Couples Things to Do in Melbourne

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Love the Victorian capital? Looking for great things for couples to do in Melbourne? Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, looking for a great gift idea or simply want to spend some quality time together, RedBalloon has you covered. Discover an assortment of fun things to do in Melbourne for couples, from scenic helicopter flights, and hot air balloon rides to high teas, rejuvenating spa days and more. From your first date to an anniversary celebration and just about every occasion in between, you’ll find plenty of fantastic ways to spend time with the special person in your life.

See the city’s sights with a helicopter flight for two

Melbourne is an incredible city, and what better way to experience its beauty than with a helicopter flight for two? Whether you are Melbourne locals looking for a fresh perspective of your hometown or are searching for a unique way to see the city’s sights during a stay in the city, a helicopter flight is an activity you’re sure to think fondly of for years to come. Choose from a variety of experiences, from private helicopter flights over Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula and Port Phillip Bay to a package including return flights, lunch and matched wines at a local winery.

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Share a high tea experience

For a couple’s activity peppered with a touch of luxury, you can’t go past a high tea experience. Serving an assortment of pastries, cakes, sandwiches and other sweet and savoury treats, as well as tea, sparkling wine and, at select venues, cocktails, it’s among the best things for couples to do in Melbourne. Choose to embark on a scenic high tea cruise along the Yarra River, visit The Windsor’s Victorian-era dining room or stop by the National Gallery of Victoria’s tea room for a day filled with great food and even better art.

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Kick back and relax with a spa day

Reconnect with your special person and enjoy some well-deserved relaxation with a spa day experience. Great for when you’re looking for things to do in Melbourne for couples with a slower pace, this is an experience that will leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Opt for a comprehensive package, complete with a facial, body massage, scalp massage and more, or select a treatment or two that interests you and your partner. Feel the stress melt away during a massage or floatation tank session, perfect your complexion with a facial or body polish, or find another treatment to match your needs.

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Start the day with a hot air ballooning experience

Not only is hot air ballooning a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but it also makes for a romantic one at that. If you’re looking for memorable things for couples to do in Melbourne, a hot air balloon ride is a great place to start. See Melbourne, its suburbs and surroundings from a brand new angle, soaking up the sights and sounds of the Victorian capital with your favourite person by your side. Perfect for an anniversary celebration, a birthday surprise, or even an imaginative proposal, a hot air balloon is one experience you will both remember for years to come.

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Get crafty in the kitchen with a cooking class

If you’re searching for fun things to do in Melbourne for couples, be sure to add a cooking class to your list. Fun, interactive and a great way to spend an afternoon, a cooking class allows you to work together, expand your cooking skills and create a tasty meal too. Enjoy making delicious dumplings, classic Italian dishes or explore a cuisine you’re yet to try. Led by an expert chef, all ingredients and equipment are provided for each class, allowing you to focus on the task at hand: crafting the delectable dishes you’ll soon be dining on. Secure your cooking class experience today, or give your special someone the gift of choice with a RedBalloon gift voucher.

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Dine in style at a Melbourne eatery

Melbourne has earned its status as Australia’s culinary capital for a good reason, with talented chefs, cooks and artisans across the city transforming high-quality ingredients into incredible taste sensations. For a lovely shared experience with your partner, why not discover what all the fuss is about? Settle in for a classic steakhouse meal, explore a five-course menu together or delight your taste buds with a degustation. With an assortment of cuisines to choose from, including Sri Lankan, Greek, Russian, Thai and more, you might choose to treat your other half to their favourite dish or embrace the opportunity to try something new together.

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