The best ³Ô¹ÏÍø experience gifts
Left your shopping to the last minute, or just not sure what to get? These excellent experience gifts take mere minutes to book in and offer hours of enjoyment.
Blockbuster events to book
Yayoi Kusama
From polka dots to pumpkins, Yayoi Kusama comes to NGV with a world-premiere blockbuster exhibition.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.
TINA: The Tina Turner Musical
The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
Cats & Dogs
From cattle dogs to lap dogs, divine felines to cat superstitions, explore more than 250 works.
The Nanny Exhibit
An immersive exhibit showcasing the style and flare of the beloved ‘90s sitcom, The Nanny.
Foodie experiences, tours and tastings
Bakery Hill Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting
Learn how Bakery Hill produces its malts on a tour and tasting led by a distiller.
Rosso Coffee Experience: Specialty Coffee Roastery & Cafe
North ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s hub for coffee: expert roasting, gourmet food and hands-on experiences.
Chocolate Family Adventure Day
Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.
River cruises and boat hire
³Ô¹ÏÍø River Cruises
Sit back and relax as your captain details the history of ³Ô¹ÏÍø on a river cruise.
Classic Steamboat Cruises
Public and private cruises and transport to events along the Yarra and Maribyrnong rivers.
Lady Cutler ³Ô¹ÏÍø Showboat
Cruise ³Ô¹ÏÍø on the Lady Cutler ³Ô¹ÏÍø Showboat, offering a range of cruising events.
³Ô¹ÏÍø walking tours
Chocoholic Tours
This chocolate walking tour visits some of the city's best chocolatiers with exclusive experiences.
Hidden Secrets Tours
Indulge and discover the city's hidden charm with ³Ô¹ÏÍø's original laneway walking tours.
Mystery Picnic: ³Ô¹ÏÍø Laneways
Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.
The Complete ³Ô¹ÏÍø Walking Tour
Uncover the best of ³Ô¹ÏÍø's laneways, history and more in our three hour walking experience.
The ultimate guide to walking tours in ³Ô¹ÏÍø
Guided tours that weave through ³Ô¹ÏÍø's hidden gems, foodie spots and street art.
³Ô¹ÏÍø Sights Walking Tour
Uncover the stories behind ³Ô¹ÏÍø's landmarks, gardens and events on this walking tour.
Art, History, Food and Wine Walking Tour
The perfect introduction to ³Ô¹ÏÍø – street art, curious tales, wine tasting and tapas.
Sports Precinct Walking Tour
Explore ³Ô¹ÏÍø's sports precinct on foot with a local guide, including a tour of the MCG.
Mystery Basement Bar Hop
Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.
Best gigs to book
Crystalline Resonance: Final Fantasy Piano Concert
Final Fantasy melodies come to life under the fingers of virtuoso pianists.
Kygo: World Tour Part Two
See the global superstar, producer and DJ in concert, with special guests Cyril and Xandra.
Workshops and hands-on activties
Mosaic Class: Turkish Lamp Workshop
Learn about ancient mosaic art and create a beautiful Turkish lamp.
Paint and Sip Class: Ceramic Bowls and Plates
Immerse yourself in the delightful and creative experience of Paint and Sip class.
Resin Art Class: Tray and Cheeseboard
Make abstract art and discover the magic of working with resin.
The best activities and attractions
Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade
The Royal Exhibition Building opens its doors to a unique view unseen for 100 years.
³Ô¹ÏÍø Skydeck
This 300m high public observation deck captures everything that is special about ³Ô¹ÏÍø.
Oche
A blend of superlative cuisine, cocktails, and state-of-the-art electronic darts gaming experience.
Holey Moley Golf Club
Holey Moley offers a mini golf course and bar with 27 themed holes plus a karaoke room.
Heroes
Vibrant and lively vertical laneway of private karaoke rooms, open mic karaoke bar and rooftop bar.
Yum Sing House Restaurant & Karaoke Bar
Modern Asian dining and late-night karaoke with the hedonistic spirit of 1960s Hong Kong.
Fortress ³Ô¹ÏÍø
Fortress ³Ô¹ÏÍø is the home of games, located over two levels inside Emporium ³Ô¹ÏÍø.
Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq
One-stop entertainment venue with arcade games, bowling lanes, dodgem cars and cocktail bar.
Monopoly Dreams
Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.
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³Ô¹ÏÍø's most iconic shops
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Last updated on Fri 27 Dec 2024
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