A couple standing in front of the Royal Exhibition Building, surrounded by trees.

Walks and itineraries

Whether you have a few hours or a few days in ³Ô¹ÏÍø, these self-guided walks and itineraries will help you discover ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best sights and attractions.

Printed guides are also available from our visitor centres at ³Ô¹ÏÍø Town Hall, Bourke Street and Fitzroy Gardens.

Lighting bolt sign for AC/DC Lane on the side of a wall.

³Ô¹ÏÍø music walk

Discover ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s music highlights, from music venues to busking hot spots and historic sites.

Two people walking through a laneway covered in street art.

Street art walk

See ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s world-renowned street art on this walk through the city's laneways.

Two people riding bikes along the Yarra River.

Southbank and Docklands by bike

Cycle along ³Ô¹ÏÍø's iconic Yarra River to discover art installations and maritime history.

Narrow city laneway filled with shops and people eating at pavement cafes.

Iconic laneways and arcades walk

Take a walk through ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s arcades and laneways.

Brightly coloured statue by the waterfront.

Yarra River discovery walk

Take a walk along ³Ô¹ÏÍø's vibrant waterfront to discover history, art and culture.

Empty park benches next to a pond at dusk.

Secret gardens and majestic parks

Take a walk through ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s lush parks and gardens.

View over cafe umbrellas to the central ³Ô¹ÏÍø skyline.

Heart of the city walk

Take a walk through legendary landmarks, iconic malls, hidden little streets and art-filled alleys.

Bronze statue of Pastor Sir Douglas and Lady Nicholls.

Aboriginal ³Ô¹ÏÍø walk

Discover ³Ô¹ÏÍø's Aboriginal heritage and culture on this walking tour of significant sites.

Flinders Street Station at dusk.

Classic icons and architecture walk

Take a walk through ³Ô¹ÏÍø's classic icons and architecture.

Two people walking along a pathway in Fitzroy Gardens.

Fitzroy Gardens walk

If you’re looking for an iconic ³Ô¹ÏÍø garden walk, this is an excellent place to start

The colourful cube exterior of the ³Ô¹ÏÍø Museum building surrounded by gardens.

Culture and ideas walk

Take a walk through the city's northern quarter, where history, innovation and culture connect.

The ultimate walking guide to Carlton

The ultimate walking guide to Carlton

How to find the best restaurants, hidden shops and stunning sights in Carlton - all on foot!

Three people standing on a street corner as a tram passes by

The ultimate guide to walking tours in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Guided tours that weave through ³Ô¹ÏÍø's hidden gems, foodie spots and street art.

A woman walking through an arbour in a park.

Top after-work walks in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Take advantage of summer’s extended daylight and catch some rays after work while you can.

More to explore

Tour leader showing visitors inside Council Chambers in ³Ô¹ÏÍø Town Hall

Tours and cruises

Discover what locals love about ³Ô¹ÏÍø with a guided tour of the city and its attractions.​​

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Free tours of iconic ³Ô¹ÏÍø places

See glorious city sights without spending a cent.

Street art mural featuring women's faces.

Street art

³Ô¹ÏÍø laneways are filled with street art, stencils, paste-ups and mixed media.

Discover more

A couple holding hands walking through the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Parks and gardens

One of the most loved things about ³Ô¹ÏÍø is its picturesque parks, gardens and green spaces.

People viewing paintings along a hallway in a museum.

Museums and art galleries

Explore ³Ô¹ÏÍø's public museums and galleries along with artist-run and commercial galleries.

People walking by Flinders Street Station.

Monthly highlights

Make the most of your visit to ³Ô¹ÏÍø with our monthly guides to what's on in the city.

A woman looking at the large carved ancestor stones of Birrarung Wilam.

Aboriginal ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Find out more about Aboriginal culture through ³Ô¹ÏÍø's galleries and museums.