Gift Experiences Melbourne (That Someone Actually Wants)

Whether you’re buying for a lifelong Melburnian or a newcomer to the Victorian capital, this Melbourne gift experience covers all bases.

This gift card allows someone special to discover hidden laneways, iconic landmarks, and quirky local stories in an interactive self-guided scavenger hunt through Melbourne's Central Business District. 

Perfect for couples, families, and curious locals, it’s the perfect midway point between fascinating history and urban discovery.

Looking to splash out for someone special? This’ll do it.

Just a 90-minute drive from Melbourne, these award-winning geothermal springs offer the ultimate R&R. Gift someone a soak in natural thermal pools, a private bathing experience, or a luxurious massage in the heart of Victoria’s scenic Mornington Peninsula.

Set against Melbourne’s beachside playground, this outdoor escape room-style adventure blends puzzles, discovery, and real-world exploration. 

A playful and unique gift for those who love a challenge and some fresh sea air, this is a fun way to look at Melbourne’s backyard in a whole new light.

Some of us were born with the “clumsy” trait, and if that’s true of your gift recipient, it can be handy to know how to repair things beautifully.

Kintsugi is the Japanese traditional art of golden joinery. In this hands-on class, participants learn to repair broken ceramics with gold, celebrating flaws as part of the object’s beauty.

A stunning metaphor and an even more beautiful gift. Plus, it’s a super mindful thing to do.

One of the best things you can do for just about anybody is to let them experience an unforgettable meal on you (not literally, obviously).

The cool thing about these is that your giftee gets to choose from some of Melbourne’s best restaurants, so whether they’re craving modern Australian, Italian, or a fine-dining degustation, this card unlocks a world of culinary indulgence across the city. 

And who doesn’t want that?

Bring Italy to Melbourne with this hands-on pasta-making workshop.

As long as the recipient is ok with gluten, this is likely to go down a treat. Yes, store-bought pasta is always going to be someone’s go-to, but this is a treat, after all. 

This interactive experience teaches traditional techniques while letting participants roll, shape, and taste their way through a full meal. 

And if you’re lucky, they might invite you over for dinner sometime.

For the adrenaline junkie in your life, Ace Karts delivers the thrills. With an outdoor track just 20 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD, this high-speed experience is perfect for mates, dates, and birthday fun. 

Plus, it’s a 700m track and all outdoors, so your petrolhead friend can channel their Drive to Survive instincts like a champ.

Who says art has to be serious? 

Just like the name suggests, at Champainting, guests can unwind with a glass of bubbles while creating their own masterpiece. Bliss.

All of us could use a little more “mindfulness” in our lives, and we all know someone who wouldn’t give it a try without a little encouragement: this is for them. 

Let’s be honest, giving someone the chance to reconnect with mind and body through yoga and meditation is just a nice thing to do. 

Radiant Sol Yoga in Melbourne offers soulful classes that blend movement and mindfulness, perfect for grounding in the chaos of city life.

Okay, peaceful meditation and stretching isn’t for anyone. If you’re looking for a Melbourne gift experience that’s stress-busting and a little…unexpected? This is it. 

Axe-throwing is oddly therapeutic and heaps of fun, and most importantly, it’s a safe environment to do it in. It’s not the kind of thing you’d book yourself in for, but hey, that’s what gift cards are all about.

Yum. Just thinking about this made us hungry! 

Give the gift of buttery bliss with a voucher to one of Melbourne’s most beloved bakeries. 

Known for its cult croissants and Parisian flair, Agathé Patisserie is a sweet surprise any foodie will love. Besides, a sweet treat goes a long way to turning a bad day around.

If there’s a bookworm in your life who needs a Melbourne gift experience, let it be this one.

This charming independent bookstore just off Bourke Street has been a Melbourne literary icon since 1961, and chances are, your bookish mate already knows about it. 

A gift voucher here lets your recipient explore shelves of thoughtfully curated fiction, non-fiction, and local authors, and bring home something every literary lover can’t resist: a new read.

Whether it’s Vietnamese street food or classic Greek favourites, Relish Mama’s cooking classes in Melbourne’s southeast are a warm, hands-on gift idea. Choose from group experiences or private bookings for something extra special. And yes, you will want to give it a try yourself.