Melbourne
Half day in Melbourne with a local
Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours
4.9
(46)
Half day in Melbourne with a local
Inspiring attractions, vibrant street art and thriving coffee culture
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Visit some of the most famous attractions that make Melbourne so popular
- Discover the city's unique creative side defined by its vibrant street art, community art projects and modern galleries
- Shop at a local market where you can pick up fresh fruit and vegetables, preloved treasures and streetfood
- Explore one of Melbourne's trendy neighbourhoods or keep things past paced in the famous central areas
- Discover the city's thriving coffee culture with a stop at one of its trendy cafes
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
A totally private and personalised experience
4 hours with a host
Start when you like
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Sunblock (watch the sunburn!)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
If you are stopping over in Melbourne for just a short time, why not make the most of your adventure and spend it with a local who can show you the sights?
This personalized experience with one of our local Melbourne hosts will be like exploring Melbourne with a friend and, while you may not be able to see the entire city in just a few hours, you can still gain an authentic and engaging impression while forming loads of new memories (and snapping tons of pics for IG!).
Your host will be there to help you actualize any experience you’ve dreamt of in Melbourne. You could visit the iconic sights like Fitzroy Gardens, the architecturally iconic Melbourne Train Station or browse the dozens of unique and quirky eateries and coffee shops lining the lively city streets.
Perhaps you would like to visit a local market where you can pick up fresh fruit and vegetables, preloved treasures, and street food, or check out the city's colorful street art?
And if you get hungry you could always wander into a local eatery for an authentic taste of Melbourne, or sit down to chat with your host over a cuppa at a hip and trendy cafe.
Melbourne caters to everyone and the opportunities to embrace its beauty, culture, and heritage are everywhere - you just need to know where to look.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Real Stories, Real Connections
See our hosts and guests creating memories
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What travelers think of our Melbourne experiences
Laura
Oct 2025
I did the Melbourne: City Highlights & Hidden Gem Private Walking Tour with Ondrej, and it was absolutely fantastic! As I was travelling alone, I really appreciated how friendly, easy-going, and engaging Ondrej was — it felt like exploring the city with a knowledgeable local friend. He tailored the tour perfectly to my interests, showing me both Melbourne’s iconic landmarks and hidden corners I never would have discovered on my own. Ondrej also took wonderful photos throughout the day — of me and of the city — and sent them afterward, which was such a thoughtful touch and a great way to remember the experience. His passion for Melbourne really shines through, and his stories and insights made the city come alive. I couldn’t have asked for a better guide or a better day. Highly recommend this tour — especially with Ondrej!
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John
Oct 2025
Ondrej knew all the interesting spots in Melbourne. He loves sports, and so do I. He is knowledgeable about the history of the city, including going back 200 years or 1 year. I would book a tour with him again.
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Anthony
May 2025
Michael was extremely knowledgeable and provided me with information that made Melbourne such an interesting place to visit. He provided cultural values and historical aspects that enabled me to appreciate my time I’m spending in this wonderful city.. He was an excellent guide and I enjoyed my time spent with him.
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Hollis
May 2025
I am so excited to have found City Unscripted! I can’t believe we had a dedicated, local tour guide for such an affordable price. They have you complete a questionnaire to match up your interests. Our guide, Cherida, was wonderful. She provided a great overview of the city for us. I will be looking for City Unscripted on all my new cities I visit!
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Kenneth
Apr 2025
Jane
Mar 2025
Todays tour of all those places we would not have found , the knowledge gained was in valuable and loved every minute
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