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Melbourne · NIGHTLIFE

13 Nightlife Experiences in Melbourne Actually Worth Booking

13 reviewed

Melbourne’s Living Laneway Scene: Local Bars and Their Stories

Melbourne's Living Laneway Scene: Local Bars and Their Stories - The Walking Pace and What to Expect in 3.5 Hours

1.Melbourne’s Living Laneway Scene: Local Bars and Their Stories

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 542 reviews · from $63Our pick

Taste Melbourne’s laneway bar scene on a 3.5-hour small-group walk: four stops, first drink included each time, local stories included.

“Great way to learn some history of Melbourne and discover some hidden gems. Tour guide was lovely and picked out some great bars plus gave us a list of other hidden bars to check out on our next visit. We got 4 cocktails and nibbles included which was great. Highly recommend.”

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Melbourne: Local Laneway Bars and Their Stories

Melbourne: Local Laneway Bars and Their Stories - The Start: Gordon Reserve and Getting Oriented Fast

2.Local Laneway Bars and Their Stories

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 305 reviews · 3 hours · from $63

A 3-hour small-group laneway bar walk in Melbourne: four story-led venues, a first drink included, and practical tips to keep you exploring.

“We had a great time our guide was knowledgeable, interactive and looked after us - definitely recommend this tour.”

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Hidden Bars & Laneway Legends Tour Of Melbourne

Hidden Bars & Laneway Legends Tour Of Melbourne - Oliver Lane, ACDC Lane, and Duckboard Place: walking through street art history

Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour

Creepy Tales, Bars & Laneways Of Melbourne Walking Tour - Price ($46.61): what you’re really paying for, and what costs extra

Hidden Bars of Melbourne

Hidden Bars of Melbourne - What’s actually included: two cocktails, not a full meal plan

6.Hidden Bars of Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 38 reviews · from $121

Walk Melbourne’s laneways for hidden cocktail bars with an expert guide, up to 15 stops, and two included cocktails in 3h45.

“WOW, where does one start. Started meeting with San who was welcoming, warm & friendly. Personalised call to confirm we were attending and let us know where to meet n greet. We joined another couple and off we went, small and Read more”

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Melbourne Pub Crawl (Batmania Tours)

Melbourne Pub Crawl (Batmania Tours) - Stop 2: The Next Bar in the City With Games, Awards, and Another Welcome Shot

7.Melbourne Pub Crawl (Batmania Tours)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $17Best value

Melbourne Pub Crawl by Batmania Tours takes you through four bars with welcome shots, games, and a guide plan for an easy 3–4 hour night.

“My partner and I had the best time, we met so many new people and can’t wait to come back! This is a must when visiting Melbourne or if you’re looking to meet new people.”

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Whisky Bars & Gin Joints: Melbourne Walking Tour

Whisky Bars & Gin Joints: Melbourne Walking Tour - Stop 1: Little Lon Distilling Co. gin tastings with cheese (45 minutes)

8.Whisky Bars & Gin Joints: Melbourne Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · from $121

2.5-hour small-group Melbourne gin and whisky walking tour with included tastings, stories, bar map, and a secret distillery finish.

“What a great afternoon tour! Very informative and entertaining to hear about the history of whiskey and gin in Australia. The secret bars had lots of character and served really good gin and whiskeys. Mer was delightful and gave a very memorable tour!”

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Melbourne Beer Tour – Hidden Bars & Local Brews

Melbourne Beer Tour – Hidden Bars & Local Brews - Getting oriented: meeting point and the first steps in the city

9.Melbourne Beer Tour – Hidden Bars & Local Brews

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 12 reviews · 3 hours · from $239

A small-group Melbourne beer tour with tram rides, 3 brewery stops in Collingwood, paired snacks, and a local guide like Tristan.

“amazing tour, bought us to good bar and restaurant. Tristan is a an amazing and very friendly tour guide. Highly recommend if you like beer and discover new food and restaurant”

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Melbourne: Hidden Bars & Creepy Tales Walking Tour

Melbourne: Hidden Bars & Creepy Tales Walking Tour - Meeting at Queen Victoria Market, Then Letting the Night Set the Tone

10.Hidden Bars & Creepy Tales Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 3 hours · from $46

Walk Melbourne’s laneways for spooky tales and three hidden bars, starting at Queen Victoria Market and ending in Flinders Lane.

“Great fun. Bridget (Bluestone) was THE BEST. She was engaging, fun and so knowlegeable. Loved her enthusiasm and the fun facts were fascinating. I've waxed lyrical to friends and colleagues since the tour and they're all interested in booking it. The final Speakeasy Bar we visited was the coolest and after talking to friends, they booked a table for the weekend. Thanks so much.”

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Melbourne: Hidden Bars & Laneway Legends Walking Tour

Melbourne: Hidden Bars & Laneway Legends Walking Tour - Laneways with stories: the history thread that ties the route together

11.Hidden Bars & Laneway Legends Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 9 reviews · 3 hours · from $46

A 3-hour Melbourne laneway walk with stories and 3 bar stops, plus plenty of photo-worthy stops across the CBD east side.

“The guide Jay of Drinking History Tours was delightful in conversation, and we had many a wonderful discussion ranging from Melbourne history which was informative, to our shared travel interests, and politics. The visits to the selected bars showed us a range of choices. And Jay accompanied us at the end to an additional bar of our own choosing, Caretaker Tavern, delaying the end of our tour time, which was appreciated. Highly recommended tour for first timers to Melbourne.”

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Melbourne Music Venue Pub Crawl with History + 2 Free Drinks

Melbourne Music Venue Pub Crawl with History + 2 Free Drinks - Where you start: Lulie Tavern and the Americana opening move