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Melbourne Dumpling Tasting Walking Tour
3 hours
Commentary: Audio · en
Melbourne, Australia
About this activity
Enjoy a flavorful dumpling adventure in Melbourne’s Chinatown, tasting delicious varieties at four local eateries while learning about the city’s culinary and cultural heritage.
Highlights
- Explore Melbourne’s vibrant Chinatown on foot
- Sample handmade dumplings at 4 top restaurants
- Learn dumpling secrets from expert local guides
- Experience Melbourne’s hottest chilli sauce
- Hear hidden stories and chef tales in laneways
Full description
Step into Melbourne’s legendary Chinatown for a fun-fueled walking tour dedicated to all things dumplings! Led by a passionate food-loving guide, you’ll hop from one hidden gem to another, savoring handmade dumplings bursting with flavor. Enjoy a curated selection at four beloved restaurants, from traditional favorites to tasty modern twists! Sip on tea and taste Melbourne’s famous chilli sauce as you soak up stories of chefs, history, and the city’s multicultural delights. This immersive tour isn’t just about food – it’s a deep dive into what makes Melbourne a culinary capital. Come hungry and leave inspired!
Included / Excluded
- Try different styles of handmade dumplings
- Tea and water
- Try Melbourne's hottest chilli sauce
- Expert commentary and history
- Other drinks (available to purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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You may know Flinders Lane has some of Australia's best restaurants, however did you know that it has some of Melbourne's best dumplings too? We start our tour with two distinctly different stops in this neighborhood.
You may know Flinders Lane has some of Australia's best restaurants, however did you know that it has some of Melbourne's best dumplings too? We start our tour with two distinctly different stops in this neighborhood.
Duration: 1 hour
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Chinatown
Learn about one of the oldest Chinese settlements outside of China - and (maybe predictably) we taste dumplings here too.
Duration: 1 hour
Meeting point
Start Location
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium, King Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia
Important information
Know before you book
- Not suitable for gluten-free or coeliac diets (all dumplings contain gluten)
- Vegetarian and vegan options available if requested at booking
- Accessible for strollers; tour is an easy walk and near public transport
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Bring an umbrella or raincoat in wet weather
- Advise dietary restrictions or allergies in advance
- Tours run in all weather conditions
- Arrive hungry – plenty of tastings included!
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Additional information
Please wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking
Vegetarian and vegan options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately