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
![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)
Cape Woolamai Hike to Pinnacles Lookout in Phillip Island - 15km [20,000 Steps]
We are taking the V/Line coach to Cape Woolamai to do the hike to Pinnacles Lookout. 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/DOHTO
Step 3: Please get your return V/Line ticket: https://bit.ly/4yFSlvh
Departure: 9:03
Return: 18:08
Please 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. We will make a quick stop at Phillip Island Chocolate Factory for lunch.
Meeting Point: Let's meet in the Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street (Station Side - Near the steps) at 8:35 AM. We should be back to city around 8:30 PM.
Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2
Let's head to the beautiful Phillip Island. We plan to visit places that are a little bit off the beaten path. We will have more than 7 hours in Phillip Island.
Total Walking/Hiking Distance: 15km or 20,000 steps - Please note that a part of the walk will be on the beach.
Locations we will be visiting:
Phillip Island Chocolate Factory – Lunch stop in the cafe.
Pinnacles Lookout – A dramatic clifftop viewpoint at Cape Woolamai, offering sweeping views of rugged sea stacks and the wild Bass Strait.
Anzacs Beach – A peaceful sandy stretch named in honour of the ANZACs, popular for its natural beauty and quiet coastal vibe.
Woolamai Surf Beach – One of Phillip Island’s most famous surf breaks, drawing surfers with its powerful waves and wide golden sands.
Cape Woolamai Beacon – A striking navigation beacon perched on the cliff’s edge, surrounded by panoramic ocean views and seabirds in flight.
Gull Island Lookout – A scenic lookout point overlooking the tiny rocky Gull Island, often teeming with seabirds and framed by turquoise seas.
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular
V/Line Ticket cost: $4
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 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/
Upcoming events
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Melbourne Star Lighting Up Again - After 5 Years
Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street, Spencer St & Bourke St, Melbourne, AUPlease remember to RSVP for this event on meetup to confirm your spot. Please read the group rules listed below before signing up. Meetup event ticket will be scanned at the meeting point.
For nearly five years, the Docklands skyline has been missing its brightest landmark. That ends this Thursday.
Meeting Point: Let's meet at the Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street (Station Side - Near the steps) at 5:50 PM and then walk to District Docklands. Please don't be late. Unfortunately, joining us will not be possible once we leave the meeting point.
Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2
On Thursday 30 July, the Melbourne Star flickers back to life at The District Docklands — and it's not doing it quietly. The switch-on brings fireworks over the water and the Star's first full-lighting animation sequence in years.
It's free, and after half a decade in the dark, the first light-up only happens once.Organizer Fee: N/A
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/37 attendees- A$20.00
Day Trip to Maryborough | Heart of the Victorian Goldfields Region
Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street, Spencer St & Bourke St, Melbourne, AUWe’re heading to Maryborough - The heart of the Victorian goldfields region. Please send me a message in advance if you are a YouTuber or a content creator.
Please follow all three 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/DNXDM
Trybooking tickets will be scanned at the meeting point.
Step 3: Please book your V/Line ticket: https://bit.ly/4wlX7MX
Departure: 08:35
Return: 15:43
Once you get the V/Line ticket, you don't need myki for the day (to get to/from the city).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 8:10 AM and head to take the train. We should be back in the city around 6:15 PM. Please don't forget your myki.
Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular
Transport (V/Line Ticket) : $4Photos: All the photos will be uploaded to our Facebook Group (Explore Melbourne) - https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb and to meetup.
Tentative places we plan to visit by walking around town:
* Central Goldfields Visitor Centre
* Maryborough Railway Station
* Phillips Gardens
* Lake Victoria
* Maryborough Paramount Theatre
* Mary Poppins Statue
* McLandress Square
* Bristol Hill Lookout (optional 1.8km one way 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 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/
18 attendees 
All You Can Breakfast Buffet - South Indian @Jaathara Docklands
Jaathara at Bourke, 2/763 Bourke St, Docklands VIC 3008, Melbourne, AUJoin us for a relaxed all you can breakfast buffet (South Indian Food) @Jaathara Docklands. Please note that we may have to queue up before they assign a table.
Please remember to RSVP to this event on meetup if you wish to attend. Spots are limited.
Please note: We won’t accept RSVPs from individuals who have previously breached our group guidelines.
Meeting Point: Let's meet infront of Jaathara Docklands 11:30 am.
Address: 2/763 Bourke St, Docklands VIC 3008
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fNGV5q8vGdppmbDPACost of Buffet: $19.99
Buffet Menu:
• Dosa
• Idly and vada
• Bonda
• Poori (Besan Curry)
• Any 1 Special items
• Three types of chutney’s
• Dessert & ChaiPlease 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/
9 attendees
The Malaysian Night Market @ Queensbridge Square
McDonald's Freshwater, Freshwater Pl, Southbank VIC 3006, Southbank, AUJoin us for The Malaysian Night Market @ Queensbridge Square. The Malaysian Pasar Malam (Night Market) has arrived at Queensbridge Square, Southbank. The free-entry market features over 20 stalls serving authentic Malaysian street food — think charcoal-grilled chicken satay, nasi lemak, char kway teow, and cucur udang.
Please remember to RSVP to this event on meetup 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 McDonald's Freshwater Place at 6 PM.
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HiAvk34ftm26e2rFAPlease 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/
5 attendees
Past events
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![LinkedIn Networking: Walk, Talk, and Connect | Melbourne CBD [RSVP Essential]](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/6/5/4/highres_529430772.jpeg)
