5 of the Best Melbourne Experiences Under $100

When it comes to gift giving, there's nothing more meaningful than our unique experience gifts in Melbourne! Forget the traditional gift baskets or boxes of chocolate, it's about time we embraced the art of gifting experiences that make long-lasting memories and help them spend quality time with their loved ones.

If you’re looking for romantic gift experiences for her or birthday gift ideas for him, you’re in luck! Melbourne has a variety of unique and exciting experience gifts that won't break the bank, from getting artsy with casual paint and sip classes to unleashing your inner barista at a latte art class. Whatever your giftee prefers, we've handpicked some of the best Melbourne experiences under $100 for you to consider next time you’re looking for the perfect gift for Mum, Dad, best friend or partner in 2024.

Spin clay on the pottery wheel in Abbotsford

Cost: $80 per child, $90 per adult

One of the most therapeutic and rewarding experiences Melbourne has to offer is learning how to spin clay on a pottery wheel at 2 Mayfield Street. This hands-on ceramic workshop allows individuals or couples to channel their inner creativity with clay and make functional ceramic pieces for their homes.

Step inside their naturally lit studio in Abbotsford and get ready to learn all about wheel throwing. A local talented ceramicist will guide your giftee through the pottery making process, from centering and opening clay to moulding clay into all sorts of beautiful forms and designs. By the end of the class, they will have created their own bespoke piece in just one session!

This hand building class is also a perfect activity for little ones, making it one of the best experience gifts for kids or anyone who loves trying out new things. Bring your children along to a pottery class and spend quality time with each other in a safe and supportive environment. Not only is this ceramic class fun and creative but it’s also great for your wallet too. Come along to 2 Mayfield St this weekend and make a day out of it!

Learn how to create beautiful latte art in Melbourne

Cost: $90

If you’re looking for unique birthday gift experiences for coffee lovers, head to Barista Course Melbourne, located on Elizabeth Street. Here, your special someone can learn how to create aesthetically pleasing latte art under professional guidance. They’ll first learn how to steam milk properly and create unique latte art designs like rosettas, tulips and even love hearts.

Creating latte art is both a science and an art form, where it requires precision and patience and adds extraordinary charm to every cup of coffee brewed. Whether it’s for your dad or best friend, this barista course makes for one of those ideal birthday gifts that keep on giving as they can impress their loved ones with their newfound skills long after the course ends.

Paint your furry best friend in Port Melbourne

Cost: $65

A woman or man’s best friend is often said to be their dog… and we completely agree! For unique experience gifts for dog lovers, this paint your dog workshop is the perfect choice. Paint for Fun Melbourne allows your giftee to bring their pooch along to the workshop and learn how to create a portrait of their pet!

The best part is their dog will be by their side, so it’s easy to recreate their portrait on canvas and have fun with their best friend in a vibrant and supportive setting. Maybe the only hardest thing is not being distracted by everyone’s cute dogs in the class! By the end, they will take home a painting of their dog, which will always remind them of this fun day, full of laughter and great memories—the essence of any good experience gift. Plus, it's one of the best last-minute gifts in Melbourne, that still feels personal!

Create classic cocktails like a pro in South Yarra

Cost: $70

If you're looking for fun things to do in Melbourne, shake things up with a cocktail making class at Mr Chambers in South Yarra. This delightful workshop is perfect for anyone who loves to entertain or simply enjoys a well-crafted drink.

Sahana, an experienced mixologist with a flair for creating stunning cocktails, offers an interactive and hands-on session where your special someone gets to learn the art of mixing drinks. They will be taught how to make three classic cocktails during the two-hour class and along the way, gain insights into the history of each drink.

This cocktail making class is also about having a great time. At Mr Chambers, they encourage participants to stay long after the class ends, enjoy the ambience at the bar or stroll around for a bite to eat along Toorak Road and Chapel Street.

Priced at just $70 per person, this cocktail class is truly a unique gift experience for couples or individuals that promises plenty of laughter, learning and drinks!

Make mesmerising fluid art pieces in Richmond

Cost: $93

For those who want to unleash their inner artist, consider gifting them a fluid art workshop by Live for Art in Richmond. This fluid painting workshop encourages creativity while providing a relaxing atmosphere. Each participant is guided by an experienced artist who will demonstrate step-by-step instructions on how to create stunning pieces of fluid art.

They’ll learn how to select colours, mix paints and create different patterns using this technique of Dutch pour painting, where you pour from a cup and use a hairdryer to move the paints around. The best part is that no two paintings ever come out the same, meaning each piece created during the workshop is unique to them!

Many people find the process of watching the paint flow across the canvas to be incredibly soothing. So that by the end of the session, not only do they leave with their own masterpiece but also a sense of calm and accomplishment.

Whether you're looking for unique gift experiences for couples or experience vouchers for Mum, these Melbourne experiences offer unique gifts that won’t break your budget. With these options, you can give your loved ones more than just things—you can give them memories that will last a lifetime!