Get set to Melbourne

Top food and wine experiences in Melbourne

Food & wine

From cafes to bars, get a tasty snapshot of Melbourne's dining and drinking: dig in for hidden bars, seriously good coffee and excellent wine.

Melissa Leong, Style Queen

Official Guide

MasterChef host Melissa Leong shares her style secrets, go-to fashion designers and favourite Melbourne shopping destinations.

Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show

What's on

Green thumbs and flower fans flock to Australia's premier horticultural show each year, the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show.

What's new in Melbourne and Victoria

Melbourne

There's always somewhere new to discover in Melbourne. Uncover Melbourne’s revolving carnival of new bars and eateries, pop-ups and rebooted classics.

& Juliet

Pack your own bags and make a night of it seeing Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet shaken, stirred and spectacularly remixed.

Autumn events

Events

Celebrate the best of autumn at indoor and outdoor festivals and events along the coast and across Melbourne. Get out and have a wander.

Easter in Melbourne and Victoria

Have an egg-stra special Easter in Melbourne and Victoria. Enjoy an indulgent long weekend filled with chocolate, festivals and fun.

Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix™

Features

Plan your Melbourne visit around the Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix™ action at Albert Park. Eat, drink and explore from dawn to well after dark.

What's on

Victoria

Life's worth celebrating in Victoria. A packed calendar of events ensures there's a party in every corner of the state, whenever you visit.

Big Esso by Mabu Mabu

Restaurants

Big Esso is an all day bar and kitchen run by Torres Strait Islander chef Nornie Bero. Located in the heart of Fed Square, Big Esso is a celebration of...

Lona Misa

Restaurants

A rebellious renaissance from root to stem.Enter a timeless scene with Latin loved persuasions to revel amongst friends, to siesta, or simply sit and pass...

Aru

Restaurants

Aru is one of the newest restaurants in Melbourne, by the acclaimed team behind Sunda, and with a sleek fitout and private dining area. Inspired by the...

Dom's

Bars

At this three-level social club and pizzeria, you'll start the night with intimate pizza dining and end with peak city views on Dom's rooftop bar.

Grill Americano

Restaurants

Experience Italian elegance from famed restaurateur Chris Lucas. Grill Americano is open daily from 12:00pm.Grill Americano is located in Melbourne’s culinary...

Tres a Cinco

Bars

Frank Camorra of Movida fame lures your tastebuds to Mexico for top-notch tacos, tequila and ceviche. Salud!

Society

Restaurants

Society is Australia’s most anticipated restaurant opening of 2021. A statement of modern Australian design and sophisticated dining culture, the art of...

Rooftop at QT

Bars

Nestled amongst Melbourne's ever-expanding city skyline, quench your thirst while taking in the heart and soul of Melbourne from above.

Miss Mi Restaurant & Bar

Restaurants

From Bangkok to Borneo, Miss Mi takes you on a culinary journey across Asia, exploring traditional ingredients, exotic flavours and enticing aromas from...

Boozy History And Hidden Bars

Tours

More fun than a walking tour, classier than a pub crawl.The Boozy History And Hidden Bars tour takes you on an swashbuckling adventure through Melbourne’s...

The Foodie Discovery Walking Tour

Walking tours

Welcome to the Foodie Discovery walking tour.Join your experienced local guide to enjoy a fun and informative taste of Melbourne.This three hour walking...

CBD Street Art Tour

Walking tours

CBD Tour takes you on a journey of Melbourne’s famous street art laneways as well as venturing off the beaten track to discover the CBD’s hidden treasures...

Melbourne Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight

Ballooning tours

Melbourne is one of the only cities in the world you can traverse in a hot air balloon, which makes it a unique and iconic experience.

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens Tours

Tour operator

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Gardens has been a treasured part of Melbourne’s cultural life for more than 165 years - much loved by generations...

This Is Melbourne

Tour operator

At This Is Melbourne, they provide experiential ‘adventure’ for visitors and locals alike - all through the 'lens' of taste, smell and touch. Every experience...

Coffee Lovers Walk Tour

Walking tours

If you like coffee, then Walk Melbourne Tours has the tour for you.Discover Melbourne while enjoying the four best hand picked coffee venues, all having...

Melbourne City Sights & Sounds Private Experience

Tours

Melbourne is one of the most liveable cities in the world. Your Exclusive Tours provides you the freedom and flexibility to create, explore, and experience...

Progressive Degustation Walk

Walking tours

Hidden Secrets Tours Melbourne takes you on a Progressive Degustation Walk (formally Sommelier's City Walk).Passion for food and wine is a tradition in...

Giant Steps Cellar Door

Wineries

When the saxophonist John Coltrane split with Miles Davis in the late 50s, he wasted little time releasing his visionary Giant Steps album. Owner Phil...

Lake House

Hotels

Stay in luxurious waterfront suites, choose from a range of spa treatments in the manicured gardens, or take an afternoon stroll in Wombat Forest.

Unwind at 5 of Victoria's most relaxing spas

See & do

Take a moment for yourself and rejuvenate your mind and body at one of Victoria's top spas.

Flying Brick Cider House

Cideries

Open seven days a week, the Flying Brick Cider House is a retro-inspired landmark venue. Think innovative space, a tasting paddle of ciders, amazing food...

Jackalope Mornington Peninsula

Hotels

Prepare to be wowed by the sleek design and vineyard vistas of this luxury hotel on the Mornington Peninsula, featuring winery restaurant Rare Hare.

Victoria's best outdoor dining options

Features

Keep the beers rolling and the tunes pumping at Victoria's top outdoor venues this summer.

Breezy botanicals

Eat & drink

It's a breeze dropping by these regional gin distilleries on a day trip. Sit down to tastings and masterclasses or create your own gin paddles.