Melbourne Magic: City & Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour
See Melbourne’s best, then meet its tiniest locals
Explore Melbourne’s inner city and discover its iconic landmarks, fascinating history and charming neighbourhoods before heading to Phillip Island for spectacular coastal scenery and the magical Penguin Parade.
It’s the perfect way to experience two of Melbourne’s must-see attractions in one unforgettable day.
Discover Melbourne’s Rich History & Culture
Explore the Shrine of Remembrance, Fitzroy Gardens & much more!
Complete your day with the unforgettable Penguin Parade
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Duration: 11-13 hoursWhy you’ll love this tour
- Discover Melbourne’s iconic landmarks and fascinating neighbourhoods
- Hear the stories that bring the city’s history and culture to life
- Take in spectacular coastal scenery at the Nobbies
- Watch the world-famous Penguin Parade at sunset
- See little penguins waddle home to their burrows
- Experience Melbourne and Phillip Island in one great-value day
What You’ll Do
Discover the best of Melbourne before heading to Phillip Island for one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife experiences. This full-day tour blends culture, history, and nature into one seamless journey.
Your day begins with a guided exploration of Melbourne’s most famous landmarks and hidden corners. Travel through the heart of the city as your expert local guide shares stories about Melbourne’s rich history, culture, and character. Stop at Hosier Lane to experience its vibrant street art, before visiting the Shrine of Remembrance. Continue to the Melbourne Cricket Ground forecourt and admire the Gothic beauty of St Patrick’s Cathedral Melbourne. Enjoy time to relax in Fitzroy Gardens and gain insight into the city’s past at Little Lon Distilling Co.
Along the way, enjoy a relaxed drive through Melbourne as your guide brings the city’s stories, hidden corners, and local character to life.
In the afternoon, journey to The Nobbies on Phillip Island, where dramatic coastal scenery, rugged cliffs, and sweeping ocean views across Bass Strait await. Stroll along the boardwalks and take in one of Victoria’s most spectacular coastal landscapes.
As the sun begins to set, arrive at the world-famous Penguin Parade. Watch as hundreds of little penguins emerge from the ocean and waddle across the beach to their burrows in one of Australia’s most memorable wildlife experiences.
Return to Melbourne later in the evening after a day filled with city highlights, coastal scenery, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
FAQs for the Melbourne Magic Tour
For lunch, you can purchase meals after your City Tour.
For the Penguins Afternoon Tour:
In summer, we visit the township of Cowes for a designated dinner stop. In winter, dinner can be purchased from the cafeteria at the Penguin Parade.
You’re also welcome to bring your own packed meal for the day.
Our tours are conducted in English, but guests can access our audio guide in 16 different languages through our free Go West Tours app. Please download the app before departure or use our free onboard Wi-Fi. Don’t forget to bring your own headphones.
We also provide unique Discovery Clips – brief explainer videos providing additional insights – about various parts of our tours. These are available in 17 different languages. You can access these clips on the day of the tour. Please just ask your guide for more information.
Have more questions?
Feel free to reach out to us through any of the platforms below if you have further questions:
☎️ Phone: +61 39485 5290
🟢💬 WhatsApp: +61 479 146 937
📧 Email: info@gowest.com.au
10am AEDT
(seasonal)
Why you’ll love this tour
- Discover Melbourne’s iconic landmarks and fascinating neighbourhoods
- Hear the stories that bring the city’s history and culture to life
- Take in spectacular coastal scenery at the Nobbies
- Watch the world-famous Penguin Parade at sunset
- See little penguins waddle home to their burrows
- Experience Melbourne and Phillip Island in one great-value day
What You’ll Do
Discover the best of Melbourne before heading to Phillip Island for one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife experiences. This full-day tour blends culture, history, and nature into one seamless journey.
Your day begins with a guided exploration of Melbourne’s most famous landmarks and hidden corners. Travel through the heart of the city as your expert local guide shares stories about Melbourne’s rich history, culture, and character. Stop at Hosier Lane to experience its vibrant street art, before visiting the Shrine of Remembrance. Continue to the Melbourne Cricket Ground forecourt and admire the Gothic beauty of St Patrick’s Cathedral Melbourne. Enjoy time to relax in Fitzroy Gardens and gain insight into the city’s past at Little Lon Distilling Co.
Along the way, enjoy a relaxed drive through Melbourne as your guide brings the city’s stories, hidden corners, and local character to life.
In the afternoon, journey to The Nobbies on Phillip Island, where dramatic coastal scenery, rugged cliffs, and sweeping ocean views across Bass Strait await. Stroll along the boardwalks and take in one of Victoria’s most spectacular coastal landscapes.
As the sun begins to set, arrive at the world-famous Penguin Parade. Watch as hundreds of little penguins emerge from the ocean and waddle across the beach to their burrows in one of Australia’s most memorable wildlife experiences.
Return to Melbourne later in the evening after a day filled with city highlights, coastal scenery, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
FAQs for the Melbourne Magic Tour
For lunch, you can purchase meals after your City Tour.
For the Penguins Afternoon Tour:
In summer, we visit the township of Cowes for a designated dinner stop. In winter, dinner can be purchased from the cafeteria at the Penguin Parade.
You’re also welcome to bring your own packed meal for the day.
Our tours are conducted in English, but guests can access our audio guide in 16 different languages through our free Go West Tours app. Please download the app before departure or use our free onboard Wi-Fi. Don’t forget to bring your own headphones.
We also provide unique Discovery Clips – brief explainer videos providing additional insights – about various parts of our tours. These are available in 17 different languages. You can access these clips on the day of the tour. Please just ask your guide for more information.
Have more questions?
Feel free to reach out to us through any of the platforms below if you have further questions:
☎️ Phone: +61 39485 5290
🟢💬 WhatsApp: +61 479 146 937
📧 Email: info@gowest.com.au
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