What we’re about
Welcome to Explore Melbourne - The largest and the most active meetup group in Melbourne with over 40,000+ members. We are also the largest group in Australia.
Our group is for anyone interested in exploring the wonderful city of Melbourne and surrounds together. We run a combination of Free and Paid events. We have organized over 3000 events since September 2016.
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AU
Explore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have eight simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. Let’s keep it fun, friendly, and drama-free!
Liability Waiver:
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/
Join us for a relaxing 6km walk from Emerald to Cockatoo. This is an easy Grade 2 trail—perfect for a casual stroll through beautiful surroundings! Please note that this walk starts from Emerald and finishes in Cockatoo.
Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please pay the Organizer fee ($20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular) using Trybooking:
https://www.trybooking.com/DEIEO
Trybooking Tickets will be scanned at the meeting point. The tickets are non refundable and there is no option to transfer the ticket to a different event. The ticket will be refunded only if the event is cancelled or moved. Payments are managed through Trybooking and not Meetup. You will see an "Unpaid" status on your RSVP. The only thing you need is the Trybooking ticket which you will receive by email. I will manually update the meetup payment status closer to the event date.
Meeting Point: Let's meet infront of Timeout at Fed Square at 11:15 AM. We will be at the meeting point till 11:20 AM before walking to take the train to Belgrave followed by Bus to Gembrook.
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CnfUeKQ4XQZwkbrb8
Driving instead? You’re welcome to meet us directly at Gembrook Bakery (2/83 Main St, Gembrook VIC 3783) at 2:15 PM to begin the one-way walk from there.
Please note: Carpooling is not permitted. If you choose to park in Gembrook, you’ll need to catch a bus back from Cockatoo at the end of the walk.
We will take a lunch break in Gembrook.
This is a rain or shine event.
Total Walking Distance: 6km, Easy, mostly flat/ downhill
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular
Myki: $7.60 or Myki pass
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AU
Explore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have eight simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates.
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
📸 Cameras welcome, but… – please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. Let’s keep it fun, friendly, and drama-free!
Liability Waiver:
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Spectacular Emerald to Cockatoo One Way Trail Walk | 6 km - EasyFed Square, MelbourneAUD 20.00
Join us for a relaxing 6km walk from Emerald to Cockatoo. This is an easy Grade 2 trail—perfect for a casual stroll through beautiful surroundings! Please note that this walk starts from Emerald and finishes in Cockatoo.
Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please pay the Organizer fee ($20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular) using Trybooking:
https://www.trybooking.com/DEIEOTrybooking Tickets will be scanned at the meeting point. The tickets are non refundable and there is no option to transfer the ticket to a different event. The ticket will be refunded only if the event is cancelled or moved. Payments are managed through Trybooking and not Meetup. You will see an "Unpaid" status on your RSVP. The only thing you need is the Trybooking ticket which you will receive by email. I will manually update the meetup payment status closer to the event date.
Meeting Point: Let's meet infront of Timeout at Fed Square at 11:15 AM. We will be at the meeting point till 11:20 AM before walking to take the train to Belgrave followed by Bus to Gembrook.
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CnfUeKQ4XQZwkbrb8
Driving instead? You’re welcome to meet us directly at Gembrook Bakery (2/83 Main St, Gembrook VIC 3783) at 2:15 PM to begin the one-way walk from there.
Please note: Carpooling is not permitted. If you choose to park in Gembrook, you’ll need to catch a bus back from Cockatoo at the end of the walk.
We will take a lunch break in Gembrook.
This is a rain or shine event.
Total Walking Distance: 6km, Easy, mostly flat/ downhill
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular
Myki: $7.60 or Myki passPlease follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AU
Explore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have eight simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates.
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
📸 Cameras welcome, but… – please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. Let’s keep it fun, friendly, and drama-free!
Liability Waiver:
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/
- Cornella Canola Walk in Heathcote [New Event | Very Limited Spots]Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street, MelbourneAUD 20.00
We are heading to Heathcote and from there to Cornella Canola Walk in Shiraz Republic.
Please follow these five steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please pay the organizer fee ($20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular) via Trybooking - https://www.trybooking.com/DFEVQ
Step 3: Please buy the return vLine ticket ($7.60):
Onward: 12:35
Return: 19:00Step 4: Please pay the shuttle fee (between Heathcote and Shiraz Republic) $30 via bank transfer. Please contact me once you have got the organizer fee ticket for the PayID details. I have to pay this to the shuttle bus on advance.
Step 5: Please book your ticket for the Cornella Canola Walk for Sat, 6th Sep (4 pm - 6 pm slot): https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1433268
Trybooking tickets will be scanned at the meeting point.
Please note that the ticket will be only refunded if the event is moved or cancelled. There are no refunds. The tickets also cannot be transferred to a different event. Payments are managed through Trybooking and not Meetup. You will see an "Unpaid" status on your RSVP. The only thing you need is the Trybooking ticket which you will receive by email.
Meeting Point: Let's meet in the Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street (Station Side - Near the steps) at 12:10 PM and head to take the Vline coach terminal. This is a reserved service. We should be back in the city around 8:35 PM.
Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular
Transport: vLine (Train + Bus Return): $7.60
Shuttle Bus (return from Heathcote to Shiraz Republic) - $30
Cornella Canola Walk - $10Photos: All the photos will be uploaded to our Facebook Group (Explore Melbourne) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb and to meetup.
The golden sea is back at Shiraz Republic! For just four weeks each spring, 100 acres of canola fields burst into a dazzling carpet of yellow. Special walking tracks weave right through the blooms, making this the only spot in Victoria where you can safely step inside a canola field without damaging the crop.
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AUExplore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have seven simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. Let’s keep it fun, friendly, and drama-free!Liability Waiver:
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/
- LinkedIn Networking: Walk, Talk, and Connect | Melbourne CBD [Online Tickets]Fed Square, Melbourne
Join us for a relaxed LinkedIn networking walk — a casual way to connect with others in a friendly way. This event is only open to people who have an active LinkedIn account.
Whether you're working, studying, running a business, or figuring things out, you're welcome here. It's a great opportunity to grow your LinkedIn network and meet like-minded people.
We ask that everyone comes with the intention to build genuine connections — not to pitch or sell.
Please note: We won’t accept RSVPs from individuals who have previously breached our group guidelines. Any Eventbrite tickets from those individuals will be also cancelled.
Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please get your free ticket on eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/linkedin-networking-on-the-go-walk-talk-and-connect-melbourne-cbd-tickets-1574357839679
Meeting Point: Let's meet infront of Timeout at Fed Square at 7 PM. We will be at the meeting point till 7:10 PM before walking. We will finish the walk around 8:30 PM at Fed Square.
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CnfUeKQ4XQZwkbrb8
Total Walking Distance: 4km, Easy, mostly flat
Cost: FREE
Please follow me on LinkedIn for updates:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheolsuExplore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have eight simple rules for this event in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make connections, not find soulmates.
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap LinkedIn if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules.
Liability Waiver:
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/ - Special Wilsons Prom Day Trip | With Epic Hike to Mt OberonFederation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone, MelbourneAUD 99.00
We are heading to Wilsons Prom, the southernmost tip of mainland Australia. We’ll be hiking up Mt Oberon, spotting wildlife on the Prom Wildlife Walk, and visiting the stunning Squeaky Beach and Tidal River.
Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please get your ticket via Trybooking ($99 - $119) - https://www.trybooking.com/DEOBN
Payments are managed through Trybooking and not Meetup. You will see an "Unpaid" status on your RSVP. The only thing you need is the Trybooking ticket which you will receive by email. I will manually update the meetup payment status closer to the event date if the names on Trybooking and Meetup are the same.
Trybooking payments are non-refundable. There is no option to transfer the ticket to a new date. Trybooking payments will be refunded only if the event is cancelled or moved to a new date.
Meeting Point: Let's meet in the Corner of Russell and Flinders Street (Federation Square Bus stop) at 9 AM. We should be back to city around 9 pm.
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CkJZZsLTWRaZXmU47
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AUThis is a rain-or-shine event.
Please carry takeaway lunch, water, and snacks. We will make a stop on the way for lunch.
Cost:
Bus Ticket:
$99 - Early Bird
$119 - RegularTentative list of locations we will be visiting:
- Mount Oberon delivers some of the most breathtaking views in Victoria. The hike to its summit rewards you with a sweeping 360-degree panorama of Wilsons Promontory, overlooking Tidal River. From up top, you’ll see untouched coastline, glittering offshore islands, lush green gullies, and towering mountain ranges. The return hike is 6.8 km and takes about two hours. Grade: Level 3
- Squeaky Beach - The famous white sand of Squeaky Beach is so named because of the noise it makes when you stroll along it.
- Tidal River
- Prom Wildlife Walk - Starting at the Wildlife Viewing Area, the Prom Wildlife Walk meanders through open grasslands where you can spot kangaroos, wombats, wallabies, and emus. It’s a flat, Grade 2 loop track, 2.3 km long, taking about 45 minutes to complete.
Loyalty Card Stamps for this event:
If you are not using a discount code: 1
If you are using a discount code: 0Explore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have seven simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. Let’s keep it fun, friendly, and drama-free!
Liability Waiver:
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/
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