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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.

Sensory Private Melbourne Laneways & Foodie Walking Tour
Melbourne
Sensory Private Melbourne Laneways & Foodie Walking Tour
5.0(11)·4 hours
from$133/ person
via Viator
Full-Day Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne
Melbourne
Full-Day Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne
5.0(16)·12 hours
from$133/ person
via Viator
From Melbourne: Hop On Hop Off Yarra Valley - GREEN Route
Melbourne
From Melbourne: Hop On Hop Off Yarra Valley - GREEN Route
5.0(120)·8 hours
from$65/ person
via Viator
Melbourne Sports Walking Tour
Melbourne
Melbourne Sports Walking Tour
5.0(38)·2 hours
from$62/ person
via Viator
Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge & lunch - Melbourne
Melbourne
Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge & lunch - Melbourne
4.9(595)·13 hours
from$126/ person
via Viator
Yarra Valley Foodies Tour with Chandon & Kangaroo Safari!
Melbourne
Yarra Valley Foodies Tour with Chandon & Kangaroo Safari!
5.0(267)·7 hours
from$137/ person
via Viator
Melbourne Historical Walking Tour: Crime, Gangsters & Lolly Shops
Melbourne
Melbourne Historical Walking Tour: Crime, Gangsters & Lolly Shops
5.0(143)·2 hours
from$35/ person
via Viator
Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour - Max 12 Guests
Melbourne
Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour - Max 12 Guests
4.9(4,592)·12 hours
from$97/ 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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