Top Victoria Dining Experiences

Discover Australia’s wildlife and wines on a full-day tour to Healesville Sanctuary and the Yarra Valley. Depart Melbourne and head to Healesville Sanctuary where you get close views of native animals such as kangaroos, koalas, and emus. Continue your scenic drive to the Yarra Valley and arrive at a vineyard for lunch accompanied by a glass of wine. Afterward, tour the winery before moving on to De Bortoli Winery for a wine and cheese tasting.

Get out of busy Melbourne for the day and enjoy the rugged beauty of the Mornington Peninsula. Leaving the city behind, you’ll drive to must-see sights like London Bridge, the seaside town of Sorrento, and Arthurs Seat. You won’t just travel by car, though: take a harbor cruise admire the views from Murrays Lookout for different views of the peninsula. This is a fun day out that travelers with a range of interests will love, for different views of the peninsula. This is a fun day out that travelers with a range of interests will love.

Always wanted to experience brunch on a boat? Whether you’re an eager foodie or you want to kick back and enjoy a boozy cruise brunch, Melbourne River Cruises offers a bottomless brunch cruise that’s sure to please.

A hot air balloon ride over Melbourne offers unprecedented views of the city’s attractions including the MCG, Shrine of Remembrance, and Albert Park. This early morning flight, which departs at dawn and includes a complimentary breakfast, elevates an already special experience to an unforgettable one. The perfect way to see the city for travelers looking for something unique and luxurious.

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.

Come face-to-face with Australia’s wild and wonderful creatures at the Healesville Sanctuary, a refuge specializing in native Aussie wildlife. With your general entry ticket valid all day, you can spend as much time as you want exploring the zoo and marveling over koalas, dingoes, wombats, wallabies and kangaroos. That’s not all: learn how Healesville was the first place in the world to breed a platypus in captivity; watch a spectacular display of birds of prey and parrots; and peek behind-the-scenes at the animal hospital.

Marvel over the dramatic canyons, cascading waterfalls and wildflower valleys of the Grampians National Park on this action-packed full-day tour. Visit the gold rush town of Ballarat; take a bushwalk to see the Silverband Falls and spot wild kangaroos at Halls Gap. After lunch (own cost), embark on a short hike to the Grand Canyon and stand in awe beneath the MacKenzie Falls.

No trip to Melbourne is complete without a visit to the Shrine of Remembrance. This 75-minute guided tour takes you through the Sanctuary, Galleries, Balcony, and gardens of this sacred war memorial. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the design of the building and the lives of those it commemorates.

Spend a day immersed in the amazing animal kingdom at the Melbourne Zoo. Encounter native land species like koalas, wombats and kangaroos at the Australian Bush exhibit, and watch Victoria’s indigenous penguins and seals splash around at the Wild Sea. Admire creatures from around the globe, such as mighty Asian pachyderms at the Trail of Elephants and elegant African zebras and giraffes in open-air habitats. Don’t miss the energetic primates at Lemur Island and an elevated orangutan exhibit!

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.

Discover Melbourne's multicultural heritage with your taste buds on a walking food tour. Visit to the city’s most famous market, the Queen Victoria Market to see how residents shop, sampling delectable bites along the way. Learn how Melbourne evolved into a foodie destination as you chat with vendors and cooks at a range of ethnic eateries, and cap it off with a drink at a cozy pub.

Tour the Mornington Peninsula, sample delicious wines, and learn about local wine production. Head to Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove, a beautiful family-owned estate know for its cool climate wines. Enjoy an educational wine tasting well suited to both novices and experts. Lunch on fresh seasonal ingredients in the Alfresco piazza and explore the estate’s sculpture garden before your tour concludes.

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.

Head to Brown Brothers for the best brunch in the King Valley. Pairing Brown Brothers finest prosecco and a delicious array of gourmet goodies, including pastries, sweets, local artisan cheeses, and seasonal fruits, this private treat is the best way to start your morning. Served in the winery’s very own Prosecco Lounge, the brunch spread includes an opportunity to taste the entire range of Brown Brothers prosecco, along with tea or coffee.

Explore the Bellarine and Mornington peninsulas on a full-day tour from Melbourne that includes a boat cruise and gondola ride. Take in highlights including the Geelong Waterfront, Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre, and the Bathing Boxes and have time to admire the views from Murrays Lookout and stop at a beachside brewery. Your tour includes a picnic lunch, bay cruise and round-trip transportation from Melbourne and stop at a beachside brewery. Your tour includes a picnic lunch, bay cruise and round-trip transportation from Melbourne.

Experience a guided tour of an award-winning whisky distillery only 40 minutes or so south of Melbourne CBD. Learn all about the whisky production process and see it for yourself, as well as tasting 4 single malt whiskies, including the opportunity to taste test whisky straight from the cask. Your whiskies will be paired with a premium selection of local cheeses.

Explore Mornington Peninsula with this active tour, where you’ll have the chance to do stand up paddleboarding, share a winery picnic, go for a bushwalk, and relax in the hot springs. This is all organized for you, so you just need to experience all of the activities. You’ll SUP at Port Phillip bay, have a boxed picnic lunch, and finish at Peninsula Hot Springs.

Get out of Melbourne city for the day on this relaxed day tour of the Bellarine Peninsula. Travelers with a wide range of interests will enjoy this tour as there’s something for everyone, including hand-feeding the wildlife, pick-your-own Strawberries or Blueberries, scenic coastal view and fascinating stories from Aboriginal culture. A great tour for Melbourne locals or visitors alike.

Enjoy a romantic flight above the clouds on this hot air balloon trip over the scenic Yarra Valley. Drift over the rolling hills and valleys of the Yarra and snap memorable photos of the region’s sprawling wineries as the sun rises over the horizon. Afterward, toast to your morning adventure with a complimentary champagne breakfast at a classy local country club.

Explore Victoria’s wine country and wildlife on a combo tour of the historic Tahbilk Winery followed by an eco wetlands walk. Learn about traditional and modern wine-making methods at one of Australia’s oldest wineries, and then try your hand at blending your own bottle of wine to take home. A 2-course lunch of inspired seasonal cuisine, paired with wine and served overlooking the wetlands, rounds out a delightful day in the country.

Set sail on the Spirit of Melbourne Lunch Cruise for an exquisite blend of flavors and views! Indulge in locally sourced dishes crafted by our skilled chefs as you glide along the Yarra River. With panoramic views of Melbourne's landmarks, every bite comes with a side of breathtaking scenery. Join us for an elegant dining experience that combines the freshest ingredients with the city's iconic sights.

Explore the coastal wilderness of the Wilsons Promontory National Park on this full-day cruise by catamaran. Spot whales(seasonal) and dolphins as you sail the east coast of Wilsons Prom.  Spot whales and dolphins as you sail across the Bass Strait; get up close to Australian fur seals at the Kanowna Island sanctuary; and see landmarks like Skull Rock, Wilsons Promontory Lighthouse and Glennie Island. After a delicious on-board lunch (included), cool off by swimming and snorkeling in Refuge Cove.