Is there a sightseeing tram in Melbourne?

Yes, the free City Circle Tram (Route 35) is the primary, dedicated sightseeing tram in Melbourne. Operating in heritage W-class trams, it circles the CBD, providing audio commentary on major landmarks like Federation Square, Flinders Street Station, and the Melbourne Museum.

Is there a tourist tram in Melbourne?

The City Circle Tram service provides a free and convenient way to get around central Melbourne. Tourists, shoppers, families and city workers can use the City Circle Tram to travel to major attractions, restaurants, shops and city events.

Is there a free hop on hop off in Melbourne?

If you're doing some sightseeing, the City Circle Tram offers a free hop-on-hop-off service that will take you on a guided tour around Melbourne's biggest sights and attractions. Trams run every seven to 10 minutes during peak times and every 20-30 minutes during off-peak hours.

How do tourists use trams in Melbourne?

Tram stops in the Free Tram Zone are clearly marked. If you start or finish a journey outside the Free Tram Zone, a valid myki card is still required. Melbourne's green and gold City Circle Trams offer free travel to city sights and attractions, with audio commentary on points of interest along the route.

How do tourists get around Melbourne?

Melbourne offers free tram rides within the city centre. To use public transport outside of the free tram zone, you need to purchase a myki card. You can purchase a myki card from retail outlets displaying the myki sign, visitor centres and at train stations. Use your myki card on trains, trams and buses.

How to Ride Trams in Melbourne Australia

Is there a hop-on hop-off tourist bus in Melbourne?

Enjoy a seamless and stress-free Melbourne trip with a hop on hop off bus tour! During your bus tour, you'll see Queen Victoria Market, Etihad Stadium, Melbourne Zoo, Art Centre, and more. Explore the city with the convenience of a sightseeing tour, which will drop you off right in front of most major attractions.

Is Melbourne a walkable city?

Melbourne is a city that is very suitable for citywalk. Walking on the streets of Melbourne, you can feel the diverse culture.

What free Melbourne attractions are best?

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• 1) Free Walking Tour.
• 2) Victoria State Library.
• 3) Royal Botanic Gardens.
• 4) Street art in Melbourne.
• 5) Queen Victoria Market.
• 6) Visit one of the many museums.
• 7) Head to the beach in St. Kilda.

What is the 2-hour rule for myki?

Under Myki, your ticket is valid as long as you start your trip (that is, touch on at the station, or as you board the tram or bus) before the 2-hour travel time expires. This is only a problem when using trams and buses, because you only touch on as you board.

What to see in Melbourne in one day?

Melbourne in a Day - A Suggested Itinerary

• Take the City Circle Tram. ...
• Explore Flinders Street Station. ...
• Grabbing a morning coffee. ...
• Walk to Melbourne Skydeck. ...
• National Gallery of Victoria. ...
• Lunch on Bourke Street or in Chinatown. ...
• The Queen Victoria Market. ...
• Explore the waterfront.

What to do in Melbourne with no money?

50 free things to do in Melbourne

• Take a stroll around the Royal Botanic Gardens.
• Visit the Shrine of Remembrance and get a great view of the Melbourne city skyline.
• See the free exhibitions at the Ian Potter Centre.
• Check out the free exhibitions and the world's largest stained glass ceiling at NGV International.

Where do you catch the free tram in Melbourne?

The city's Free Tram Zone includes the city centre and extends from Queen Victoria Market to Docklands, Spring Street, Flinders Street Station and Federation Square. If you're only travelling in the city's Free Tram Zone you don't need a myki. Travel on the City Circle tram (Route 35) is also free.

Which is the best tram in Melbourne?

Melbourne's tram route 96, from East Brunswick through the city to St Kilda, has been declared one of the top ten tram rides in the world, according to National Geographic[1].

How long does it take to do the City Circle Tram in Melbourne?

The City Circle operates in a clockwise direction, with the service taking approximately 60 minutes to complete a loop. You can enjoy this tram as a 'hop on – hop off' service, with the added bonus of travelling aboard traditional Melbourne transportation.

Are Melbourne trams free on weekends?

All public transport across Victoria is free on Saturdays and Sundays until 1 February 2026.

What is the cheapest way to get around Melbourne?

Travel within the central area of Melbourne by tram is free, though you will need a myki card if you plan to start or finish your journey outside this central area. For information on the area covered by the Free Tram Zone and a downloadable map, go to the Transport Victoria website.

Can you use 1 myki for 2 people?

It is perfectly legal for other people to use your Myki, provided that it only has Myki Money loaded on it. However you are not allowed to share your card if Myki Pass is loaded on it.

Do seniors get free travel on weekends in Melbourne?

From 1 January 2026, Victorian seniors will be able to travel for free on public transport anywhere in Victoria on weekends. Seniors concession myki holders can currently travel for free within two consecutive zones at the weekend. The change means that those who travel regularly will save more than $360 a year.

What are three famous places to visit in Melbourne?

Visit Melbourne's top spots

• Flinders Street Station. Heritage buildings. ...
• AAMI Park. Sport.
• Southern Cross Station. Getting here.
• Federation Square. Architecture & design.
• Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Architecture & design.
• Royal Exhibition Building. Heritage buildings.
• Sidney Myer Music Bowl. ...
• Flinders Street Station.

What should tourists do in Melbourne?

Top picks

• State Basketball Centre. Sport. ...
• Heide Museum of Modern Art. Art galleries.
• Werribee Open Range Zoo. Sanctuaries, zoos & farms.
• Koorie Heritage Trust (KHT) Aboriginal art.
• Scienceworks. Museums.
• Melbourne Skydeck. Architecture & design.
• Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Gardens. Parks & gardens.
• Melbourne Zoo.

What is the best area to stay in Melbourne as a tourist?

Southbank is a top location to stay in Melbourne when travelling with family. There are many family-friendly attractions and activities in the area, including Southgate, Arts Centre Melbourne, NGV International, Melbourne Skydeck and theatres.

What is the famous street in Melbourne city?

Degraves Street and Centre Place

Loved equally by tourists and locals alike, this iconic Melbourne laneway is packed with tiny shops, hole-in-the-wall cafes and Euro-style restaurants. Discover the ultimate guide to Degraves Street.