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Melbourne
Equal parts dynamic, cosmopolitan, sports-mad and arty, Melbourne simultaneously exudes style and keeps its best spots hidden, inviting discovery by food and culture lovers.
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Attractions
Must-see attractions for your itinerary
Royal Botanic Gardens
Melbourne
Considered one of the finest examples of Victorian-era landscaping in the world, Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens draw over two million visitors a year…
Hosier Lane
Melbourne
Melbourne's most-celebrated laneway for street art, Hosier Lane's cobbled length draws camera-wielding crowds to its colorful canvas of graffiti, stencils…
Shrine of Remembrance
Melbourne
One of Melbourne's icons, the Shrine of Remembrance is a commanding memorial to Victorians who have served in war and peacekeeping, especially those…
Melbourne Cricket Ground
Melbourne
With a capacity of 100,000 people, the "G" is one of the world’s great sporting venues, hosting cricket in summer and AFL (Australian Football League,…
Queen Victoria Market
Melbourne
With more than 600 traders, 'Vic Market' is a large open-air market brimming with food, shopping and cultural experiences. Early mornings are best for…
St Kilda Foreshore
St Kilda, Elwood & Elsternwick
With a palm-fringed promenade, sandy beach and eclectic architecture, St Kilda’s seaside appeal lands somewhere between Brighton in England and Venice…
NGV International
Melbourne
Housed in a vast, brutally beautiful, bunker-like building, the international branch of the NGV has an expansive collection, from ancient artefacts to the…
Melbourne Zoo
Melbourne
Established in 1862, this compact zoo remains one of the city’s most popular attractions and continues to innovate, having become the world's first carbon…
Planning Tools
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Best Neighborhoods
Melbourne is a collection of villages and each neighbourhood has its own distinct character. We guide you to the best suburbs to focus your time...
Read articleDay Trips
From forest trails to steam railways, these inspiring spots around Melbourne make for great day trips, and none of them require a car to reach.
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As one of the world’s most forward-thinking cities, you’d expect Melbourne to be a breeze to navigate; and it doesn’t disappoint.
Read articleFree Things to Do
Melbourne is home to a wealth of fantastic attractions for visitors. The best news? Many of them are free to enjoy.
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These fabulous independent retailers embody the creative verve of Australia’s cultural capital.
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