Things to do & Places to Visit in Melbourne

Things to do in Melbourne

Last Minute Day Tours offer tours all around Victoria, departing daily from Melbourne. We’ve got plenty of day tours from Melbourne, travelling to spectacular destinations at affordable prices. We have plenty of tours that head to some incredible Melbourne locations at affordable prices.

Melbourne City Highlights

Welcome to one of the most liveable cities in the world. Whether you’re into sport, food, music, wine, or the outdoors, Melbourne has got something for everyone.

In and around the city of Melbourne, you won’t be short on things to do! Melbourne is a city bursting with art, music, and culture. Visit the iconic NGV museum, the MCG, or check out the many bars in the city! Melbourne has the most cafes in the world, per capita; you’ll find an incredible cup of coffee on nearly every corner. Voted the most liveable city in the world, Melbourne is a city that has it all. For art and culture, check out the iconic NGV (National Gallery of Victoria), or wander through Hosier Lane for the graffiti street art in Melbourne’s most iconic laneway.

Sports fans should head to the MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground), or check out what sports are on, depending on the season. In Melbourne in the winter? Get yourself to an AFL game. Visiting in the middle of summer? Perhaps you’ll catch the Australian Open or a Boxing Day Test Match.

The Best Melbourne Day Trips

There’s heaps to see in Melbourne, but there’s also heaps to see outside of the city too! Hop on a day trip from Melbourne to explore outside of the city.

The best day trips from Melbourne are:

Phillip Island – Watch the cutest display of nature! The Penguin Parade at Phillip Island promises great views and wholesome vibes. Our Phillip Island day tours depart from Melbourne daily.
Great Ocean Road – For beautiful views and stunning ocean scenery, and the iconic 12 Apostles rock formation. Our Great Ocean Road tour departs from Melbourne daily.
Yarra Valley – Wine and food lovers should sample a glass of Aussie grapes in the beautiful Yarra Valley.
Mornington Peninsula – Dip your toes into a pool of luxury! Head over to the Mornington Peninsula and soak up the body-loving minerals in the relaxing natural spa pools.
The Grampians – Visit the Grampians for a mountainous adventure that promises breathtaking views and pretty waterfalls.
Sovereign Hill – Explore the immersive museum at Sovereign Hill! Take a step back in time to the 1800s and experience Gold Rush Victoria.
Puffing Billy and the Dandenong Ranges – Catch the Puffing Billy, one of the world’s oldest steam trains, which explores the Dandenong Ranges.