About this tour
A four-hour guided tour through Melbourne's best-kept bar venues, from tucked-away speakeasies in graffitied laneways to rooftop bars with city views. Your guide navigates you through heritage-listed drinking dens and contemporary cocktail spots, sharing the stories behind the city's drinking culture while you taste your way through neighbourhood gems. Your first drink is included, and the tour uses Melbourne's free tram zone to hop between locations.
Highlights
- First cocktail included at opening venue
- Hidden speakeasies behind unmarked doors
- Rooftop bars with panoramic Melbourne skyline views
- Heritage buildings from gold-rush era
- Insider tips from local guide
- Navigate via free tram zone
- Graffiti laneways and quirky bars
- Local history and venue stories
What to expect
You'll start in a central Melbourne laneway and work through a curated route of four to five bars, spending roughly 45 minutes at each stop. Your guide opens doors to places most visitors miss—some marked only by a small sign, others hidden entirely behind unmarked facades. You'll sample what's on offer (paying per drink after your first), hear anecdotes about the buildings' past, and get a feel for how different neighbourhoods drink. Expect a mix of candlelit back rooms, rooftop terraces, and craft cocktail bars run by bartenders who know their craft. The pace is leisurely; this isn't speed-drinking.
Good to know
Wear comfortable shoes for walking between venues. The tour moves via the free tram zone, so no extra transport costs. Bring cash or card—venues vary on payment methods. You'll pay for drinks beyond the first one as you go. Service animals welcome. Suitable for all fitness levels.
Frequently asked
- How long does Melbourne Bar Experience take?
- Melbourne Bar Experience runs for approximately 4 hours.
- How much does Melbourne Bar Experience cost?
- Prices start from AUD $89 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Melbourne Bar Experience run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Melbourne Bar Experience?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. AU & NZ Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original AU & NZ Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.