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Private Tour of Melbourne City Tour with Local guide /4 hours
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Private Tour of Melbourne City Tour with Local guide /4 hours

By Marks Melbourne Private Tours
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4 Hour Tour Tour includes: • Local Melbourne Tour Guide • Private luxury vehicle • Complimentary bottled water • Custom and private tour for up to 7 passengers
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Ages 0-120
Duration: 4h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket


  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Entry/Admission - Brighton Bathing Boxes Association Inc.
What's not included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • Flinders Street Railway Station, Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Pickup details
  • We will pick you up and drop you off at your preferred locations
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    Airport pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
    • Melbourne Airport, Departure Dr, Tullamarine, Victoria 3045 Australia
    Port pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
    • Station Pier, 6 Waterfront Pl, Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 46929P4

      • Most travellers can participate
      • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
      • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 46929P4

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      • Marks Melbourne Private Tours
        133
        Australia
        Joined in April 2017
      • Y6202VAjanetl
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Terrific guide and adorable penguins & koalas! What more could you ask for?
        We had an incredible trip to Phillip Island and the wonderful Penguin Parade with Mark! He was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and really gave us a good feeling for the area and its history. And he had lots of tips about great places to see! Just a terrific day!
        Written 12 August 2024
      • michaelandrobink
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Highlight of our vacation
        We booked Mark for a private Penguin Parade/Moonlit Sanctuary tour and a private walking tour of Melbourne. Both tours were amazing! We loved learning about Melbourne and all the animals we visited. Mark’s guided walking tour of Melbourne was very informative and gave us the confidence to explore Melbourne on our own on our final day in the area. We highly recommend touring with Mark. You will come away with so much insight on the area and learn many things along the way. The kids thoroughly enjoyed both tours as did their parents. Definitely a highlight of our visit to Australia.
        Written 8 July 2024
      • GLK_CPA
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great Ocean Road meets Great Tour Guide
        Grateful to Mark for leading us on an all day tour for one of our three days in Melbourne. We really enjoyed the Great Ocean Road tour including all the stops including the Twelve Apostles, Gibsons Steps (a good exercise), Loch Ard Gorge, Apollo Bay, Maits Rest rainforest, Bells Beach, and many other stops along the way. Having private guide is key since we could tailor trip and length of stops, and throw in a few unscheduled Koala and Kangaroo sightings along the way. Very comfortable and informative tour. The day was fantastic. Thank you Mark!
        Written 1 July 2024
      • 265melissag
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Highly recommended!
        My family and I spent four days touring Melbourne with Mark. He and his team were accommodating and flexible for our large group. Mark was engaging and knowledgeable about each tour. We went on a city day tour. We went to the Great Ocean Road and saw the 12 apostle rocks. The next day, we went to the moonlit sanctuary for the Koala exhibit, where we saw kangaroos, wallabies, dingos, and more, followed by an evening and Philips Island. Mark was extremely well organized and planned ahead to ensure we wouldn't miss the chance to see the Koalas or penguins up close. On our final day, we went to the Yarra Talley for wine tasting, which was lovely. We highly recommend booking tours with Mark!
        Written 26 February 2024
      • Locococomama
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        The golf course kangaroos were a highlight!
        We had a private tour with Simon and really enjoyed our day, ultimately changing course mid day to suit our needs. Simon was great at listening to what we wanted and we booked the tour to be open in itinerary as we first wanted to see what we enjoyed in other parts of Australia first. Mark booked it with a base fee and we would pay entrance fees to whatever we chose along the way, the perfect solution to our indecision before arrival! Our ship was docked in Geelong. We started in Brighten Beach (an hour or so drive from Geelong) and saw the beautiful boxes and then went on to Melbourne (20 minute drive) and enjoyed a bit of the city. The highlight was definitely the market. I could have spent much of the day here if we had time! We did hit the street graffiti streets and they were a disappointment, which of course was not our guide’s fault, but the fault of the taggers who have stopped allowing the beautiful street art to stay for a bit (I would skip this stop). Our desire to see kangaroos was high so first we hit a park where they were known to be and saw some and even a Joey. Still wanting more, we headed to the Anglesea Golf course (around an hour, mostly towards the port), where around 200 wild Kangaroos roam as people play golf. We got there as the tours had stopped at 4pm, but the nice lady allowed us to get one anyway. For $20, we got on a golf cart and off we went to see Roos, many with their Joeys in toe. It was great fun and the highlight of our day! So glad we did this stop, but be sure to make a reservation or arrive within their tour times to ensure to avoid disappointment!
        Written 5 February 2024
      • benbP478KY
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Awesome Great Ocean Road Day
        I was going to the Australian Open in Jan 2024 and wanted to take advantage of being in Melbourne and see some of the south coast scenery. I called a few tour companies, but I was late in planning the trip and all of them were booked for my available dates. I called Mark and he was booked as well, but he set me up with Peter who was a former tour guide that was now working part time. Mark handled all the details and everything went as planned. We did the trip in the reverse order of all the tour busses so we avoided all the crowds and had great day. Peter was great and we got to see the 12 (7 actually) apostles and all the beautiful cliffs and beaches along the south coast as well as some close encounters with koalas and kangaroos in the "wild". It was a great day and a highlight of the trip. Thanks to Mark for setting it all up and Peter for all his local knowledge on the tour and his recommendations for Melbourne places to see.
        Written 30 January 2024
      • markfV9763TX
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mark’s Penguin tour is the best!!
        My wife and I had a lovely day with Mark. Our tour started by touring some of Melbourne’s historic neighborhoods. One stop included stopping to see the beautiful beach huts on Brighton Beach. Mark being a native of Melbourne, gives a wonderful perspective of the history of Melbourne. We went to Moonlit Sanctuary to see the the Koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, wombats etc….. off to several beach scenic overlooks on our way to Phillips Island to see the Penguins!! Prior to the evening penguin arrival Mark recommended a nice Italian restaurant. The night with the penguins should be included on everyone’s bucket list. To see thousands of adorable little blue penguins arrive on quest at sundown and march past you to their burrows is a reminder on how wonderful nature is!!! Everyone of all ages were in awe of these little off balanced adorable penguins!! Final thoughts, Mark is the best!!! His energy and enthusiasm is off the charts! He opens doors, he gets ahead to secure your passes through entry gates. He knows where the best locations are for photo opportunities. He also takes photos of you if needed. Bottom line, we would use Mark’s services again in a heartbeat!! He is the best!!! Mark F. From Florida
        Written 16 November 2023
      • JasCheng
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Customizable Half Day Tour
        Mark was patient and well-mannered when there was a tech glitch on his booking website. We managed to book a half day (0900-1400) tour and Mark could customize it for us. He picked us up on time from our apartment; and also pre-booked the Koala tickets at Moonlit. He made it so stress-free for us! We had a wonderful time and took beautiful memorable pictures. Thank you so much!
        Written 29 September 2023
      • itsmeka
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Brilliant four days in and around Melbourne
        We did a two-day tour along the great ocean road with a night at Port Campbell. The third day we had a day tour to Philip Island and on day four Mark guided us through Melbourne city. Mark drives safely, is very friendly and shares lots of information, facts and stories along the way. He made sure the children (11 and 13) got involved as well. Mark proposed to do the great ocean road in reverse to make the best of the weather, which turned out to be an excellent choice. We spent the sunniest day in Port Campbell National Park which gave brilliant views of the 12 apostles and other rock formations. On the more cloudy second day we saw big groups of wild kangaroos and wild koalas!
        Written 10 August 2023
      • marksch159
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Enjoyable day with Simon on the Great Ocean Road
        Our family of 5 had a great day on the Great Ocean Road tour with Simon from Mark's Tours. The itinerary was all that is promised on the TripAdvisor site and more! Simon, our very professional and friendly driver/guide customized the day to suit our preferences, going out of the way to spot wildlife for us. The van was clean and comfy (a must for a 12-hour tour). In addition to all the coastal formations, we saw Koalas, Kangaroos (on a golf course), and sadly, (with Simon's sharp eye) even an echidna that lie dead on the side of the road.
        Written 30 July 2023
      • francesca2
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Phillip Island
        Firstly, Mark picked us up on time, and it was a comfortable vehicle, he was informative and knew a lot about the areas that we were visiting, we learned a lot from his tour, and when we returned to our hotel, he gave our family Australian treats. Overall, it was a great tour and we enjoyed very much. Highly recommended.
        Written 14 July 2023
      • jeanaliz
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Day Trip with Mark
        Mark and his driver, Gary were both wonderful to spend the day with. Mark was very informative along the way accommodating by allowing for extra stops we requested. He made sure we didn’t spend too long at any one spot so we could do everything we had planned. He went out of his way to help us locate a koala in the wild! Water bottles and snacks were provided as well as a charging cable. Our van was very clean and comfortable. Highly recommended!
        Written 3 July 2023
      • 306keithc
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great day for family with Mark
        Mark and Gary did a great job for our family of 9. Mark communicated well ahead of the trip and was accommodating for the needs of our group. During the day Mark provided history of the area along with answering the barage of questions about all things Australia. Being a native of Melbourne gives him a good perspective of how things have changed over time and an intimate knowledge of all the areas we visited. We saw Koalas, Roos, and Wallabies as well a a number of different birds. Lunch in Apollo Beach was great as it had many choices for everyone and all were convenient to walk to. All in all it was a pleasant day with local mate.
        Written 3 July 2023
      • NelsonK_13
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        BEST MELBOURNE LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
        We did TWO tours with Mark, this one and also the 1/2 day tour of Melbourne. Mark is the BEST tour guide that I had in Melbourne and in Australia (we had 5 different private tour guides between Sydney, Melbourne, Hamilton Island, Tasmania and Bruny Island). Mark loves what he does and excels at it. He is very knowledgable and extremely flexible and accommodating. He knows his stuff really well and adapts to changes in weather, traffic, etc. He has a great SENSE of HUMOR and he is just VERY NICE. He got us FIRST in line for the private experience with the Koala at the Moonlit Reserve (we could had waited 40 minutes in line if it was not for him). EVERYONE knows him when we got to any place, and he got the royal treatment for us. The tours and his explanations were excellent. I wish I could find a "Mark" at any city that I visit. !!!!!!
        Written 1 April 2023
      • Aussieheart123
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Fantastic Tour
        Mark took us to popular spots and others off the beaten path on Phillips Island. He listened to what we wanted to do and suggested places we enjoyed. Mark is knowledgeable, friendly, and very customer service oriented. We learned a great deal about Melbourne and pertinent information relating to the tour we took. We thoroughly enjoyed the trip with Mark as our guide and would highly recommend him.
        Written 15 March 2023
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      Nina T
      Apollo Beach, FL45 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2023
      This was a wonderful introduction to Melbourne and Australia. Mark was a great host - we covered the downtown area, took the tram to some of the outlying areas, and walked through some of the wonderful malls. I would recommend this service to anyone new to Melbourne or looking to see what they may have missed on previous visits while exploring on their own.
      Written 22 February 2023
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      Thanks Nina. Yes the Melbourne Walking tour is filled with the highlights of Melbourne! Always fun & interesting to show our beautiful city to the world and our guests. Best Regards Mark & The Team at Mark's Melbourne Private Tours
      Written 24 February 2023
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      Irene G
      Athens, Greece4 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2024 • Couples
      It was our first visit to Melbourne. Mark was an excellent guide. He explained to us a lot of the Australian history, the history of the city and took us to many landmarks in Melbourne. We drove around for most of the day but we also went for a ride on the tram and got to walk in a few beautiful arcades. Had a great time!
      Written 22 January 2024
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      Thank you Irene for taking the time to write the great review of the Melbourne City tour. In 4 hours we certainly see and experience many wonderful sights and sounds around Melbourne & the beaches nearby. Thanks again Mark.
      Written 26 January 2024
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      Christina K
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2024 • Family
      Great tour!! Mark is very knowledgeable and showed us the entire city!! We made lots of stops and took many pictures, it was especially nice that we also walked for about an hour to tour the city by foot! Highly recommend!
      Written 26 February 2024
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      Thank you for the review. Walking in Melbourne gives you an intimate look at the city with its alleys & laneways & arcades. Glad you enjoyed your City Tour of Melbourne. Thank you Mark & The Team
      Written 27 February 2024
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      Alohashirl
      Rocklin, CA1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2020
      My husband and I did a five-hour tour with Mark. He is very knowledgeable about Melbourne and Australia. We wanted to see as much of the area as we could in our limited time, so Mark made suggestions that worked out great. We especially enjoyed the interactions with the koalas and kangaroos at the Moonlit Sanctuary. Also the walking tour of the downtown alleyways, and the Brighton Beach bathing boxes. Mark went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable and having a good time...he was even our private photographer. We highly recommend him!
      Written 9 March 2020
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      maklakey
      Nottinghamshire, UK54 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      June 2023 • Family
      We booked a tour with Mark on our first day in Melbourne which gave us a great intro into the city. He was knowledgeable, friendly and a good communicator. He helped us be able to navigate our way around for our next few days and gave us some great tips. A great experience!
      Written 17 July 2023
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      Thank you for the great review. We appreciate it so much and it really helps our future guests find us :) Safe Travels Mark & The Team
      Written 17 July 2023
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      Jennifer N
      Makati, Philippines8 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      June 2023 • Family
      Mark's local knowledge - as someone born and raised in the area - can't be beat! Amazing service too - I had briefed him beforehand of my father's mobility issues and he really kept that in mind not just during the planning phase prior to the tour, but even as we did the tour. Really enjoyed our time with Mark, and learned so much about Melbourne even though I had been to the area several times before. Highly recommend!
      Written 3 July 2023
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      Thank you for the review Jennifer. Great to be able to show you all the highlights of Melbourne.! Best Wishes The Team at Mark's Melbourne Private Tours
      Written 4 July 2023
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      felicia p
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Mar 2023 • Couples
      We enjoyed Mark’s Morning tour of Melbourne at one of cruise stops. He was very knowledgeable, accommodating and engaging. Four of us had a great time and were able to adapt the tour to our interests. Highly recommend!
      Written 11 March 2023
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      Thank you Felicia. Enjoyed showing you the bucket list sights of Melbourne Regards mark & The Team
      Written 2 April 2023
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      CVBAILEY
      Chula Vista, CA53 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      What a perfect way to start my trip! Picked up at the airport, delivered to hotel and then a 2 hour plus walking tour. Tram ride. Great knowledge of this beautiful city. The library, the gaol, architect and oh the arcades. My favorite was Block Arcade!
      Written 26 October 2022
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      Thank you CVB for the great review. Walking around Melbourne is a inspiring way to get to know the city and its history and its modern day persona. Regards Mark & the Team
      Written 28 October 2022
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      Dream59932989999
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2024 • Family
      We had a great tour of Melbourne with Mark. He is a really friendly guy and definitely cut for showing people around the wonderful city.

      A true local - Mark took us through some of the historical alleyways and side streets that we otherwise would not have found on our own.

      Of course we also ran by some local beaches and parks for the gram snaps! Make sure to stop by Brighton Beach for the iconic Bathing Boxes!

      Thanks Mark!
      Written 26 February 2024
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      Thank you "dream " for the review. great you enjoyed the tour of Melbourne. All the best with your music aspirations too ! Regards Mark & The team
      Written 27 February 2024
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      Christine M
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Mar 2023 • Solo
      Wonderful walking tour of Melbourne followed by driving tour of outskirts of Melbourne - all in 4 hours. I learned so much about Melbourne from the combination of walking and driving along with Mark's vast local, architectural and historical knowledge. Mark was very interested in showing me the sights that interested me and not just the regular tour sights which I very much appreciated. Thanks Mark!
      Written 11 April 2023
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      Thanks for the great review Christine. Hope to see you again!
      Written 25 June 2023
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