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³Ô¹ÏÍø's best free date ideas
Swipe right without maxing your debit card and try these free date ideas
The best free museums and art galleries in ³Ô¹ÏÍø
Explore world-class museums, edgy artist-run spaces and blockbuster exhibitions for free.
Walks and itineraries
These self-guided walks and itineraries will help you discover ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best sights.
Free things to do with kids in ³Ô¹ÏÍø
Get the kids out and explore these free events and adventures for an awesome day of fun.
Free things to do in ³Ô¹ÏÍø every day
Have a grand day out on a budget at ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best free experiences, attractions and exhibits.
Bourke Street Mall Busking
Meet ³Ô¹ÏÍø's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking program.
Five free must-do ³Ô¹ÏÍø walks
It’s time to get out and about in the city. Have a wander with these free guides.
³Ô¹ÏÍø Book Market
³Ô¹ÏÍø Book Market is a curated collection of more than 5,000 new and pre-loved titles.
Queen Victoria Market
This beloved ³Ô¹ÏÍø landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.
Makers Market at The District
This outdoor undercover monthly Sunday market at Docklands features craft, gifts, fashion and food.
Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
The world’s first major gallery dedicated exclusively to Australian art.
Open House ³Ô¹ÏÍø Weekend
The Open House ³Ô¹ÏÍø Weekend invites you to explore ³Ô¹ÏÍø's great examples of good design.
Things you can only see in the city
Uncover secret rooms, historic architecture and iconic landmarks found only in the city.
Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu
Each month, watch a movie on the big screen, including contemporary, classic and documentary films.
³Ô¹ÏÍø's best Lunar New Year events
Featuring lion dances, delicious street food and weekend pop-ups.
Auto-Photo: A Life in Portraits Artist Floor Talk
Floor Talk with Mark Holsworth, Julie Mac and Carrie Kennedy, Ben Morieson and Osker Morieson
Hannah Quinlivan: Bound by the Sky
3D drawings explore fragility, resilience and blur lines between fine art and design.
Top after-work walks in ³Ô¹ÏÍø
Take advantage of summer’s extended daylight and catch some rays after work while you can.
Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.
4, 5, 6 Club
Join the fortnightly 4, 5, 6 club for an epic after school adventure at North ³Ô¹ÏÍø Library.
Local Lunch Club
Join this Local Lunch Club and connect with your neighbours at this community gathering.
Indian Film Festival: Indian Independence Day Celebrations
Join in the vibrant Indian Independence Day Celebrations at Fed Square.
Asia Street Food Festival by the Yarra
Experience authentic Asian street food that transports you to the vibrant streets of Asia.
Curator’s Talk: Artists, Writers and the River
Join curator Judith Buckrich in a behind-the-scenes talk about her Yarra Birrarung exhibition.
Free attractions
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.
Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
The world’s first major gallery dedicated exclusively to Australian art.
State Library Victoria
Australia's oldest public library and one of the first free public libraries in the world.
Victoria Police Museum
Explore the social history of policing through interactive displays and over 300 collection items.
Free and cheap
The best things to do under $20 in ³Ô¹ÏÍø
The best cocktail deals, cheap eats and low-cost activities in ³Ô¹ÏÍø.
³Ô¹ÏÍø’s best dinners under $20
Find ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best cheap eats and pub deals for your next dinner out.