QUEEN VICTORIA MARKET

Discover the most delicious flavors of Australia at Melbourne's Queen Victoria Market. Beat the crowds with an early access tour and enjoy more time to savor the food as you chat with local producers.

Embark on a 3.5-hour journey through Melbourne with a knowledgeable driver/guide who will take you through the city's highlights and hidden gems. Sit back and relax in the comfortable AC vehicle as you delve into the heart of this vibrant city. Discover Melbourne's famous street art laneway, Hosier Lane. Ascend to the Shrine of Remembrance to pay your respects to those who served in WWI while enjoying a stunning view of the city. Stop briefly at the Melbourne Cricket Ground Forecourt to capture photos of the stadium, known for hosting renowned world sporting events. Take a moment of serenity at the Conservatory in Fitzroy Gardens. Visit St Patrick's Cathedral, an architectural marvel crafted from bluestone and sandstone in an intricate Gothic Revival style. Conclude your tour with a visit to the Old Melbourne Gaol, a Gothic-inspired prison once home to infamous criminals such as Squizzy Taylor. From Past to Present Enrich your experience with the exclusive 'Journeys Through Time' presentation, accessible via a unique QR code provided by your guide. Immerse yourself in Melbourne's captivating history and gain a deeper appreciation for the remarkable transformation of this vibrant city from its past to the modern metropolis you explore today. Itinerary Paris End of Collins Street Hosier Lane Flinders Street Station, St Paul's Cathedral, Federation Square, Arts Precinct Shrine of Remembrance Sports Precinct Melbourne Cricket Ground Forecourt Old Treasury Building and Parliament House St Patrick's Cathedral Fitzroy Gardens: Cook's Cottage and Conservatory Little Lon Distilling Co Old Melbourne Gaol Little Italy, Royal Exhibition Building, and Queen Victoria Market

Melbourne is consistently one of the most liveable cities in the world. Why? The food. As a food photographer and writer living in Melbourne for over 20 years, I contributed to the New York Times, Gourmet Traveller, Good Food Guide, Broadsheet, and self-published a cookbook during COVID. On this 3-hour walk, let me show you how to eat like a local. We begin by meeting in the city and end at the Queen Victoria Market. Sandwiched (ahem) in between will be bite-size samples of the city's best coffees, bakeries, chocolate, fried chicken, ice creams, and more. As we walk, I’ll share stories about the city’s food culture and my experiences as a food critic; and point out iconic landmarks along the way. If you're new to the city, it's an opportunity to make like-minded friends. "People who love to eat, are always the best people." Thank you, Julia Child. If you're a local, here are more reasons to love this city.