Melbourne offers a tonne of great places to visit during the day, but one could argue that Melbourne at night has its own perks.
Melbourne at night is a lively scene of mellow lights, towering skyscrapers, and charming cultural spots. With plenty of things to do, from food crawls to overnight safaris, you will definitely not run out of ideas.
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You don't have to scour the Internet for hours on end because we've curated the best list of things to do and places to go in Melbourne at night for you!
- Enjoy the scenic view at Eureka Skydeck Tower
- Slumber Safari at Werribee Zoo
- Virtual Reality Escape Room at Entermission Melbourne
- Watch the penguin parade on Phillip Island
- Embark on a Melbourne ghost tour
- Go on a Melbourne food crawl
- Have fun at Luna Park
- Queen Victoria Night Market
- Take in the sunset on St Kilda Beach
- Holey Moley
1. Enjoy the scenic view at Eureka Skydeck
Watch the city of Melbourne 88 floors above the ground! Image credits: @the_honest_mumma
Want to see the best view of Melbourne at night? Head to Eureka Skydeck, where unparalleled views of the city skyline await you!
Brace yourself as you climb 88 floors or 285 metres in just 38 seconds aboard the fastest elevator in the Southern Hemisphere. Catch sight of Melbourne's gorgeous cityscape from the highest vantage point in the city. If you're up for a heart-pumping experience, we suggest you go for the Eureka Skydeck + Edge experience. The Edge will project you 3 metres out of the building and suspend you 300 meters off the ground in a glass cube!
2. Slumber safari at Werribee Zoo
Enjoy the night on cozy tents for Slumber Safari!
Wondering what to do near Melbourne at night with kids? Try Werribee Zoo's Slumber Safari and experience an out-of-Africa close-up safari encounter with meerkats, ostriches, gorillas, African wild dogs, antelopes, and more! Just 30 minutes from Melbourne, you can spend the night at the Slumber Safari and wake up to the sounds of nature and roaring lions!
Werribee Zoo also has other exciting activities in store for you: a cheetah encounter, deluxe safari adventure, and early morning savannah experience. Book all these on Klook!
3. Virtual Reality Escape Room at Entermission Melbourne
You and your best mates will have a blast at Entermission! Image credits: @entermission.melb
Discover the fantastic world of virtual reality with a VR escape room experience at Entermission! Grab your family or up to 5 of your best mates for a fun Melbourne experience at night, and be prepared to have your mind blown away as you test your teamwork.
Entermission combines the fun of escape rooms and virtual reality and offers you a one-of-a-kind adventure experience as you solve puzzles and attempt to race the clock. There are loads of exciting games to choose from, such as Space Heroes and Mad Mind.
4. Watch the penguin parade on Phillip Island
Get up close with fairy penguins at Phillip Island Nature Parks! Image credits: @phillipislandnp
Don't miss out on the most famous parade in all of Australia: Phillip Island's penguin parade!
If you're self-driving and want to explore nearby areas in Melbourne at night, you can book a ticket to Phillip Island Nature Parks. Watch the penguin parade at sunset and choose from different viewing platforms and tour packages, depending on the time you have.
From Melbourne, you can also skip self-driving and join a Phillip Island tour! This epic adventure starts with a visit to Koala Wildlife Center, where you will get to meet adorable koalas and kangaroos. Then, you head to different Phillip Island attractions and cap off the day watching the iconic penguins waddling along the shore at sunset.
5. Embark on a Melbourne ghost tour
Experience a chilling Melbourne night. Image credits: @oldmelbgaol
See the spooky side of Melbourne at night and join a ghost tour with your best buddies!
You can explore an old prison and listen to the chilling accounts of notorious criminals or visit an abandoned asylum or homestead and learn about gripping tales and supernatural sightings in the area!
6. Go on a Melbourne food crawl
The best way to explore Melbourne is through eating!
Don’t forget to include this gastronomical adventure when searching for things to do around Melbourne at night! Conquer the city one bite at a time and discover Melbourne's vibrant food culture.
This 3-hour small-group food crawl takes you to a local cafe, an authentic Chinese restaurant, then to a rooftop bar for a drink to cap off the tour. All this plus a knowledgeable guide who will teach you the ins and outs of Melbourne as you stroll through streets and alleyways.
7. Have fun at Luna Park
Scream at the top of your lungs when you visit Luna Park! Image credits: @vincetse
Enjoy Melbourne until the sun sets at Luna Park, an iconic amusement park on Port Phillip Bay.
Enter through the famous Mr Moon's "mouth" and ride thrilling attractions such as The Great Scenic Railway, the second oldest operating roller coaster in the world! We recommend you spend a whole day so you can enjoy the most out of this park. Don’t forget to ride the 40-year-old Sky Rider Ferris wheel to catch spectacular views of Melbourne at night!
8. Queen Victoria Market's Winter Night Market
Enjoy the night with hot bevvies at the Winter Night Market. Image credits: @melbourneiloveyou
Shop 'til you drop at Queen Victoria Market's Winter Night Market! Put on some layers and head over to Queen Victoria Market to get the best shopping experience in Melbourne at night.
The Winter Night Market is the perfect place if you're craving delicious street food or want to browse through stalls that offer local jewellery, clothes, art, and more! It’s open every Wednesday evening from 9 June to 1 September.
9. Take in the sunset at St Kilda
One of the most gorgeous sunset views can be seen in St Kilda. Image credits: @stkildabeach
Play in the sand at Melbourne's top beachside suburb, St Kilda! St Kilda Beach is a Mecca of summer activities: kitesurfing, windsurfing, trail hiking and many more!
But at night, it's best to enjoy a quiet stroll along the shore and watch the sun as it sets on the horizon—the perfect way to cap off the night of your Melbourne trip.
10. Holey Moley
Spend the Melbourne night putting on Holey Moley! Image credits: @holeymoleygolf
Score a hole-in-one at this crazy indoor mini-golf course and have a fun night in Melbourne at Holey Moley Golf Club! Putt your way through different themed hole courses and swing your golf clubs across several pop culture references. A karaoke room is also available, so you can sing your heart out after your mini-golf game.
Make sure to book in advance as they only accept a minimal number of walk-ins per day. Food is available at the venue, so you don't have to worry when you're starving.
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