tree-lined streets, and sophisticated boutiques, with me, a professional tour guide and French native. • Meet at the General Post Office Building, a historically significant French Second Empire heritage building, where I’ll explain a little about this part of the city’s French influences. • Hear the history of Flinders Street Station, with its French Renaissance arches and domes, as well as French Second Empire design examples like the citadel of the Salvation Army Building. • Browse French-inspired boutiques selling perfume, furniture and art, and sample some of the world’s best croissants and macarons. You’ll leave with an insider’s perspective on Melbourne’s French touch across architecture, food, and shopping.

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Walk Melbourne's music venues with a seasoned pro

Take a trip through the city's leading bars and gig locations and learn music history. Start at Section 8 Learn about the venue’s history and its link to Chinatown. Get your groove on Enter Caretakers Cottage and encounter its vinyl atmosphere. Visit Her Music Room Hear about the venue's influential artists and impact. Stop at Misc Rooftop End with an insight into Melbourne’s live music evolution.

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Shop boutiques with a stylist to get the Melbourne look

Take a fun, fast-paced tour of Melbourne’s fashion scene with two expert stylists, exploring up-and-coming local designers and high-end luxury boutiques. You’ll learn how to achieve the breezy elegance that defines the city’s style. • Meet at the State Library, an iconic city landmark, where we’ll get to know each other and you’ll share a little about your personal fashion goals. • Learn about Melbourne’s unique blend of effortless layering, neutral tones, and bold statement pieces, with an emphasis on high-quality fabrics. • Visit four boutiques offering elevated cotton essentials and structured luxury designs and get tips for blending each shop’s specialties into your look. You’ll leave with further shopping recommendations and personalized tips, and maybe a new favorite piece for your wardrobe.

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Delve into Melbourne's Italian influences

Uncover the city’s rich heritage through food, art, and history with a local specialist. Meet at Brunetti's Enjoy coffee, gelato, and authentic Italian cuisine. Browse the library Admire the La Trobe Room's Renaissance-inspired design. Visit Caffe E Torta Relax with coffee and cake in a historic café. Stroll Hardware Lane Witness street art and Italian coffee culture. End at Town Hall Observe the Italianate architectural influences.

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Street Art Tour with a Street Artist

We will meet you in the heart of Melbourne before beginning a tour of Melbourne’s best street art treasures! As you are led down hidden laneways and arcades you will discover some of the most interesting street art and outdoor galleries in the world. You'll learn from us about the artists behind your favourite murals, the social and political influences to the scene, and the technical aspects involved in creating street art - whether it be spray painting, stencil art, paste-ups or sculpture. After winding our way past world-class street art, the tour finishes up at the famous Blender Studios. Here we will open the doors for a VIP tour (usually Not open to the public) and you will get to see our work in progress and how it moves from the studios - to the streets! A gourmet selection of market-fresh produce, beer, wine and soft drinks are provided as you wander through this incredible space and meet some of the artists! Other things to note The dates listed are our regular tour dates. If you are after another date or would like to arrange a private tour, feel free to message us with your enquiry. Please wear comfortable walking shoes. The tour will run rain, hail or shine.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews

Mesmerising water marbling workshop applied onto fabric

Step In Aetheria Studio and become mesmerised by the morphing inks, patterns and endless inspiration found in the wonderful world of water marbling art! You will be introduced to water marbling the way it is uniquely approached in the studio with a focus on applying it as textile prints onto fabric. There is no right or wrong way! Freedom to experiment is encouraged, it is beginner friendly for all ages to enjoy. Once the basics are relayed with a quick demonstration, you will have free reign to play with the marbling bath and the way the inks react- a video-share-worthy experience for sure! Not only that- it's a very hypnotising and therapeutic art in which you can get lost watching the inks morph. Once getting the hang of the process and transfer your art on paper to practice, you are then invited to create your main piece of 70x70cm cotton, which can be used in a plethora of ways- the only limit is your imagination! The fabric has been mordanted prior to the class, enabling the inks to stick permanently after it has been ironed to heat set. There are also add ons available in the studio, a range of silk scarves which the water marbling truly shines on as well as hats, plant pots, tshirts etc There is a shop within the studio, with one off-hand marbled creations available for purchase- made and designed in the studio.

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Walk Melbourne with an Expert Tour Guide

Join one of our popular walking tours as a VIP guest and spend a few hours exploring the city centre, seeing historical buildings, learning about history, marvelling at street art in laneways, browsing through arcades, and exploring Chinatown. Learn about the historical events that shaped Melbourne, and learn what the culture is like today. Our guides weave together a comprehensive picture about Melbourne through history and currently, and all the things that make it the ‘most liveable city in the world.’ You may be in a group with other tips-based tour members, but as a Complete Melbourne tour guest I'll buy you a famous Melbourne coffee within the first hour, and in true Aussie fashion, end the tour with a local beer. Don't worry about tipping — your fee covers my time, the coffee, the beer, and some extra suggestions at the tour's end. Your beer won’t be at just any old pub - it’s the oldest and most historic pub in Melbourne. While at the pub you’ll have the opportunity to ask for further recommendations for the rest of your time here in Melbourne, as I write down all the best Melbourne recommendations on a city map that is yours to keep.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 407 reviews

Great Ocean Road Trip for Solos

This version of my Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles tour is designed with solo travelers in mind. It's the same itinerary as my standard tour but ideally suited to peeps who love to meet other like-minded humans. So you don't really have to be solo, just friendly :) Would you like to see the world famous 12 Apostles minus the annoying crowds? Then this is the tour for you! You'll never forget the first moment you see the Apostles: giant stone monoliths, carved by the raging ocean over millions of years. This tour includes a number of vantage points and photo opps. And this journey isn't just about the destination: the Great Ocean Road is Australia's best road trip with rolling hills, lush rainforest and spectacular coastal scenery. This experience also includes a number of the other amazing features this area has to offer, including the historic Loch Ard Gorge and the spectacular Erskine Falls, a 30m waterfall nestled in the Otway Mountains. We'll also make stops in: - Apollo Bay for lunch - Lorne, an Aussie surf town - Kennett River, where wild koalas hang out There is some driving involved on this experience but the views along the way are absolutely beautiful. Feel free to send us a message for a detailed itinerary. You'll be in a small group of no more than 9 so everything will be nice and chill for a truly unforgettable day :)

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Northside Hookers - learn to crochet or knit

We will meet in a trendy cafe located in Melbourne's North. I will introduce you to the tools and fibres where, together, we can decide on your project. If you have previous experience that's great, but if you are a complete novice, just bring your passion and interest, we can still create something beautiful together! The coffee will be amazing, order something yummy from the display and spend our time together chatting, laughing and learning. You will take home a crochet hook, colourful ball of yarn, new skills to practise and warm memories of your time with me. If you choose, you may leave your finished piece with me to add to a collaborative blanket which will be donated to KOGO (www.kogo.org.au) Other things to note Indoor café with a delightful menu. We will commune in one of the windows.

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Private Foodie's Tour to Footscray

Footscray has recently been named the 13th coolest suburb in the world. Find out why as a vibrant mix of cultures and cuisines await you on this experience. *HIGHLIGHTS* - Explore the multicultural suburb of Footscray and learn about its history with migrants and refugees - Discover the strong sense of community in Footscray with a visit to the local arts centre - Sample international cuisine *INCLUSIONS* - 1 cup of coffee - Vietnamese bahn mi f and Sicilian cannoli samples - $1 donation to a local community organization First stop of the tour is Footscray market, where you'll wander through the stalls taking in the sights and sounds of local life. You'll get a chance to try some Vietnamese bahn mi, before heading off to a family-run Sicilian bakery to try their signature cannoli. Next, venture towards the Footscray Community Arts Centre. Here you'll discover indigenous artwork and learn about how this centre supports the local community. We’ll pass political street art and the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, to hear about how migrants and refugees have helped shaped Melbourne to be what it is today. The tour will end at a local Ethiopian restaurant where you will be able to enjoy a traditional Ethiopian coffee and discover how njera, a type of flatbread, is made. PLEASE NOTE: Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day

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Great Ocean Road and Twelve Apostles Tour

Enjoy a full day exploring the highlights of the Great Ocean Road on! The day begins bright and early as we depart from the city centre and head west. We will stop for some morning tea, allowing you to stretch your legs, enjoy the scenery, and have a snack. We will then continue our journey to the Great Ocean Road. Our first major stop of the day is at the historic Memorial Arch. Here, you will have time to snap some photos and learn about the fascinating history of the Great Ocean Road. We will then continue our journey, taking in the gorgeous coastal scenery. We will stop for lunch in the seaside town of Apollo Bay. Visit one of the charming restaurants or cafes and spend some time on the beach. Afterwards, we will embark on a guided walk through the rainforest in Melba Gully. We will visit the world-famous 12 Apostles in the afternoon. You can admire the towering limestone stacks jutting out of the sea. We will then continue on to Loch Ard Gorge, taking in even more of the incredible ocean views. You will learn about the historic shipwreck and other fascinating insights from your friendly guide. After a jam-packed adventure, we will return to Melbourne along the inland road to finish your day.

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Private Discovery Tour of Fitzroy & Collingwood

This tour explores two of (Naarm) Melbourne’s most characteristic and colourful inner-city neighbourhoods. *HIGHLIGHTS* - Explore the diverse suburbs of Collingwood and Fiztroy to learn how they have transformed into the hippest areas of Melbourne - Enjoy a famous Melbourne coffee brewed in their in-house roastery - Visit a social enterprise café that employs and supports, disadvantaged youth *INCLUSUONS* - Coffee (or similar alternative) - $1 per person donation to a local social enterprise You’ll weave through historic streets filled with colourful murals and backstreet graffiti before enjoying a delicious Melbourne coffee at an amazing, local social enterprise café. Learn about the up’s and down’s of these twin neighbourhoods and some of their most fascinating characters from an infamous criminal turned children's author, passionate football fans, the “Willy Wonka” of Australia, First Nations elders and recent migrants who have helped shape modern Australia. After exploring the evolving arts and live music culture of these areas, the tour will end with some refreshments.

Art and culture activities in Melbourne City

Art and culture activities led by local experts

Shop for slow fashion with a sustainable stylist

Expand your library at Melbourne bookshops

French Icons of Melbourne

Walk Melbourne's music venues with a seasoned pro

Shop boutiques with a stylist to get the Melbourne look

Delve into Melbourne's Italian influences

Top-rated art and culture activities

Street Art Tour with a Street Artist

Mesmerising water marbling workshop applied onto fabric

Walk Melbourne with an Expert Tour Guide

Great Ocean Road Trip for Solos

Northside Hookers - learn to crochet or knit

Private Foodie's Tour to Footscray

Great Ocean Road and Twelve Apostles Tour

Private Discovery Tour of Fitzroy & Collingwood

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