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Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Melbourne Private Tour

Private city tour with local guide covering Chinatown, Block Arcade, National Gallery of Victoria, hidden gems, local treat

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Excellent
7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 3 hours

See Melbourne from a different perspective on a relaxed city walk that combines well-known sights with lesser-known corners. As you move through the city, you’ll visit landmarks such as Chinatown, the Block Arcade and the National Gallery of Victoria. Along the way, a knowledgeable local guide will share stories and city secrets, pointing out hidden gems and giving context to the places you pass. A local treat is included, so you’ll also get a taste of Melbourne as part of the experience.

This is one of Withlocals’ signature Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tours. You’ll be guided by a passionate local who earns a fair fee, and the tour supports local economies by using local produce. Groups are small and non-intrusive, the route stays away from standard tourist trails, and the tours are run carbon‑neutral, so you can explore with a lighter footprint.

Why Visit

  • Knowledgeable local guide sharing storytelling and insider city insights
  • Local treat included featuring authentic Melbourne flavours
  • Small private groups to prevent over-tourism and ensure personal attention
  • Carbon-neutral tour supporting sustainable practices and local producers
  • Landmarks Chinatown Block Arcade and National Gallery of Victoria featured

What's included

  • Private tour
  • Local guide
  • 1 local drink/tasting

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    Accessibility

    • Public transit links nearby

    Tour available in your selected language

    English

    Additional information

    Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Private tour: only you & your local guide

    CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset

    Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour.

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Location

    Departure point

    Crown Melbourne, Crown Melbourne, Whiteman St 8, Southbank, 3006
    In front of Merrywell Bar and Dining Crown Riverwalk, Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006

    End point

    Crown Melbourne, Crown Melbourne, Whiteman St 8, Southbank, 3006

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