1-Hour Food Tour of South Melbourne Market with Trader Tastings

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore South Melbourne Market, a beloved local landmark trading since 1867
• 02 Savour generous tastings that showcase Melbourne's foodie excellence
• 03 Meet specialist traders for insights into seasonal produce and artisan creations
• 04 Learn cooking tips and seafood selection secrets from expert market vendors

Discover South Melbourne Market on a guided foodie tour through one of Melbourne's beloved local favourites, trading since 1867. Meet specialist traders to learn about seasonal produce, artisan creations, and cooking tips while enjoying a melting pot of great food, entertainment, creativity, and culture. Along the way, savour generous tastings and browse for local souvenirs in this iconic historic market.

Discover South Melbourne Market on a guided foodie tour through one of Melbourne's beloved local favourites, trading since 1867.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Hour

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Melbourne

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Explore South Melbourne Market with Tastings

• Meet your guide at the meeting point.
• Experience a beloved local favourite since 1867, offering a rich cultural and historical immersion.
• Delight in a variety of generous samples that offer a taste of Melbourne's foodie excellence.
• Meet specialist traders and engage directly with experts who share insights into seasonal produce, artisan secrets, and cooking tips, enhancing your culinary knowledge and appreciation.
• Enjoy access to the freshest seafood in town while learning about selection and preparation from the market's top seafood vendors.
• Benefit from an expert local guide with in-depth knowledge, offering insider tips and insights for a fun, informative, and seamless tour experience.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Tastings at the market's mouthwatering patisserie, chocolatier, fromagerie, oyster bar, Spanish bodega, and more
• South Melbourne Market jute bag
• Market map
• 4 hours of free parking
• A list of all tour venues, sent after tour completion
• Group photo, sent after tour completion

What's Not Included

• Gratuities for your guide

What to bring

• A bottle of water to cleanse your palate in between tastings

Know before you go

• This tour includes high-end tastings at each of the tour stops, designed to supplement breakfast but not replace it. If you tend to get very hungry in the morning, you may wish to eat something light beforehand.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

South Melbourne Market, Coventry Street, South Melbourne VIC, Australia

Tour start

322-326 Coventry St, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.