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2 days · Melbourne itinerary

Melbourne in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Melbourne lets you add the coast. This 2-day itinerary covers the city on day one and the Great Ocean Road on day two — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: City
  2. 2Day 2: Great Ocean Road
  3. 3Twelve Apostles
  4. 4Koalas

Day 1: the city

Explore the laneways and culture.

Day 2: Great Ocean Road

See the Twelve Apostles and koalas.

Evening: dining

Enjoy Melbourne’s famous food scene.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Melbourne — prices per person.

Melbourne Historical Walking Tour: Crime, Gangsters & Lolly Shops
Melbourne
Melbourne Historical Walking Tour: Crime, Gangsters & Lolly Shops
5.0(153)·2 hours
from$21/ person
via Viator
Private Great Ocean Road - The Ultimate Aussie Adventure
Melbourne
Private Great Ocean Road - The Ultimate Aussie Adventure
5.0(84)·11–12 hours
from$793/ person
via Viator
Yarra Valley Wine & Wildlife - Private Regional Tour
Melbourne
Yarra Valley Wine & Wildlife - Private Regional Tour
5.0(36)·7–9 hours
from$792/ person
via Viator
Boroughs of Melbourne - Signature Private City Tour
Melbourne
Boroughs of Melbourne - Signature Private City Tour
5.0(117)·4–6 hours
from$382/ person
via Viator
3 Day Combo: Great Ocean Road, Penguin Parade and FREE City Tour
Melbourne
3 Day Combo: Great Ocean Road, Penguin Parade and FREE City Tour
5.0(40)·3 days
from$237/ person
via Viator
Wine Tour Yarra Valley Five Star Experience
Yarra Valley
Wine Tour Yarra Valley Five Star Experience
5.0(30)·8 hours
from$152/ person
via Viator
Melbourne Coffee Lovers Walking Tour with 5 Coffee Tastings
Melbourne
Melbourne Coffee Lovers Walking Tour with 5 Coffee Tastings
5.0(52)·2h 30min–3h
from$77/ person
via Viator
Learn to Surf at Torquay on the Great Ocean Road
Great Ocean Road
Learn to Surf at Torquay on the Great Ocean Road
5.0(112)·2 hours
from$67/ person
via Viator

Melbourne in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Melbourne?
Two days covers the city’s laneways and culture on day one, and the spectacular Great Ocean Road with the Twelve Apostles on day two, a great mix of urban culture and coast.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Melbourne?
The laneways and street art, a Yarra River cruise, and the Great Ocean Road with the Twelve Apostles and wild koalas.
Is the Great Ocean Road worth it from Melbourne?
Absolutely — the Twelve Apostles, dramatic coastline and wild koalas make the Great Ocean Road Melbourne’s most spectacular day trip.

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