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What to expect from Melbourne in October

Lucy Pascual
January 28, 2024
Melbourne cityscape

Melbourne in October is a thrilling time with an eerie atmosphere perfect for Halloween. With temperatures ranging from around 9°c to 20°c, the cool spring air adds a chilling edge to the city's spine-tingling activities. October is an excellent time to visit Melbourne’s darker history with ghost tours, crime tours and for a more direct thrill, skydiving.

A Spooky Past

As the sun sets and the city goes dark, Melbourne’s historical ghost tours offer a thrilling peek into its haunted past. Wander through the city at night, where tales of restless spirits, ghost encounters and unexplained phenomena are brought to life by knowledgeable guides.

You might visit sites like the Old Melbourne Gaol – where the ghost of the infamous bushranger Ned Kelly is said to roam – or you can explore the dark corners of the Queen Victoria Market, which is built over an old cemetery. These experiences are sure to send shivers down your spine, making it a perfect activity for the Halloween season.

If you’re into true crime, Melbourne’s crime tours give you a deep dive into the city’s underworld. These tours take you through the history of the city’s most infamous crimes, from the gangland killings to notorious heists.

Walk the streets where some serious criminals once roamed and hear the tales of their escapes, brutal murders and unsolved mysteries. The popular Melbourne True Crime Tour explores the city’s history of organised crime and the criminal figures who once ruled the streets in a thrilling experience that will have you looking over your shoulder.

For those seeking a rush that matches the thrill of ghosts and spooky crimes, skydiving over Melbourne at up to 15,000ft is quite an experience. October’s clear skies and calm weather give you exhilarating views of the city, the coastline and the surrounding countryside to match the heart-racing experience.

A Thrilling October in Melbourne

Melbourne in October is full of the spooky, the mysterious and the daring, but it’s also full of creativity. This month, you’ll be able to attend Melbourne Fashion Week and the Melbourne Fringe festival for some spectacular displays of talent from near and far. There’s so much more to do though, so look at our Things To Do in Melbourne page for more ideas.

AUTHOR PROFILE
Lucy Pascual
Lucy is a true-blue Aussie living in Far North Queensland. When she's not writing, she spends her time travelling to Australia's top destinations, aiming to see as much of the country as possible so she can share its best locations with her readers.

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