Eat & Drink Melbourne: A Hospo-Led Walking Tour
Overview
3 hours 10 minutes
Mobile ticket
This tour begins the only way ‘Melbournians’ know how, coffee!
We learn about what gives Melbourne their rich Coffee Culture at a hidden inner city roastery.
We then explore the oldest market in Melbourne, soaking in the sights, sounds, and flavors of Melbourne’s vibrant food scene. Whilst learning about the markets interesting history. Get ready to snack on a broad range of fresh local produce.
For lunchtime, we’ll sit down for a delicious light meal at a local eatery, showcasing the city’s diverse culinary offerings.
Afterwards we will go to a local brewery where we can enjoy a fresh cold beverage.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Queen Victoria Market
On the walking tour, guests will immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the market, sampling a variety of delicious snacks from local vendors. As they stroll through the market, they’ll meet the passionate storeholders who bring the place to life, each with their own stories and specialties. Afte guests can enjoy a refreshing alcoholic beverage with lunch at a local eatery, making it the perfect opportunity to relax, mingle, and soak up the unique vibe of the market.
What‘s Included
Coffee at local coffee roastery
Bottled water
1 beer at a local brewery
Salamis, Artisan Cheeses, seasonal fruit, Small selection of fresh seafood, sweet treat to wrap up the experience,
Casual light lunch at local eatery
Tote Bag
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Eat & Drink Melbourne: A Hospo-Led Walking Tour
Reviews
18 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
If you're looking for a food tour, do yourself a favor and book this one
RebeccaK764,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We try to do a food tour in every city we visit, and this is easily one of the best we've ever done. Molly is a native Melbournian, a 2nd (or maybe 3rd?) generation foodie, and has spent her life steeped in Melbourne hospitality culture. So she knows good quality food and coffee. This isn't one of those tours what you go to three random "representative" restaurants. This is a stroll through the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere, sampling fresh produce, seafood, cheeses, cured meats, wine, and craft beer, all while getting a fascinating history of the market and the people working in it. There is a delicious lunch in there as well but I found it the least interesting part of the day. Molly is a fantastic and engaging tour guide; she is so knowledgeable and has great stories, including, but not limited to, Australian politics, the history of Melbourne coffee culture, and ghosts. If we had more time, I would have done her coffee tour as well (I also would have bought all the food we sampled 😂). Can't recommend her highly enough!
A tour of the Market, and Great tour of the food and drink
487blakeb,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the best tours my wife and I have been on in our travels. Molly was an awesome guide, showing us great spots and insights around Melbourne’s Queen Victoria Market. Her knowledge of the neighborhood and the vendors added to the experience. The food was fresh and provided a variety. The drinks, coffee and wine/beer options were thoughtfully planned. Would recommend this for anyone, and especially those in the first few days in the city, as the recommendations on places to go for foodies is great.
Molly customized our tour...
Diane M,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Molly customized our tour to best fit our needs. She was knowledgeable about the food and culture of Mebourne/Australia. Food and drink was awesome!
Hospo-led food tour
Lisa B,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Molly was a wonderful guide for this tour that included a cafe stop, several stops & tastings in the Queen Victoria Market, a small lunch at an interesting Japanese restaurant, ending with an adult beverage at a local brewery in the market. Very well organized & fun! Only little hiccup was where to meet because of the street numbers.
Molly is a super guide...
Teresa B,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Molly is a super guide and it was a lot of fun with her. Thanks for the good explanations!! Greetings to Molly.
Great afternoon with great food, what more can you ask for?
joshhH9368GE,Jul 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a fantastic time exploring the market and trying some amazing foods. Also the host Molly was super friendly and engaging.
Taste of Melbourne tours 10/10
wendy L,Jul 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had the best time on our tour this morning with Molly. We loved finding all of the little places that she took us to and learning about the history and what makes each place so special. Lunch was delicious and there were so many tasting places along the way which were all great. Thank you Molly and we would highly recommend her tour for everyone.
Like Exploring Melbourne with a Foodie Friend
C6482NPthomasb,Jun 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I can’t recommend Taste of Melbourne Tours enough – it was honestly one of the best things I’ve done in the city. From the get-go, our host Molly made everyone feel welcome. She’s warm, funny, and clearly knows her stuff when it comes to Melbourne’s food and drink scene. We wandered through laneways I’ve never noticed before, ducking into cosy cafés, cool little bars, and hidden eateries that I’d probably walk right past on my own. Every stop felt like a discovery! One of the nicest surprises was how friendly everyone on the tour was. It didn’t take long before we were all chatting like old friends – there’s something about bonding over great food and drinks that just brings people together. If you're into local flavours, good vibes, and want to see a side of Melbourne that most people miss, this tour is a must. Molly made it feel like we were being shown around by a friend who knows all the city’s best-kept secrets. Loved every minute of it!
Drink coffee like a Melbournian!
trava2025,Jun 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time wandering the streets of Melbourne and seeing the local roasters and cafes! Even when it was raining, Molly kept the mood high! She was insightful and taught me a lot about the coffee that is made in Melbourne. Would highly recommend!!
Fun tour!
G2891LNsamuels,Jun 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fun and interesting tour!! If you are a foodie this is the one for you, molly knew so much about local Melbourne food and venues, she had so many recommendations for the rest of our stay. Thanks Molly!
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