MELBOURNE
Melbourne’s best days out.
The 11 most popular dinner experiences in Melbourne and across Victoria. What each day actually delivers, who runs it and what it costs.
Spirit of Melbourne dinner cruise on the Yarra River: 4-course meal, premium drinks, and skyline views past landmarks in about 3 hours.
Most Popular“This was a fantastic way to end our holiday in Melbourne, the food was mouthwatering, service was brilliant. Great value for money. I would definitely do this again. It was one of the highlights of our holiday.”
3-hour Yarra River dinner cruise in Melbourne with a 4-course meal, drinks included, and famous city sights from the boat.
Paddle Melbourne’s Yarra at sunset, eat fish and chips on the water, then glide through Southbank night lights on a stable kayak.
Kayak the Yarra at sunset with fish and chips served on board, watch Crown Casino’s fireball display, then glide past Melbourne landmarks.
“Thoroughly enjoyed my 3 hours on the water gliding along the river and catching all the city sights. Kayak instructor was very informative for our group of 10 kayaks and having dinner on the water was a different experience not to be missed. Tour operator was well organised. Wouldn’t hesitate to do it all again.”
A small-group evening progressive dinner through Melbourne’s Chinatown and laneways, with 4–6 tastings, a drink stop, and dessert.
“Simon gave us an amazing tour of the downtown district with so many restaurant highlights. He introduced us to so many different tastes and we loved them all. It was a wonderful way to spend our first evening in Melbourne! We would highly recommend Simon’s tour!”
Melbourne Skydeck Altitude Dining pairs Positron 6-D VR with a 3-course dinner at Eureka 89 for big city views in 90 minutes.
Private First Class dining for two on Melbourne’s Bellarine Railway, five local courses with wine pairing, Swan Bay views, tea/coffee.
“The service on the train was superb. We are not wine drinkers but had amazing mock tails made up for each course. Each course was extremely tasty and just the right amount.”
Private Yarra Valley night tour with tastings at Barrique and Healesville, plus a 2-course dinner at Meletos, with free pickup.
“Beafifull experience with Elliot. Terrific guide, very kind. I love the trip. I am Juan from Argentina. I highly recomended it”
3-hour Q Train dinner from Drysdale: five-course local produce, sunset Bellarine views, and a historic rail ride.
“A truly fabulous experience. The staff on this train are just wonderful. They just make this such a special experience. The food was beautiful and the train was awesome. Thoroughly recommend th Q train”
Private Mornington Peninsula nature day from Melbourne: Dendy Street photos, Moonlit Sanctuary wildlife, Arthurs Seat Eagle chairlift, and picnic dinner.
Eynesbury Homestead dinner and ghost tour near Melbourne with a 2-course meal, a 1.5-hour lantern walk, and eerie estate stops.
Private romantic Yarra River dinner cruise for two with a 3-course meal, beer and wine, and Melbourne city lights in about 90 minutes.
“It was one of the best experiences of my life - I proposed to my girlfriend in the middle of the Yaara river and it was delightful and romantic. The Skipper, Panda made us feel special and our conversations made the evening extra special - Thanks you for everything :)”
The laneways and the bay, and every road out to the coast and the ranges.
