Best of · AUSTRALIA MARKET TOURS
Markets open early and close without warning. These 15 australia market tours are priced and timed so you can pick one in a couple of minutes and set an alarm for it.
Spend two hours exploring Queen Victoria Market with a guide and no more than nine other people. Expect seasonal tastings such as oysters, peppered kangaroo, goat cheese, olives, hot jam doughnuts and gelato, plus market stories, shopping tips and a reusable bag. Guides have included Hannah, Irene, Mandy and Sophie.
“very informative and lovely guide. Such an amazing market place. So well worth it.”
Meet at Adelaide Central Market at 9:30 am for a 90-minute small-group tour led by guides such as Broni, Stephanie, Rachel, or Cheryl. You will sample market foods, drink coffee or tea, meet stall holders, and learn how migration shaped South Australia’s food culture. Tastings and snacks are included.
“Rachel our guide was amazing and had a lot of knowledge about the marketplace. Loved all the food samples and hearing some of the family history behind the stalls. Loved the free samples”
Leave Brisbane at 7:45 am for a 10-hour guided trip through the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Visit Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, Montville, Eumundi Markets and Noosa Heads in an air-conditioned vehicle. Guides including Bruce, Shane and Peter share local stories, with free time for shops, food, beaches and coastal views.
“Long day getting on and ooff the bus. A bit expensive as there are no entry fees attached. Would liked to have visited another beach along the coastline. Knowledgeable guide, Bruce, who did his best to help us have a good day”
Meet your local guide at Melbourne Multicultural Hub at 9:30 am for a 2.5-hour walk to Queen Victoria Market. Expect coffee, antipasto, cheese, gelato, and other multicultural tastings, plus stories about immigration, food, and market life. Guides including Tristan, Anna, and Tamra bring the stalls and vendors to life. The route is about 1 km and groups are limited to 12.
“Tristan did a fantastic job of showing us around the impressive Queen Victoria Market. From the complimentary coffee at the start to the cup of handmade gelato at the end, this excursion was full of food samples and introductions to many of the vendors who give the market its vibe.”
Meet your guide at Adelaide Central Market at 8:30 am for a 2.5-hour food walk with breakfast, coffee, snacks, and samples from local makers. Guides such as Broni, Mary Ann, and Cheryl explain the market’s food culture and introduce you to stallholders. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available if requested in advance.
“An excellent tour with a tasty breakfast, lots of different nibbles and loads of information. Our guide (Cheryl) was very good and very helpful on both the market and other things to see in Adelaide (National Wine Centre was a great tip for lunch)”
Meet your English-speaking guide outside the Multicultural Hub and walk about 1 km through Queen Victoria Market before the crowds arrive. Over 150 minutes, taste local and multicultural specialties, enjoy Melbourne coffee, meet stallholders, and learn how immigration shaped the city’s food culture. Tristan and Anna are among the guides who lead this small-group experience.
“Really good tour. Kellie was great. Lots of info and delicious food to try”
Meet your local guide at SiSea restaurant and spend 90 minutes tasting your way through Adelaide Central Market. You will sample South Australian produce, enjoy coffee, meet stall holders, and hear how migration shaped the market. Tours run in English or Chinese, with groups limited to 10 and dietary options available.
“Hi Our tour was very informative, enjoyable and a great guide outlined the history to the present day and introduced the group to some of the stall holders A tour worth passing on to other tourists Thanking you E. Hilton Linklater”
Travel from Cairns to Port Douglas for its Sunday waterfront markets, with stops at Palm Cove, Flagstaff Hill, and Rex Lookout. You get about two hours at the markets, round-trip transport, and a small group capped at 18 people. Guides such as Tommy, Glenn, Mark, and Michael have been praised for their local commentary, though stop times can vary.
“Great trip! Maybe an extra half hour at Port Douglas would be good though. The best part of our trip was our tour guide Glenn! So informative & a lovely man! He made our trip 5 stars plus!!”
Start at 9:30 am with a small group of up to eight and follow a guide through Adelaide Central Market. You will sample food, meet market stallholders, hear how newcomers have shaped Adelaide’s food culture, then sit down for lunch with wine, coffee, or tea. Stephanie is one guide associated with this experience.
“walking thru a busy market , sampling from many stalls with an extremely well informed guide is a perfect way to visit any city”
Meet at Rusty’s Markets in Cairns at 11:45 am for a 90-minute small-group walk through the market. You’ll taste at least seven foods, meet stallholders, hear about Rusty Rees and Chinatown, and get practical dining tips from guides such as Peter. Vegetarian-friendly tastings are included.
“Fun tour. Loved learning some of the local market and town history. The food tasting was nice as we tried things out of the ordinary. Enjoyed seeing how this market connects community. Very welcoming guide”
Meet at SiSea Restaurant for a 150-minute Adelaide Central Market tour with breakfast, coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. A guide such as Bron or Cheryl leads you through the market, introduces family-run traders, shares its story since 1869, and offers tastings from South Australian producers.
“Cheryl was a great tour leader . She knew so much about the markets and her interaction with us and the stall holders was delightful and appreciated. It was a great tour . Well worth doing .”
Start at Melbourne’s Multicultural Hub at 9:30 am, then walk with a private English-speaking guide through Queen Victoria Market. You’ll taste selected foods, enjoy a Melbourne coffee, meet vendors, and learn how immigrant communities shaped the city’s food culture. The tour lasts about two and a half hours.
“Very knowledgeable and friendly guide. Provided a comprehensive coverage of the history of the market and things that are offered.”
Join Katina from Flamboyance Tours for a one-hour Adelaide Central Market walk with tastings of sweets, native foods, local cheese, and more. Hear how the market began, visit its oldest remaining stall, and learn how Adelaide’s many cultures shape its food scene. Groups are limited to 10.
“plenty of information and excellent food samples. the tour operator was very knowledgeable and had an easy rapport with all the vendors.”
Meet early at Sydney Fish Market for a two-hour guided look at the auction floor, Dutch auction system, and more than 100 seafood species. You’ll see tuna filleting, live lobsters, sushi preparation, and oyster shucking. Guides such as Mark and Mike explain the trade in clear, practical terms. Safety footwear is supplied.
“Wonderful insight into the world of seafood and understanding of what happens before the seafood lands up on our plates. Mark, our guide and an experienced fisherman himself, took us through the various aspects of the Market seamlessly. He explained about the auction system, quality checks carried out etc. We were provided with boots and hi-vis jackets before the start of the tour. Highly recommended.”
Join a Seafood Educator for a one-hour walk through Sydney Fish Market. See the Dutch auction stands, commercial wharves, fishing vessels, oyster shucking, and the market’s new building while learning how seafood reaches your plate. Michael is one guide praised for his passion and clear explanations.
“Very interesting tour learning about the new building and market. The food selection is great.”
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