BEST TOURIST SPOTS IN MELBOURNE

Melbourne is the capital of Victoria, a state in Australia’s southeast. Melbourne is well-known for its rough coastline, distant beaches, lush forests, Alpine panoramas, busy streets, and exciting nightlife.

Eureka Tower

Eureka Tower, which stands tall in Melbourne’s Southbank region, rises to a height of 292m and is a popular destination for those looking for an exciting experience mixed with adventure.

What Can We Expect?

Tourists can enjoy panoramic views of Melbourne from 300m above sea level. Atop the sky deck, 30 viewfinders allow visitors to identify famous sites.

Tips

• You should go to ‘The Edge,’ a glass cube on the 88th floor of the tower, to see the metropolitan skyline, especially at night.
• Fine dining can enjoy a seven-course meal at Eureka 89 from Monday to Thursday or a Sunday brunch (prior reservations are required).
• Guests can visit The Bar at Eureka 89 & sip a drink while watching the skyline.
• There is also a Sun and Stars Ticket, which allows you to see the sunrise and sunset from a vantage point.

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria – Melbourne Gardens

In 1846, the Royal Botanic Gardens were established. The park is divided into two halves, one in Melbourne and the other in Cranbourne. The designed garden features a mix of exotic & native plants.

What Can We Expect?

Tourists can relax among the greenery, have a picnic with friends by the lake, take pictures, or enjoy a traditional high tea experience at The Terrace.

Tips

• Plan your summer holiday around a moonlight cinema experience under the stars.
• These gardens are located adjacent to Domain Parkland, which comprises the Kings’ Domain, Queen Victoria Gardens, and Alexandra Gardens.
• There is also an award-winning Australian Garden in the Royal Botanical Garden Cranbourne.
• Guests can rent a boat in the middle of the lake and go punting, which is essentially boating in a flat-bottomed boat.
• Personal expeditions with a tour leader are available, allowing you to experience boating like the Venetian Gondolas.
• 30-minute tours and one-hour sunset trips (only available during the warmer months) are also available.

Melbourne Museum

The Melbourne Museum, located in Carlton Gardens, is a sophisticated home of themed displays that come to life through IMAX theatres and interactive spaces, shedding light on varied civilizations and their vast collections.

What Can We Expect?

Visit the Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre to immerse yourself in the ancient past, or marvel at the Phar Lap display, which discusses Australia’s greatest racing horse, or the Children’s Gallery, which offers interesting activities to develop your children’s imaginations.

Tips

• Explore the museum’s extensive gardens and parklands.
• Combine your museum visit with a tour of the Royal Exhibition Building to explore the interiors, live events, and exhibits.
• Visitors to the museum can take a digital art class to create their masterpieces.
• A dinosaur walk with remains of prehistoric species is a must-see for both kids and history buffs.
• Check out the open-air atrium, which is teeming with plants and creatures that refract and absorb light.

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Cook’s Cottage

Captain Cook’s Cottage, located in Fitzroy Gardens, was transferred to Melbourne from Captain Cook’s native house in England (Yorkshire) and set up here.

What Can We Expect?

The cottage provides insights into James Cook’s life and sea voyages around Australia and the world. Immerse yourself in the ancient stories with all of your heart.

Tips

• Tourists can marvel at the Fitzroy Garden’s splendor and see the elegant Spanish-style conservatory, which is always brimming with floral displays.
• Your children will adore the quaint Tudor Village as well as the Fairy Tree at this family-friendly attraction.

 

National Gallery of Victoria

The National Gallery of Victoria was founded in 1861 and is Melbourne’s oldest art gallery. It is known as the NGV and houses one of the world’s finest art collections.

What Can We Expect?

Examine the treasures of ancient Egypt, Rome, Greece, and pre-Columbian America. 16,000 paintings and drawings from European and Asian artists are also on display.

Tips

• Tourists can dine at places such as Tea Room, Persimmon, and Gallery Kitchen.
• The museum contains an oceanic gallery that showcases Pacific Area aboriginal culture.
• Admire the British paintings from 1200 years ago.
• Sculpture, fashion and textile, photography, and furniture displays are also available.
• The National Gallery of Victoria is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Melbourne Zoo

Melbourne Zoo, which opened in October 1862, is the country’s oldest zoo. A visit to this zoo, modeled after the London Zoo, ensures memorable contact with nature. You can even talk to zoo staff to learn more about wild animals.

What Can We Expect?

Tourists must participate in the Trail of Elephants, which provides insight into the lives of Asian elephants. Another highlight is the Orangutan Sanctuary, where animals live on tree tops. At the Giraffe Lookout Café, you can also have a BBQ while watching the giraffes graze.

Tips

• Other exciting experiences include the ‘Roar and Snore’ spectacle, twilight music concerts, and behind-the-scenes excursions.
• The zoo has food and dessert cafes/kiosks.
• Chef’s specials and vegan dishes are available at the Lakeside Cafe.
• At the elephant kiosk, you can sample South-East Asian cuisine.
• A lunch pack for a group of 10 can also be ordered for a zoo picnic. There are also gluten-free choices available.
• Chef’s specials and vegan dishes are available at the Lakeside Cafe.
• At the elephant kiosk, you can sample South-East Asian cuisine.
• A lunch pack for a group of 10 can also be ordered for a zoo picnic. There are also gluten-free choices available.

Half Moon Bay, Black Rock

Half Moon Bay at Black Rock is a sandy beach in Melbourne that takes visitors away from the city’s hustle and bustle.

 Since the 1890s, it has also been a popular location for yachting.

What Can We Expect?

Take in the scenery of sand, water, and sunshine. Walk down the beach, go for a dip, get a tan, read a book or picnic. You can also visit the few rock ponds and take in the views from the lovely cliff edge.

Tips

• If you wish to swim, bring an extra set of beach clothing with you.

Docklands

Docklands is a dynamic Melbourne urban neighborhood brimming with entertainment alternatives such as dining venues, theatres, shops, restaurants, health clubs, heritage tours, and much more.

What Can We Expect?

Tourists can enjoy waterside dining, ride the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel, attend concerts, and watch a game at the Etihad Stadium.

Tips

• Take a Yarra River cruise. For a different experience, try the Melbourne Tramboat or the Melbourne Showboat.
• One can even stroll across one of the modern bridges, especially the Webb Bridge and the Jim Stynes Bridge.
• Discover industrial outlets, open-air marketplaces along the waterfront, and special Sunday markets.
• At the Central Pier, you may enjoy a stunning sunset.
• Dine at the upscale Italian restaurant Watermark Docklands, visit delicate cafés, or dance the night away at Alumbra.

 

Great Ocean Road

The Great Ocean Road Drive is one of the world’s most picturesque road journeys. It’s a 400-kilometer drive that begins in Melbourne’s city center and includes other attractions along the way.

What Can We Expect?

Stop along the way to take in the landscape, sample local produce ranging from wine to cheese to seafood, or meet the wildlife at several reserves.

Tips

• If your visit is more than a couple of days, you could stay in beachfront communities.
• See the 12 Apostles and the huge seas at Bells Beach.
• Visit the Hill Wildlife Reserve in Warrnambool or go dolphin swimming at Queenscliff.
• Pick your raspberries at the Pennyroyal Raspberry Farm or try gourmet cheese at Delis in Allansford, Cooriemungle, and Timboon.
• You could also visit the Basalt Vineyard or enjoy the Otway Fly Zipline Tour, which takes you 30 meters over the woodlands in Great Otway National Park.

 

Mornington Peninsula

Victoria’s natural mineral springs are one of the most sought-after activities for the senses. Take a tour of the mineral-rich springs on the Mornington Peninsula.

What Can We Expect?

At Peninsula Hot Springs, enjoy private baths and hot springs, as well as a Turkish hammam, a reflexology walk, a cave pool, and a hilltop pool.

Tips

• Other activities include body clay, yoga, aerial yoga, reformer Pilates, and fire and ice treatment.
• Traditional sauna experiences, cold plunge pools, bamboo showers with massages, Moroccan hammams, hanging tree pods, infrared sauna chambers, and thermal mineral pools are all available at the Dreaming Centre.
• Investigate the Bath House, which includes a wellness center, café, open-air stage, ice caverns, and saunas.
• Tourists can also visit Hepburn Springs Mineral Springs Reserve and fill their water bottles at the old-fashioned pumps. Hepburn Springs is one hour and thirty minutes from Melbourne.
• It takes 1 hour and 10 minutes to get there from Melbourne.