Melbourne Food Tour Hidden Laneways: History & Progressive Lunch
Overview
Discover why Melbourne is crowned the culinary capital of Australia. Leave the tourist traps behind and step inside the city’s rich, multicultural history on this 4-hour progressive lunch walking tour. Led by an expert local guide, you’ll taste your way through the stories of the immigrant communities that shaped the city's iconic food scene.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Try Melbourne Famous Coffee at our carefully selected cafes
- Lunch Indulge in a progressive meal at 4 carefully chosen culinary havens, each with a unique story to tell. From artisanal ice cream, Chinatown's vibrancy to authentic flavours of Australian cuisine.
- A wander through local spice shops, learn about the spices & ingredients from the different regions
- A visit and introduction to the Immigration Museum, including access to special exhibitions
- Alcoholic beverages Tasting are included in the tour, you are welcome to make any additional purchases you would like.
Meeting Location
400 Flinders Street
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
238 Flinders Street
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Corner of Swanston and Flinders streets
What To Expect
Immigration Museum Exploration: Delve into the heart of Melbourne's multicultural history with exclusive access to special exhibitions, revealing the city's vibrant past—a highlight among Melbourne walking tours.
Melbourne Foodie Stops: Indulge in a progressive meal at four carefully chosen culinary havens, each with a unique story to tell. From the famed coffee culture to artisanal ice cream delights, Chinatown's vibrancy to the authentic flavors of Australian cuisine, every bite is a revelation—a key attraction for Melbourne food tours.
Spice Shop Discovery: Wander through local spice shops, unlocking the secrets of diverse ingredients that contribute to Melbourne's global culinary allure.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-5519P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Try Melbourne Famous Coffee at our carefully selected cafes.
- Lunch. Indulge in a progressive meal at 4 carefully chosen culinary havens, each with a unique story to tell. From artisanal ice cream, Chinatown's vibrancy to authentic flavours of Australian cuisine.
- A wander through local spice shops, learn about the spices & ingredients from the different regions.
- A visit and introduction to the Immigration Museum, including access to special exhibitions.
- Alcoholic beverages. Tasting are included in the tour, you are welcome to make any additional purchases you would like.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Melbourne Food Tour Hidden Laneways: History & Progressive Lunch is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Melbourne Food Tour Hidden Laneways: History & Progressive Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeTry Melbourne Famous Coffee at our carefully selected cafes
- LunchIndulge in a progressive meal at 4 carefully chosen culinary havens, each with a unique story to tell. From artisanal ice cream, Chinatown's vibrancy to authentic flavours of Australian cuisine.
- A wander through local spice shops, learn about the spices & ingredients from the different regions
- A visit and introduction to the Immigration Museum, including access to special exhibitions
- Alcoholic beveragesTasting are included in the tour, you are welcome to make any additional purchases you would like.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
