Top Melbourne Culinary Tours

Discover some of the best food, wine, and beer makers on the Mornington and Bellarine peninsulas during this full-day tour from Melbourne. Taste a variety of wines, craft beers, and seasonal dishes while traveling through the scenic region. You’ll also take a sightseeing cruise on Port Phillip Bay, enjoy the views from Murrays Lookout, and see the Bathing Boxes. Includes lunch at a vineyard restaurant, and all tastings.

Every neighborhood has its favorite local haunts, but it’s not easy for visitors to tap into the best insider eats. With this secret food tour, discover where those in the know dine in St. Kilda while learning about the neighborhood’s unique history and culture. Explore the area highlights on foot with your guide, stopping to sample a variety of popular dishes.

Escape the city and head down to the Mornington Peninsula for a day of bottomless brunching with your friends. Start your day off with a delicious brunch banquet in Mount Martha, followed by a gin-crafting experience at a local distillery. Then, enjoy a wine tasting at one of the area’s most renowned estates, Red Hill. End your day at the Port Leo Estate where you can have more drinks and relax.

Experience a true locals side to Melbourne on this personalized street food and street art tour. Designed for people who usually shy away from organized tours, this day trip aims to give you a taste of the real Melbourne with a truly individualized itinerary. The ideal ‘day one’ experience—where you can hit the ground running with your city explorations—your tour even includes personalized recommendations to help maximize your time here.

Sip your choice of drinks on a "hidden" bar walking tour in Melbourne. Stroll with your guide to four locations for cocktails, Australian wine and beer, stopping into a classic pub, a speakeasy-style cocktail bar tucked into the laneway, a wine bar with options from the nearby Yarra Valley, and a fourth bar that will be selected by your guide depending on your group’s interests. You'll learn about Melbourne's bar scene and local history, and get tips for additional places to visit on your own. 

Melbourne is Australia’s culinary capital, but to discover the city’s foodie hotspots, you need a local guide. On this food walking tour, explore Melbourne’s atmospheric laneways and arcades; visit the city’s coolest bars, cafés, and street food stalls; and sample everything from Chinese dumplings to sweet pastries. This small-group tour is limited to 10 people for an authentic local experience.

Experience the delights of Victoria’s wine country on this Yarra Valley wine tour from Melbourne. With an informative wine guide, you’ll visit four popular wineries: Balgownie Estate, Steels Gate Winery, Greenstone Vineyards, and Yering Farm. Enjoy plenty of tastings as well as a winery lunch while you learn about winemaking in Australian and admire the picturesque landscapes.

Get a real taste of Melbourne on this 2-hour walking tour of the famous Queen Victoria Market, which dates back to the 19th-century. With a small group of no more than 12 people per guide, you’ll enjoy a personalised experience with your local guide, as you browse the myriad stalls and mingle with the locals. Enjoy tastings of delicious seasonal delicacies (included). Tasting will depend on what is fresh on the day, but typically include Coffin Bay Oysters, grilled peppered kangaroo, pickled octopus, local goats’ milk cheese, fresh dolmades and Victorian olives. Your tour ends with a famous hot jam doughnut from the iconic American Doughnut Kitchen.

Treat yourself to a full-day tour of the Yarra Valley from Melbourne. Taste premium wines and food while visiting a variety of small and large wineries with your expert guide. Enjoy wine tastings, an à la carte lunch at a vineyard, and a cheese tasting with your wine at De Bortoli Winery. Hear about the history of the fertile Yarra Valley and its wineries, which have a well-deserved reputation for great chardonnay, pinot noir, and sparkling wines.

Spend an evening on the Yarra River during this Melbourne dinner cruise. As you admire the twinkling city lights reflecting on the water, enjoy a 4-course gourmet meal inclusive of beverages. This fine dining experience includes beer, wine, and spirits, as well as coffee, tea, dessert, port, and a cheese plate. Cruise past attractions like Federation Square and the Royal Botanic Gardens while soaking up the elegant and relaxing atmosphere of the boat.

Calling all tastebud explorers for a one-day perfect combo, of travel and taste, as we sample our way through the stunningly exquisite Yarra Valley. As we get to sip award-winning wines, be surrounded by spectacular landscapes and vineyard views. Our day starts with chocolate tastings at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice-Creamery. Guests will have the pleasure of visiting three boutique wineries and cellar-door estates. In some cases, our itinerary and winery stops will need to be modified due to unforeseen circumstances, such as group sizes, special events and cellar-door closures. We’ve added free time in Healesville, for guests to grab lunch and explore the gateway town to the Yarra Valley. This tour has been designed for our guests to be able to see the Yarra Valley through local eyes rather than being shuttled from one winery to another. This unique wine tour explores all the treasures of the Yarra Valley district in a relaxed small group environment of around 20 persons.

Discover the delicious wines and food of the Yarra Valley on a full-day tasting tour from Melbourne. Enjoy a guided tour of Domaine Chandon followed by a glass of wine and appetizers. Continue to De Bortoli Wines for further tastings, then enjoy a 2-course lunch while taking in the Yarra Valley's incredible views. You can also check out the grounds, shops, and art exhibits at the wineries during your tour.

Explore the flavors of the Yarra Valley on this all-inclusive guided winery and food day tour. Starting from Melbourne, your culinary adventure includes visits to three hand-picked wineries for tastings, a seasonal 2-course lunch with wine at a scenic winery, and a visit to a local craft brewery for a beer or cider tasting. End your day with a tasty visit to the Chocolate and Ice-Cream Factory for samplings of sweet treats.

Enjoy an authentic taste of the Yarra Valley on this full-day ecotour from Melbourne. Visit local farmers, family-run wineries, and artisan producers as you travel through the patchwork of vineyards and farmlands. Stop along the way to indulge in wine tasting at Balgownie Estate; sample scrumptious handmade chocolates at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie; and enjoy a delicious lunch at Rochford Winery. That's not all: other experiences include cheese tasting at a local dairy and gin tasting at Four Pillars.

AUSTRALIA’S PREMIER RAIL RESTAURANT. Showcasing Local Food, Wine, Beer and Cider. The Q Train is an award winning restaurant that travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Never before has Australia seen a heritage rail line used for showcasing local food, wine, beer and cider. We’re inviting locals and visitors alike to come aboard our restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. In 2019, Australian MasterChef were wowed by the experience and hosted a team challenge episode on board The Q Train! We are serving local produce on every journey from the comfort of our refurbished dining cars; providing every customer with a delicious rail journey, and unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. Wine and dine in style with The Q Train.

Lovers of good food and drink won't want to miss this tasty tour of Bellarine. Travel through the scenic Bellarine Peninsula following a food and wine trail that will take you to distilleries, breweries, wineries, and more. Whether wine or cider is your drink of choice there are options to suit you. Admire the beautiful views while learning why Bellarine is renowned for its local produce.

Experience a mesmerizing Hot Springs and Wine Tour from Melbourne to the Mornington Peninsula. Begin with pickup at central Melbourne’s Art Centre, where your guaranteed window seat awaits on board our spacious midi-coach with panoramic views. Ascend upon he Arthur Seat Eagle gondola, where stunning views back towards Melbourne over Port Phillip Bay awaits - enjoy some perfect photo ops here. Enjoy a Winery Feast Lunch at a local winery, where you'll be treated to a feast style lunch with wine to accompany. Then, indulge in the Mornington Peninsula Hot Springs, with over 50 thermal pools offering unique therapeutic properties. Indulge in 3 hours of pure bliss here, including access to the 360 degree hill-top pool. Relish in the small-group setting, and relax throughout the day as you are guided by our local expert, for an unforgettable journey of adventure, relaxation, and natural beauty.

Visit a selected handful of Mornington Peninsula’s best wineries on this special wine-tasting day. Journey across the stunning landscapes of the wine country and learn about the various hotspots with your local guide. Enjoy wine tasting at the cellar doors, savor a glass of wine with lunch at your chosen winery, and discover what makes this region renowned for its delicious food and wine.

Experience the delights of the Yarra Valley with an indulgent 2-day spa break at the luxurious Balgownie Estate. Expand your knowledge of Australian wines with expert-led wine tastings, enjoy a delicious lunch of regional specialties and make the most of the tennis courts, swimming pool and gym. This small-group tour has a maximum of 24 people and includes overnight accommodation and round-trip transport from Melbourne.

Get the inside scoop on Melbourne’s renowned foodie scene with this 3-hour small group food and wine walking tour. Meet top chefs and expert sommeliers as you visit three of Melbourne’s mort renowned restaurants and tuck into special menu tasters, delicious seasonal delicacies and carefully selected wines. You’ll even get a map and dining guide to take away with you, so you’ll be all set for the rest of your stay.

Benefit from a private Yarra Valley wine tour from Melbourne that features a masterclass led by an acclaimed winemaker. Visit three or four top wineries for tastings, and take a guided tour of Domaine Chandon that includes a 3-course lunch, four glasses of sparkling wine per person, and access to areas that are not open to the general public. Your driver-guide also shares live commentary about the region.

Discover the historic and gastronomic delights of Geelong with a dinner trip for two on the lovingly restored Q train. A great way to combine some of the region’s best flavors with some of the region’s best views, this deluxe dining experience is a great way to celebrate a special occasion. You’ll also have the chance to try delicious local wine, beer, and cider as you journey across the countryside from Drysdale to Queenscliff and back.

Escape the city and head into the mountains for a fun nature excursion. With a private guide, depart Melbourne and head to Mount Dandenong to take in the views of the city and Port Phillip. Then, visit a sanctuary to see where art and nature come together and walk around the small village of Olinda. End your day with a ride through the mountains on the historic Puffing Billy steam train.