About us
Welcome to Explore Melbourne - one of the largest meetup groups in Melbourne and 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
To keep things safe, fun, and positive, we have 8 simple rules for people attending our events. We know these group rules won’t suit everybody, and that’s okay—there are many other groups where you might feel more at home. Over the past 9 years, we’ve removed 342 people for breaking them—so please read carefully!
❌ Not a dating group – We’re here to make friends and share experiences, not find soulmates.
📵 No phone numbers – You’re welcome to swap social media if you both agree, but don’t share or ask for phone numbers. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 No advertising – Please don’t promote other events, groups, or businesses here.
😅 Don’t be clingy – Give people space to mingle and chat with others too.
🚗 No carpooling – For safety reasons and insurance coverage, we don’t allow carpooling or ride-sharing through the group.
💰 No sales pitches – That means no selling, MLMs, pyramid schemes, or “life-changing mentorships.” Keep it scam-free.
By joining our events, you agree to follow these rules. Breaking them means removal from all our groups—no exceptions. Thank you!
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/
Featured event
![Cornella Canola Walk & Heathcote Day Trip [Once a Year Event]](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/6/a/2/highres_535389890.jpeg)
Cornella Canola Walk & Heathcote Day Trip [Once a Year Event]
Join us on our day trip to Heathcote and Cornella Canola Walk in Shiraz Republic. We will be hiring a 24 seater bus with a driver. This is a once a year event. Don't miss out. If you are a Youtuber or video creator, please message me before getting the ticket.
Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please buy your ticket ($89 - Early Bird, $99 - Regular) via Trybooking - https://www.trybooking.com/DOHZD
This includes the bus ticket and the entry ticket to the farm ($18)
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 Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone at 9 AM. We should be back to city around 5 pm.
This is a rain-or-shine event.
Please carry water, and snacks. We will make a stop at Heathcote for food.
Cost:
Bus Ticket (including organizer fee, bus with driver, farm entry): $99 - Early Bird, $109 - Regular
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.
Driving Time: 2 hours 15 mins (One way)
We will spend 90 minutes in Healthcote and 90 minutes at Shiraz Republic for the Canola Walk.
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.
📸 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
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- A$20.00
![Bass Coast Rail Trail to Kilcunda [7km | 10,000 Steps]](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/5/c/highres_535561372.jpeg)
Bass Coast Rail Trail to Kilcunda [7km | 10,000 Steps]
Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street, Spencer St & Bourke St, Melbourne, AUWe are taking the V/Line coach to to do the Bass Coast Rail Trail to Kilcunda. Spots are limited. Please read the group rules before signing up. Also, if you are a YouTuber or content creator, please message me before signing up.
Please follow these three steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please pay the organizer fee via Trybooking ($20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular): https://www.trybooking.com/DOSMA
Step 3: Please get your return V/Line ticket: https://bit.ly/4wlt7jv
Departure: 9:03
Return: 15:01Please note that you can use your V/Line ticket instead of myki for coming into the city and heading back out of city.
Trybooking tickets will be scanned at the meeting point. Trybooking Tickets are non refundable. Tickets will be refunded only if the event is moved or cancelled. There is no option to transfer the ticket.
This is a rain or shine event. Please carry takeaway lunch and snacks. You won't have access to food options until after the hike.
Meeting Point: Let's meet in the Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street (Station Side - Near the steps) at 8:35 AM. We’ll walk together to the V/Line coach terminal (opposite the SkyBus section). These coaches are often overbooked, so arriving early ensures you’ll get a seat.
We should be back to city around 5 PM.
Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2
Take in sweeping views of Bass Strait as you wind your way through farmland, coastal bushland and along the rugged coastline of the Bass Coast Rail Trail.
Total Walking/Hiking Distance: 7km or 10,000 steps.
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular
V/Line Ticket cost: $4Please 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 with more than 44,000 members. We know these group rules won’t suit everybody, and that’s okay—there are many other groups where you might feel more at home. To keep things safe, fun, and positive, we have 8 simple rules for people attending our events. Over the past 9 years, we’ve removed 342 people (around 0.8%) for breaking them—so please read carefully!
❌ Not a dating group – We’re here to make friends and share experiences, not find soulmates.
📵 No phone numbers – You’re welcome to swap social media if you both agree, but please don’t share or ask for phone numbers. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 No advertising – Please don’t promote other events, groups, or businesses here.
😅 Don’t be clingy – Give people space to mingle and chat with others too.
🚗 No carpooling – For safety reasons and insurance coverage, we don’t allow carpooling or ride-sharing through the group.
💰 No sales pitches – That means no selling, MLMs, pyramid schemes, or “life-changing mentorships.” Keep it scam-free.
By joining an event, you agree to follow these rules. Breaking them means removal from all our groups—no exceptions. Thank you!
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/
17 attendees - A$20.00
Milkyway in Premium Location - One Solo Photo
Spencer Street & Bourke Street, Melbourne, VI, AUPlease note that this event is not open for photographers (no option to bring Camera/GoPro or tripod). I will be taking photos of people with the Milkyway. Cameras and tripods aren’t allowed due to past accidents that led to damaged cameras/lenses and injuries in the dark. We have done over 200 Milkyway events. Please read the group rules before signing up.
Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot:
** Trybooking tickets will be posted once this event is confirmed based on the weather forecast. The event is usually only confirmed a day in advance **
We will scan Trybooking tickets at the meeting point.
Please note that Trybooking tickets will only be refunded if the event is moved or cancelled. Trybooking Tickets are non-refundable. There is no option to also transfer the ticket to a new date. 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 6:10 PM and head to one of the premium locations (100km away from Melbourne). Driving to the destination is not an option for any of our stargazing events. We should be back in the CBD around 11:30 PM.
Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2
** Please make sure you bring your Myki. Please ensure that it has atleast $11 or have myki Zone 1/2 pass. Please ensure that your myki money is added before coming to the meeting point. **
Please carry a warm jacket. Please carry takeaway dinner as there are no food options at the destination.
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular
Transport: Myki Money: $11.40
If you have Myki Zone 1/2 Pass: $0
Concession: $5.70
Taxi/Uber: $50 (In an unlikely event where Vline services are cancelled )Photos: All the images will be uploaded to our Facebook Group (Explore Melbourne) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb and meetup.
I take one solo photo for everyone with the Milkyway. These events are not aimed at photographers.
Location: For the safety of people attending the event and flexibility to change location at the last minute based on the weather forecast, we will only share the location details with people at the meeting point. For the safety of people attending future events, please do not share the Milkyway location with anyone. Also, please do not tag the location when sharing photos on Social Media.
The Milky Way Galaxy is one of the most interesting naked eye sights in the night sky. We live under light-polluted skies, and to see a glimpse of the Milkyway, we need to travel outside the city. We run Milkyway events near Melbourne (40-50km away) and events in premium locations (over 80-100km from Melbourne CBD). We will mention premium events on the title of the event.
Many Solo and some group photos from previous events: https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1F0fE1-s4mkkNIi1oATIVBE3I5riDTRO3
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/
57 attendees 
LinkedIn Networking: Walk, Talk, and Connect | Melbourne CBD
Fed Square, Melbourne, VI, AUJoin 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 remember to RSVP to this event if you wish to attend.
Please note: We won’t accept RSVPs from individuals who have previously breached our group guidelines.
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. Please don't be late.
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 with more than 43,000 members. We know these group rules won’t suit everybody, and that’s okay—there are many other groups where you might feel more at home. To keep things safe, fun, and positive, we have 8 simple rules for people attending our events. Over the past 9 years, we’ve removed 342 people (around 0.8%) for breaking them—so please read carefully!
❌ 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 please don’t share or ask for phone numbers. 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 an event, you agree to follow these rules. Breaking them means removal from all our groups—no exceptions. Thank you!
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/31 attendees- A$99.00
Cornella Canola Walk & Heathcote Day Trip [Once a Year Event]
Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone, Russell Ct, Melbourne, VI, AUJoin us on our day trip to Heathcote and Cornella Canola Walk in Shiraz Republic. We will be hiring a 24 seater bus with a driver. This is a once a year event. Don't miss out. If you are a Youtuber or video creator, please message me before getting the ticket.
Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please buy your ticket ($89 - Early Bird, $99 - Regular) via Trybooking - https://www.trybooking.com/DOHZD
This includes the bus ticket and the entry ticket to the farm ($18)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 Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone at 9 AM. We should be back to city around 5 pm.
This is a rain-or-shine event.
Please carry water, and snacks. We will make a stop at Heathcote for food.
Cost:
Bus Ticket (including organizer fee, bus with driver, farm entry): $99 - Early Bird, $109 - Regular
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.
Driving Time: 2 hours 15 mins (One way)
We will spend 90 minutes in Healthcote and 90 minutes at Shiraz Republic for the Canola Walk.
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 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.
📸 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/15 attendees
Past events
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![Cape Woolamai Hike to Pinnacles Lookout in Phillip Island - 15km [20,000 Steps]](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/e/8/6/highres_496344198.jpeg)
