Melbourne Culinary Laneway Experiences

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About this activity

Some of the best places in Melbourne are the ones hidden from view. The most unassuming buildings in the city often house the best coffee, wine, food, or can lead you to a bustling rooftop or boutique retailer.

During our time together we explore some of the city’s best kept-secrets, moving through maze-like laneways, arcades and streets to uncover:

The city’s unique boutique retailers

Savour our own private coffee tasting with top baristas - I introduce you to Melbourne's signature cup of coffee that will transform your coffee drinking experience

Discover underground eateries housing the greatest artisan food producers

Indulge in wine tastings at one of the city's most sought out wine bars renowned for showcasing the best in European & Australian wines..

Sample some of the best culinary offerings from Melbourne’s greatest institutions.

This is a tailored experience created exclusively for your own private group.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Melbourne Culinary Laneway Experiences

Ages: Adults (18–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tea and coffee: We sample Melbourne's signature coffee drink in one of the city's secret hideaway locations
Included: Alcoholic beverages: Sample the best in European and Australian wine at this standout Melbourne venue, renowned for its high standard and reputation
Included: Snacks: Taste offerings from Melbourne's top institutions, and enjoy our shared grazing platter from local artisan producers

Itinerary

Degraves Street

45 min

This is a unique insiders-guide to Melbourne. We get to meet and speak with the operators of the city's most established dining and retail scene.

Our first stop is a chance to enjoy a breakfast feast at one the city's renowned institutions. I share what makes this particular place so unique and why it continues to stand apart from its competitors as one of the city's best establishments.
Centre Place

15 min Admission included

Melbourne is home to the most vibrant and bustling cafe and dining scene.

Knowing where to go and what to look for is essential.

You can easily miss a hidden wine bar or boutique retailer if you don't know what to pay attention to.

I show you some of Melbourne's gems as we explore the hidden laneways, stopping by one of the city's bespoke speciality chocolate stores for a tasting that showcases the best of this unique artisan producer
Collins Street

20 min

Getting off the beaten track, we head to one of Melbourne's iconic arcades. Housing some of the most established boutique retailers, our first stop is in one of the city's unique specialty food stores.

Let the aromas transport you, as our tea tasting gives you the chance to savour culinary delights that celebrate global flavours and has you dreaming of recipes to try out at home.
Hardware Lane

30 min

The best coffee roasters of Melbourne, are hidden from view. Our next stop is our own private coffee tasting session with one of the city's top barista's.

I introduce you to Melbourne's signature cup of coffee that will transform your coffee drinking experience in this unique hard-to-find converted warehouse space
Curtin House

10 min

This is one of the few exceptions on taking a main street in the city. This iconic multi-level building is home to a bustling cocktail lounge, roof-top bar, restaurant, cinema, boutique retailer and one of the most established bookstores on design and architecture.

Quintessential Melbourne, it is a blink-and-you'll-miss-it experience.
Parliament House of Victoria

30 min

The feast continues at the top end of Spring Street where our own final tastings, share plates, and wine are enjoyed!

Our last stop gives you the chance to indulge in a glass of wine at one of the city's most sought out wine bars renowned for showcasing the best in European & Australian wines.

Enjoy your remaining time at the top end of Spring Street, without rushing.

You’ll be in bliss, leaving Melbourne with memories of our time together in this fabulous city.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We meet at the top end of the city, at one of Melbourne's famous graffiti art streets and ultimate locations for extraordinary dining venues - AC/DC Lane