Everything Melbourne
Melbourne - Australia's Cultural CapitalEvery Bit Different - Tourism Melbourne’s slogan is the perfect way to describe the city. With a vibe and energy different then anywhere in the country, Melbourne feels like a European Cosmopolitan hub with a healthy dose of the Australian laid back lifestyle.
Highlights:
❋ Melbourne CBDWith a stunning street level, Melbourne’s CBD feels a lot smaller than its skyline suggests. Key sights include Hosier Lane, The Queen Victoria Market, and State Library.
❋ The Inner NorthMelbourne’s Inner North is the center of the cities hipster and alternative scene. The suburbs of Fitzroy, Collingwood, and Brunswick are the home of countless vintage clothing shops, cafes, and ecelectic bars.
❋ St KildaMelbourne’s most popular beach suburb. A great place to cooldown in the Summer or watch the sunset in the Winter. Home to its iconic pier and Luna Park.
❋ Phillip IslandLocated 2 hours south of the city, Phillip Island houses incredible beaches and extensive wildlife. Stay overnight to watch the Penguin Parade, and witness thousands of the world’s tiniest penguins come out of the ocean.
❋ The Great Ocean RoadAustralia’s most famous coastal drive. Features iconic landmarks such as the Loch and Gorge and The 12 Apostles. Stare out the window as you pass through temperate rainforests and past coastal views.
Melbourne - The Perfect Week
Day 1-2The CBD and The Inner North
See what makes Melbourne, Melbourne. Spend your first couple of days walking around The CBD and The Inner North hitting all the touristy spots. If your legs get tired sit down at one of the endless cafes and try some of Melbourne’s famous coffee.
CBD Must Do'sHosier/ACDC Lane, Queen Vic Market, State Library, Bourke St Mall, Federation Square
Inner North Must Do'sCarlton Gardens and Exhibition Building, Gertude/Smith/Brunswick St, Sydney Rd
CafesJasper Caffeine Dealers, Duke’s Coffee Roaster, Chapter House, Good Measure, Plus Coffee
RestaurantsAfloat, Empress of China, A1 Bakery, Soi 38
BarsGin Palace, The Toff, Naked for Satan, The LuWoW
Day 3St Kilda and Melbourne’s Beaches
Spend the day walking along the coast of Port Phillip. If the weather permits go for a swim and grab a beachside cocktail. Talk a walk down to Brighton Beach (3hr return) and see its iconic bathing boxes. Finish up your day at the end of the St Kilda Pier and watch the sunset with spectacular skyline views.
St Kilda Must Do'sSt Kilda Beach, Acland St, St Kilda Pier, Brighton Beach Bathing Boxes
CafesSt Kilda Pier Kiosk, Abbey Road, Monarch Cakes
RestaurantsThe Lady of St Kilda, Radio Mexico, Stokehouse
BarsThe Fifth, Flour Child, The Espy
Day 4-5Phillip Island
In 2 days on Phillip Island you can see wallabies and penguins in the wild, go surfing, pet kangaroos, and explore the Victorian countryside. Phillip Island offers the perfect opportunity to escape the city and see a different side of Aus.
Phillip Island Must Do'sPenguin Parade, Surfing, San Remo, Maru Koala and Animal Park, Woolamai Surf Beach
CafesSanny Side, Beachside Bakehouse
RestaurantsSan Remo Fishermans Co-Op, Surf Beach Pizza
StayPhillip Island Wildlife Park
Day 6 The Great Ocean Road
Take a day trip down Australia’s most famous coastal drive. From magnificient limestone rock formations, to rainforests and quaint surf towns. The Great Ocean Road tees up countless jaw dropping views.
Great Ocean Road Must Do'sThe Grotto, Loch and Gorge, 12 Apostles, Lorne, Otway Rainforest, Torquay
CafesKoala Cafe, Lorne Central, Pond Cafe
Restaurants
The Stump, Pholklore
TimelineLeave Melbourne CBD 6am, return 9pm