Explore Melbourne’s Iconic Sights with The Skippy Bus!
See the best of Melbourne at your own pace with our hop-on, hop-off bus service! From historic landmarks to modern attractions, our Green and Gold routes take you through the city's most iconic sites with ease. Whether you’re here for the sights, food, or culture, The Skippy Bus is the perfect way to experience Melbourne.
Welcome to Melbourne, a city bursting with culture, style, and adventure! Known as one of Australia’s trendiest destinations, Melbourne is packed with hidden gems, vibrant street art, world-class food, and stunning landscapes just waiting to be explored.
Whether you're a foodie, an art lover, a thrill-seeker, or simply looking for a relaxing escape, Melbourne has something for everyone. And with The Skippy Bus, your journey through this incredible city just got easier!
Get lost in the bustling streets of Melbourne, where European charm meets modern innovation. Wander through laneways filled with boutique cafes, street markets, and artisan shops.
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🛍️ Markets & Shopping – Explore the lively Queen Victoria Market or discover hidden treasures in Chapel Street’s boutique stores.
Arts Centre Melbourne is Australia's largest and busiest performing arts venue, hosting over 4,400 performances and public events annually.
Located in the heart of Melbourne's cultural precinct, it features multiple venues, including the State Theatre, Hamer Hall, and the Sidney Myer Music Bowl. Visitors can enjoy a diverse range of performances, from ballet and opera to contemporary music and theatre.
Adjacent to the Arts Centre is the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), Australia's oldest and most visited art museum. Established in 1861, the NGV houses a permanent collection of over 75,000 works, spanning various periods and styles, including European, Asian, Oceanic, and American art.
The gallery also hosts significant temporary exhibitions; for instance, in June 2025, the NGV will present an extensive exhibition of over 100 French Impressionist masterpieces from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
Together, these institutions form a cornerstone of Melbourne's vibrant arts scene, offering visitors a rich tapestry of visual and performing arts experiences.
Embark on an unforgettable one-day tour along Victoria's iconic Great Ocean Road, renowned for its breath-taking coastal vistas, unique landmarks, and rich history.
This world-famous route stretches approximately 243 kilometres (151 miles) from Torquay to Allansford, offering scenic surprises at every turn. Experience the endless stretches of white sandy beaches, dense rainforests, charming coastal towns, and canopies populated by koalas.
Travel in style and comfort aboard our touring coach, which provides ample time at unique locations. Explore the picturesque town of Lorne, capture stunning photos along the way, and enjoy a relaxed lunch at Apollo Bay. Afterward, cruise through the Great Otway National Park, known for its lush rainforests and diverse wildlife.
At the Twelve Apostles, take your time to descend the Gibson Steps—a set of 86 steps carved into the cliff face by local settler Hugh Gibson—to the beach below, offering a unique perspective of these majestic limestone stacks.
Following this, visit the Loch Ard Gorge, a site steeped in maritime history, and then showcase the charming town of Port Campbell. Before returning to Melbourne around 8:30 PM, venture out to the London Bridge, another remarkable rock formation along the coast.
This carefully curated itinerary ensures you experience the very best of the Great Ocean Road, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Join Melbourne Sights on our express tour to Phillip Island for the renowned Penguin Parade at Sunset With a relaxed 2pm departure from Melbourne's Southern Cross Station (Coach Terminal) we head straight to Phillip Island via the Bass Coast Hyw with panoramic views of Western Port & French Island.Crossing onto Phillip Island at San Remo our first stop is Seal Rocks and the Nobbies Centre to take a walk along the boardwalk and soak in the stunning views back towards the Mornington Peninsula from Phillip Island’s most western point.
From September to late April we also explore the township of Cowes.
And then it’s onwards to the main event, the Phillip Island penguin tour. Just after dark every night, the world’s smallest penguins waddle ashore after spending the day fishing out at sea. You’ll be truly captivated as the stars of the show emerge from the surf and pass right before your eyes on their journey back to their burrows.
An evening meal (own expense) can be enjoyed prior of after the Penguin Parade depending on season. Our return to Melbourne is direct via the Monash Freeway for a mid evening arrival back to Southern Cross Station
Animal Land Children’s Farm – an authentic farm experience for children and families. We offer general public , student groups, children’s parties – all just 30 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD. Animal Land Children’s Farm is Melbourne’s premiere farm experience.
For more than 30 years this unique attraction has offered visitors to the only truly authentic, first-hand experience of a working farm. Animal Land has been specifically set up to give children a tangible, practical farming experience.
Unlike other animal attractions and zoos where visitors simply observe the animals from a distance, our visitors get to hold, pat, feed, ride and immerse themselves in farm life first-hand. Animal Land is open to the General Public 4 days a week
All Aboard a Living Time Machine. Take in the magic of steam train travel from the moment you arrive, with the sight of the historic locomotives being prepared for departure at the station, the smell of steam billowing out of the vessel’s chimney and the evocative sound of the train’s whistle.
Before long, our friendly conductors will help you on board the open-side carriages for a serene ride over the hills, across the iconic timber trestle bridges, down the valley and into the forest on the original mountain track between Belgrave and Gembrook.
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