Melinda at Hidden Secrets Tours was a fabulous private guide who showed my husband and me both well-known Melbourne places and hidden street art, arcades and coffee houses. She knew both Melbourne’s history and today’s chic and bohemian hot spots. Our four-hour tour included a stop at a delightful coffee house and Asian restaurant for lunch. We highly recommend Melinda and Hidden Secrets Tours!
Unique experiences for curious travellers.
Discover the charm of Melbourne with our award-winning guided walking tours, ideal for both locals and visitors! Whether you are a lifelong Melburnian or here for the first time, the Hidden Secrets way is to find a secret or two, and delve into the city’s vibrant culture and history.
Choose from themed itineraries, or bespoke options.
Why we love Melbourne for walking tours
Our walking tours of the city CBD allow us to introduce you to the culture and characteristics for which Melbourne is famous. Difficult to describe, but such a feeling: Melbourne has a subtle vibe with endless hidden secrets tucked inside covered walkways locally known as arcades, and down character filled laneways, which deserve an introduction. A big city can look like many other places, and there is not always time to get lost, and discover the new or local discrete corners. We live and breathe our city, now for over 20 years, in work and play. We have seen the streets and architecture change, we can share the history or now, as well as that of generations past. Heroing the amazing local businesses and the local creatives within this city grid is essential in our mission of discovery.
Taking part in one of our great tours of Melbourne city will open your eyes up to a world you may have previously walked right passed. Stroll through captivating laneways and historical arcades, uncover street art, and enjoy hidden cafes. Be fascinated by stories and insights shared by our passionate local hosts. Perfect for visitors and locals alike, our walking tours have something to offer all city, art, architecture or cafe enthusiasts. We specialise in what makes Melbourne tick.
Choose from intimate small group tours or personalised private walks, perfect for corporate or school events too. Experience a unique side of Melbourne—book your unforgettable tour today and explore its rich character whilst making your own marvellous Melbourne memories.
Private & Group Walking Tours
Small Group tours of Melbourne, Private tours in Melbourne, Corporate and School tours all available. It’s the perfect answer to ‘what should I do in Melbourne?’
Reviews
5 out of 5 on Trip Advisor
We’re proud to have received the Trip Advisor Hall of Fame Certificate of Excellence
Wonderful, insightful, knowledgeable, delicious fun tour with Liz. History, architecture, politics, sports, food, coffee, little food gems etc etc
100% recommended
What a delightful experience with Fiona! We had such a wonderful time with lots of laughter and exchange of stories! Fiona is a great storyteller and she brings the history of Melbourne to life in a fun way! We got to know great restaurants hidden in little nooks and alleys, best of all, the pairing with the wine and food experience is fantastic! If you are a foodie, this is something you must sign up!
The tour had a great mix of history, architecture, and street art. We went to places and saw things that we certainly would have missed if we were on our own. The tour went at a good pace and there was a nice coffee and hot chocolate break half way through where we sat in a historic arcade. Our tour guide, Judy, clearly has a passion for the city and imparting her vast knowledge to us. The small group size with the tour is essential to its success as many of the lanes and other areas were narrow or had some background noise. Suggest doing this tour early in your stay in Melbourne. The tour exceeded our expectations!