Some of the best places in Melbourne are the ones hidden from view. The most unassuming buildings in the city often house the best coffee, wine, food, or can lead you to a bustling rooftop or boutique retailer. During our time together we explore some of the city’s best kept-secrets, moving through maze-like laneways, arcades and streets to uncover: The city’s unique boutique retailers Savour our own private coffee tasting with top baristas - I introduce you to Melbourne's signature cup of coffee that will transform your coffee drinking experience Discover underground eateries housing the greatest artisan food producers Indulge in wine tastings at one of the city's most sought out wine bars renowned for showcasing the best in European & Australian wines.. Sample some of the best culinary offerings from Melbourne’s greatest institutions. This is a tailored experience created exclusively for your own private group.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
This is a unique insiders-guide to Melbourne. We get to meet and speak with the operators of the city's most established dining and retail scene. Our first stop is a chance to enjoy a breakfast feast at one the city's renowned institutions. I share what makes this particular place so unique and why it continues to stand apart from its competitors as one of the city's best establishments.
Melbourne is home to the most vibrant and bustling cafe and dining scene. Knowing where to go and what to look for is essential. You can easily miss a hidden wine bar or boutique retailer if you don't know what to pay attention to. I show you some of Melbourne's gems as we explore the hidden laneways, stopping by one of the city's bespoke speciality chocolate stores for a tasting that showcases the best of this unique artisan producer
Getting off the beaten track, we head to one of Melbourne's iconic arcades. Housing some of the most established boutique retailers, our first stop is in one of the city's unique specialty food stores. Let the aromas transport you, as our tea tasting gives you the chance to savour culinary delights that celebrate global flavours and has you dreaming of recipes to try out at home.
The best coffee roasters of Melbourne, are hidden from view. Our next stop is our own private coffee tasting session with one of the city's top barista's. I introduce you to Melbourne's signature cup of coffee that will transform your coffee drinking experience in this unique hard-to-find converted warehouse space
This is one of the few exceptions on taking a main street in the city. This iconic multi-level building is home to a bustling cocktail lounge, roof-top bar, restaurant, cinema, boutique retailer and one of the most established bookstores on design and architecture. Quintessential Melbourne, it is a blink-and-you'll-miss-it experience.
The feast continues at the top end of Spring Street where our own final tastings, share plates, and wine are enjoyed! Our last stop gives you the chance to indulge in a glass of wine at one of the city's most sought out wine bars renowned for showcasing the best in European & Australian wines. Enjoy your remaining time at the top end of Spring Street, without rushing. You’ll be in bliss, leaving Melbourne with memories of our time together in this fabulous city.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Melbourne Culinary Laneway Experiences lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $163 per person for this Melbourne experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 10:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is We meet at the top end of the city, at one of Melbourne's famous graffiti art streets and ultimate locations for extraordinary dining venues - AC/DC Lane. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Melbourne Culinary Laneway Experiences.
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Travel is about connection, connecting with the local people and the place, and this tour allows you to do just that. Paula encourages you to connect with the story behind the sites and will engage in deep and meaningful conversation. It had been a while since I was last in Melbourne and I felt I was looking at the city anew. This tour is a gem for interstate and international visitors alike.
Paula gave us an excellent tour. With a love of architecture and history, she gave us quite a lot of information about the growth and buildings of the city through history which complimented the day so much. We ate in the little hidden-away spots that she loves to share and thoroughly enjoyed our time together. It was lovely!
A fantastic morning. Paula is a genuine and lovely host. Lots of great tips as we explored Melbourne CBD. Our stops were all fantastic. Paula has an intimate knowledge and love of her home town and it shows. Highly recommended
We enjoyed Paula and she was very knowledgeable about the Laneways of Melbourne. Good tour. I would recommend this for someone who wants to get off the beaten path.
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