Carlton Gardens, Melbourne, AU
Explore Melbourne’s top landmarks before heading to Phillip Island. Visit the Nobbies and witness the Penguin Parade at sunset as little penguins return ashore on this full-day experience.
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English
Discover the best of Melbourne before heading to Phillip Island for one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife experiences. Travelling with Go West Tours, backed by over 17,500 5-star reviews and a 100% satisfaction guarantee, this full-day experience blends culture, history, and nature into one seamless journey.
With a maximum of 24 guests, explore Melbourne alongside an expert local guide who brings the city’s stories to life. 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 past many of Melbourne’s most recognisable landmarks, with your guide providing engaging commentary that brings the city’s history and character to life.
In the afternoon, journey to Phillip Island and take in the rugged coastal beauty of The Nobbies, where boardwalks offer sweeping ocean views across Bass Strait.
As evening approaches, arrive at the world-famous Penguin Parade. At sunset, watch as hundreds of little penguins emerge from the sea and waddle across the beach to their burrows, creating a truly unforgettable wildlife experience.
Return to Melbourne later in the evening, having experienced a perfect balance of city highlights and natural wonder in one memorable day.
⭐ Travel with confidence. Go West Tours is Melbourne’s most reviewed tour operator, trusted for exceptional guides, thoughtful pacing, and premium comfort.
Small-group experience (maximum 24 guests)
Departure from central Melbourne meeting point
Expert local guide known for engaging storytelling and regional knowledge
Melbourne city highlights tour with stops at key landmarks
Visit to The Nobbies for coastal views
General admission to the Penguin Parade
Modern, air-conditioned minibus with upgraded seating for added comfort
Multilingual audio commentary available in 16 languages
Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi to stay connected throughout your journey
Food and drinks (you may bring your own)
Your pickup time may differ from the stated time on your voucher. The activity provider will contact you directly via email shortly after booking with your actual pickup time.
All our tours are conducted in English however, you can access pre-recorded written & verbal tour information in 16 different languages by downloading the free Go West Tours App from the App Store or Google Play. You can download the app before departure or use our complimentary onboard Wi-Fi. Please bring your own headphones.
Tour takes place rain or shine.
Return time for the Melbourne Magic: City Discovery and Penguin Parade Tour: 21:00 to 24:00 (depending on the season)
Please note that photography is not permitted at the Penguin Parade after sunset to ensure the penguins are not disturbed when they are making their way back to their burrows.
The city tour wasnt interactive enough we just saw the city thru the window of a van and 3 monuments. The philip island tour was great and the penguins were amazing. Everyone got a ride home except us bc of our neighborhood which was not fair at midnight i thought maybe hed make an exception but we caught an uber instead