Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Melbourne (Updated 2026)

Melbourne, Australia
Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail

See, feel and taste the produce from some of Melbourne’s best food, beer and wine locations scattered throughout the Mornington and Bellarine Peninsulas. Savour the …More

See, feel and taste the produce from some of Melbourne’s best food, beer and wine locations scattered throughout the Mornington and Bellarine Peninsulas. Savour the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$153
Mornington Peninsula Winery Bus Tour including lunch with a glass of wine

Visit 4 of the regions best wineries with guided local knowledge the winning key to ensuring you have an experience that will create everlasting memories. …More

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Visit 4 of the regions best wineries with guided local knowledge the winning key to ensuring you have an experience that will create everlasting memories....

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$136
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee

Uncover Melbourne’s hidden stories, street art, and rich history on our Laneways Discovery Running Tour. This guided 8km (5-mile) run begins at 8:00 am from …More

Uncover Melbourne’s hidden stories, street art, and rich history on our Laneways Discovery Running Tour. This guided 8km (5-mile) run begins at 8:00 am from...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$69
The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

**PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME** All aboard The Q Train: a moving culinary adventure where heritage charm, local flavours, and unforgettable moments …More

**PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME** All aboard The Q Train: a moving culinary adventure where heritage charm, local flavours, and unforgettable moments...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$105
Ultimate Yarra Valley Chandon, Soumah & De Bortoli Cheese & Wine

We do fewer wineries better. Instead of racing you through 5 cellar door, we visit 3 of the Yarra Valleys best and give each the …More

We do fewer wineries better. Instead of racing you through 5 cellar door, we visit 3 of the Yarra Valleys best and give each the...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$207
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

Spend the day with us as we journey around the bay throughout the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas where we will take a stroll along the …More

Spend the day with us as we journey around the bay throughout the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas where we will take a stroll along the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$132
Melbourne Like a Local, Private & Personalized Experience (3 hrs)

This isn’t your typical sightseeing tour—it’s a personal introduction to Melbourne, built entirely around you. Whether you're an architecture lover, foodie, history buff, or simply …More

This isn’t your typical sightseeing tour—it’s a personal introduction to Melbourne, built entirely around you. Whether you're an architecture lover, foodie, history buff, or simply...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$46
1 Hour Sight seeing Melbourne River Cruise on historic vessel

Classic Cruise's boat's depart from Berth 3, Southgate, every week, Thursday through too Sunday from 10:30am offering 60 minute cruises traveling, both upstream and down. …More

Classic Cruise's boat's depart from Berth 3, Southgate, every week, Thursday through too Sunday from 10:30am offering 60 minute cruises traveling, both upstream and down....

1 hour 10 minutes Free Cancellation
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$24
3 Day Combo: Great Ocean Road, Penguin Parade and FREE City Tour

Join us for an exciting 3-day adventure, including a stunning Great Ocean Road tour, a memorable day at the Phillip Island Penguin Parade, and a …More

Join us for an exciting 3-day adventure, including a stunning Great Ocean Road tour, a memorable day at the Phillip Island Penguin Parade, and a...

3 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$233
Melbourne Skydeck General Admission Ticket

Experience Melbourne from the dizzying heights of Melbourne Skydeck, which boasts spectacular 360-degree views of the city. See Melbourne’s most iconic landmarks, spot ships sailing …More

Experience Melbourne from the dizzying heights of Melbourne Skydeck, which boasts spectacular 360-degree views of the city. See Melbourne’s most iconic landmarks, spot ships sailing...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
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$27
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight over Yarra Valley + Breakfast

Embark on an unforgettable hot air balloon adventure over the beautiful landscape of the Yarra Valley. Our expert pilots select optimal launch sites based on …More

Embark on an unforgettable hot air balloon adventure over the beautiful landscape of the Yarra Valley. Our expert pilots select optimal launch sites based on...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$311
Puffing Billy Phillip Island and Zoo Small Group Hotel Pick Up

Small-group tour by Mercedes mini bus, maximum 14 passengers, hotel pick-up & drop-off within Melbourne CBD. 8–11 AM departure (subject to Puffing Billy tickets). Exact …More

Small-group tour by Mercedes mini bus, maximum 14 passengers, hotel pick-up & drop-off within Melbourne CBD. 8–11 AM departure (subject to Puffing Billy tickets). Exact...

10 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$182
Full-Day Sports and Beer Tour of Melbourne with Lunch

A full day of Sport & Beer, it doesn't get better than that! Visit the venues that host some of Australia's favourite sporting events. We’ll …More

A full day of Sport & Beer, it doesn't get better than that! Visit the venues that host some of Australia's favourite sporting events. We’ll...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$216
Luxury Private & Customised Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne

Luxury Private Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour – Avoid the crowds, no rush experience. Experience the Great Ocean Road in the comfort of your private …More

Luxury Private Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour – Avoid the crowds, no rush experience. Experience the Great Ocean Road in the comfort of your private...

11 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,253
Laneways of Melbourne

Immerse yourself in Melbourne culture on a walking tour of the city's charming laneways with a local guide providing fascinating insights. Learn about the city's …More

Immerse yourself in Melbourne culture on a walking tour of the city's charming laneways with a local guide providing fascinating insights. Learn about the city's...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$91
Melbourne City Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight with GoPro Photos

Come on a magical hot air balloon flight over Melbourne - there is no other major city in the world that you can soar above …More

Come on a magical hot air balloon flight over Melbourne - there is no other major city in the world that you can soar above...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$422
Private Bespoke Melbourne Walking Tour - Expert Local Guide

Discover Melbourne's hidden secrets with your own expert local guide on this completely customizable private walking tour. Melbourne consistently ranks as one of the world's …More

Discover Melbourne's hidden secrets with your own expert local guide on this completely customizable private walking tour. Melbourne consistently ranks as one of the world's...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$419
E-Bike Tour of Melbourne

See Melbourne’s best sights the easy way, on a guided electric bike tour. You follow the same 16 km city route as our Classic tour, …More

See Melbourne’s best sights the easy way, on a guided electric bike tour. You follow the same 16 km city route as our Classic tour,...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$97
Taste of Melbourne: Food, Drink, Laneways & History Tour

This tour is made for those who want to see and taste the best of Melbourne - but don't want to just walk around the …More

This tour is made for those who want to see and taste the best of Melbourne - but don't want to just walk around the...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$95
Phillip Island and French Island Wildlife Expedition

Spend the day with us Island hopping from French Island to Phillip Island getting up close and personal with some of Australia’s cutest and cuddliest …More

Spend the day with us Island hopping from French Island to Phillip Island getting up close and personal with some of Australia’s cutest and cuddliest...

12 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$167
Melbourne Airport Arrival Or Departure Luxury Car Transfers

Enjoy the comfort of a private transfer in a luxury vehicle from Tullamarine Airport (MELB) to your Melbourne area accommodation, whether it be in the …More

Enjoy the comfort of a private transfer in a luxury vehicle from Tullamarine Airport (MELB) to your Melbourne area accommodation, whether it be in the...

35 to 50 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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