Melbourne

Half day in Melbourne with a local

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Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours 5.0
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Half day in Melbourne with a local

Inspiring attractions, vibrant street art and thriving coffee culture

Melbourne can experience all four seasons in a single day, so make sure you pack or wear layers and a compact umbrella!

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.

At a glance What’s included Things to know
Melbourne can experience all four seasons in a single day, so make sure you pack or wear layers and a compact umbrella!
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 location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What 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 most

What 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?
Per person incl.
taxes & fees $120.08 for
Adults (Aged 13+)
Children (Up to 12 years old)
$120.08
per person
including taxes & fees
Select a date and start time
Tailor your experience
Flexible start times
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

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Lisa Nov 2025

Rhonda did a fabulous job planning this Melbourne City tour. She emailed me a few times beforehand to get ideas about my interests for the tour, which was appreciated. She was engaging and informative. I couldn't have asked for anything more and am so glad I was able to do the tour with her. Strongly recommend Rhonda!!!!

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Deedee Oct 2025

We had a fantastic time learning about the city of Melbourne with Rhonda as our tour guide. We have been here a couple of times but only ventured out on our own. This customized tour is the best way to go if you are a first time visitor or have been here before. We saw what we wanted to see and didn’t have to waste time seeing things we weren’t interested in. The tour was ours to decide. We even cut it early when we were satisfied and had a beer with our new friend Rhonda. She even went out of her way to book me a hair appointment before we arrived, which was so helpful. Rhonda is the best!

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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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Maxim Oct 2025

Great tour, recommended for anyone visiting Melbourne to get familiar with the city and feel its vibe. Very much tailored to your liking.

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Helene Oct 2025

Ondrej spent four wonderful hours with us, showing us the city and giving us a real feel for Melbourne, not glossing over anything. It was truly an amazing experience. We saw some amazing street art and artists and toured the market, drank some wonderful coffee and ate some fantastic pastries. This was one of the highlights of our trip to Melbourne.

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Vladilena Oct 2025

Thanks a lot, Rhonda was amazing for our clients, they were absolutely happy. Appreciate collaboration with City Unscripted.

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Lisa, Nov 2025

Rhonda did a fabulous job planning this Melbourne City tour. She emailed me a few times beforehand to get ideas about my interests for the tour, which was appreciated. She was engaging and informative. I couldn't have asked for anything more and am so glad I was able to do the tour with her. Strongly recommend Rhonda!!!!

Deedee, Oct 2025

We had a fantastic time learning about the city of Melbourne with Rhonda as our tour guide. We have been here a couple of times but only ventured out on our own. This customized tour is the best way to go if you are a first time visitor or have been here before. We saw what we wanted to see and didn’t have to waste time seeing things we weren’t interested in. The tour was ours to decide. We even cut it early when we were satisfied and had a beer with our new friend Rhonda. She even went out of her way to book me a hair appointment before we arrived, which was so helpful. Rhonda is the best!

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!

Maxim, Oct 2025

Great tour, recommended for anyone visiting Melbourne to get familiar with the city and feel its vibe. Very much tailored to your liking.

Helene, Oct 2025

Ondrej spent four wonderful hours with us, showing us the city and giving us a real feel for Melbourne, not glossing over anything. It was truly an amazing experience. We saw some amazing street art and artists and toured the market, drank some wonderful coffee and ate some fantastic pastries. This was one of the highlights of our trip to Melbourne.

Vladilena, Oct 2025

Thanks a lot, Rhonda was amazing for our clients, they were absolutely happy. Appreciate collaboration with City Unscripted.