Australia

Melbourne

Laneways, trams and coffee: Melbourne rewards the curious.

Local time: UTC+10
Population: 5.1M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Expensive

Food$$$$$About $62 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $122 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $15.5 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇦🇺 AUD =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

MELMelbourne International AirportMain gateway, about 19-22 km north-west of the CBD.

How	Cost	Time
Public bus 901 + trainBroadmeadows station, then CBD	A$5.70-11.40	50-70 min
Cheapest; needs a myki card.
SkyBusSouthern Cross Station, CBD	A$24 one way, A$40 return	25-35 min
Book online for the lower fare.
Uber / ride appCBD	A$50-70	25-40 min
Pickup ranks outside Terminals 2 and 4.
TaxiCBD	A$75-100	25-40 min
Metered; expect surcharges at night.

AVVAvalon AirportDomestic Jetstar base about 50-55 km south-west, near Geelong.

How	Cost	Time
Bus 18 + trainLara station, then Southern Cross	A$5.70-11.40	60-90 min
Cheapest; bus runs to Lara, 8 km away.
SkyBus Avalon City ExpressSouthern Cross Station, CBD	A$22 adult, A$10 child	45-60 min
Meets every flight via Werribee.
Uber / ride appCBD	A$80-110	45-60 min
Check app pickup point at the terminal.
TaxiCBD	A$100+	45-60 min
Long trip; fares climb in traffic.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Melbourne

Getting around

Trams in the CBD and trains for longer hops; walk the grid for short trips.

MetroTrains run every 10–20 minutes and reach the suburbs. A Night Network runs after midnight on Fri–Sat.
Tram ★Trams are free inside the CBD Free Tram Zone. Touch on with myki only if you travel beyond it.
BusBuses fill the gaps where trains and trams don't go. Pay with myki.
Taxi / ride appsTaxis are metered; Uber, DiDi and Ola operate and often cost less. Handy for late nights.
Rental carEasy on freeways but CBD parking is costly. Skip the car in town; rent only for day trips.
Walking ★The CBD grid is walkable. Shared bikes and scooters cover short hops.

Recommended stay★ 2 nights (3 days)

Two nights let you cover Royal Arcade laneways, Queen Victoria Market, NGV, and Melbourne Museum across two days, leaving beaches and wine tours optional.

Best for

CultureLaneways, markets and the old city grid.
FoodCoffee, laneway bars and market grazing.

Weather by month

26°15°Jan🌧 8d

26°14°Feb🌧 6d

24°14°Mar🌧 7d

20°11°Apr🌧 9d

16°9°May🌧 11d

14°7°Jun🌧 10d

13°6°Jul🌧 13d

14°7°Aug🌧 12d

17°8°Sep🌧 12d

20°9°Oct🌧 12d

22°11°Nov🌧 11d

25°13°Dec🌧 9d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Temperate and changeable: warm dry summers, cool wet winters, and rain possible in any month.

Best time: December to MarchWarm days around 24–26°C and fewer rain days. Ideal for the beach, gardens and outdoor dining.
Winter is cool and damp (June to August)Highs only 13–14°C with 10–13 rain days a month. Bring a warm coat and plan indoor sights.
Rain in every monthExpect 6–13 rain days whatever the season. Carry a small umbrella and a light layer.
Weather changes fastA warm morning can turn cool and showery by afternoon. Dress in layers you can add or shed.
Beach days are summer-onlySt Kilda and the bay are best December to March. Water stays cool even then.
What to packLayers, a waterproof jacket and comfortable shoes for walking. Add a hat and sunscreen for summer.

Landmarks 23

Must-see · 10

1
Royal Exhibition Building
A UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the world's oldest surviving exhibition halls, it is the grand centrepiece of Carlton Gardens. Visit on a weekday morning for quieter gardens, and check ahead whether interior tours are running since access is often limited to guided visits.
2
Flinders Street Station
The city's most photographed facade, a yellow Edwardian landmark sitting right on the Yarra at the main rail hub. It is free to admire from the corner of Swanston and Flinders Streets; come at dusk when the clocks and dome light up.
3
Shrine of Remembrance
Victoria's solemn war memorial, with a crypt, gallery and a rooftop balcony giving sweeping views over the city. Entry is free; it is a short walk from the Royal Botanic Gardens and best visited in the cooler morning hours.
4
Federation Square
The city's central urban hub, home to major museums and galleries and a natural meeting point by the river. Drop by for the architecture and events, then walk across to the Yarra for the riverside promenade.
5
National Gallery of Victoria
Australia's oldest and most visited public gallery, with a strong international and Australian collection and a famous stained-glass ceiling. General entry is free; allow a few hours and check opening days before you go.
6
Queen Victoria Market
A sprawling historic market for produce, deli goods and souvenirs, and a Melbourne institution. Go early in the morning for the freshest food and fewer crowds; it is a short tram ride from the central grid.
7
Melbourne Cricket Ground
One of the world's great sports stadiums and the spiritual home of Australian cricket and football. Book a stadium tour or catch a match; the surrounding parkland is an easy walk from the city.
8
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
Lush, free gardens along the river with lakes, lawns and themed plant collections. Enter from the Shrine side and bring water and sun protection; it is ideal for a relaxed half-day.
9
Eureka Tower
A soaring skyscraper whose Skydeck offers the best high views over the city and bay. Go near sunset for day-to-night views, and book tickets online to skip queues.
10
St Kilda Beach
The city's classic seaside escape, with a pier, promenade and nearby penguin viewing at dusk. Take a tram from the centre and allow time to wander the foreshore.

Cultural

Skyscraper 2

Urban Hub 1

Modern Architecture 1

University 2

Museum 2

Market 1

Garden 1

Modern History 2

Natural

Beach 2

Activities

Theater 1

Brewery 1

Amusement Park 3

Football Stadium 1

Aquarium 1

Library 1

Cruise Tour 1

Day trips from Melbourne

Ballarat · 1 h 25 by train

★★★★☆ · Full day · 115 km from Melbourne

Best way: Direct V/Line trains reach Ballarat in about 75 minutes, faster than driving, with a short hop to Sovereign Hill.

Direct V/Line trains run from Southern Cross to Ballarat station in about 75 minutes, then a local bus or short taxi to Sovereign Hill.

Train ★1 h 25 · from $4
Bus1 h 30 · from $1-$50
Car1 h 34 · taxi ≈ 290 AUD

What to see

Sovereign Hill
Ballarat Botanical Gardens
Lake Wendouree
Art Gallery of Ballarat

2 landmark quests to check off here

Good to know

Book Sovereign Hill tickets ahead in peak periods
Sovereign Hill is open daily but check winter hours
Allow a full day to see the goldfields and town

Bendigo · 1 h 55 by train

★★★☆☆ · Full day · 151 km from Melbourne

Best way: Direct trains take about two hours and the station is a short walk from the centre.

Direct V/Line trains from Southern Cross reach Bendigo in about two hours; the station is a short walk from the centre.

Train ★1 h 55 · from $4
Bus1 h 51 · from $1-$15
Car1 h 57 · taxi ≈ 380 AUD

What to see

Bendigo Art Gallery
Central Deborah Gold Mine
Rosalind Park
Sacred Heart Cathedral

Good to know

Check V/Line timetables as services are not super frequent
The art gallery and Central Deborah mine are key sights
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons

Mornington · 1 h 03 by road

★★★☆☆ · Full day · 68 km from Melbourne

Best way: Transit requires a train plus local bus with awkward connections, so driving is clearly simpler for a coastal day trip.

Take a Frankston-line train to Frankston, then a local bus (Route 781/788) along the coast to Mornington.

Train31 h 34 · from $411-$1,093
Bus26 h 43 · from $544-$1,355
Car ★1 h 03 · taxi ≈ 180 AUD

What to see

Mornington Peninsula beaches
Main Street Mornington
Mornington Peninsula Hot Springs
Mount Martha lookout

Good to know

Weekends are busy along the coast in summer
Combine with nearby beaches and wineries
Allow extra time for traffic on the return

Times and prices are typical one-way estimates (train and bus: Omio / Rome2Rio route data; taxi: local tariff × road distance, tolls extra). Exact prices are on the booking page.

Plans

Melbourne rewards visitors who wander its laneways, markets and waterfront. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Culture

One packed day on the city grid: laneways, galleries and the old exhibition hall.

Stay: CBD. Walk to the laneways, Queen Victoria Market and the free tram zone. Best base for a first visit.

Tickets & tours: ≈ AUD 0
Taxis: ≈ AUD 72

Day 1

Laneways, library and galleries

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 72

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 863 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
1

09:00–09:30 · Free

Hosier Lane street art walk

Go early for photos without crowds. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 202 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

09:40–10:25 · Free to enter · events and venues priced separately

Federation Square Landmark quest

Five minutes on foot. Check the visitor centre for free events.

Open Square always open · visitor centre daily about 09:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 242 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

10:35–10:55 · Free to look · train fares separate

Flinders Street Station Landmark quest

Across the road. The facade is best at dusk, but the clock tower is worth a look now.

Open Station open daily, roughly 05:00–24:00 · Source
Taxi · 1344 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

11:15–12:00 · Free

State Library Victoria Landmark quest

Ten minutes on foot up Swanston Street. The reading room fills after lunch.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–18:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ AUD 10
5

12:30–14:30 · Free general entry · major ticketed shows cost extra

National Gallery of Victoria Landmark quest

Lunch nearby first, then the gallery. Quieter on weekday mornings.

Open Daily 10:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ AUD 12
6

15:00–16:00 · Exterior free · interior tours around AUD 10–15, check on the day

Royal Exhibition Building Landmark quest

About 15 minutes on foot through Carlton Gardens. Interior only on guided tours, check on the day.

Open Garden open daily · interior only on guided tours, check on the day · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ AUD 10

Day trip · Food

Market grazing, a laneway walk and dinner on Lygon Street.

Stay: CBD. Walk to the laneways, Queen Victoria Market and the free tram zone. Best base for a first visit.

Tickets & tours: ≈ AUD 0
Taxis: ≈ AUD 73

Day 1

Markets, lanes and Lygon Street

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 73

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1214 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
1

08:30–10:30 · Free to enter · food priced per stall

Queen Victoria Market

Closed Monday and Wednesday. Go early for the deli hall.

Open Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat roughly 06:00–15:00 · Sun 09:00–16:00 · closed Mon and Wed · Source
Taxi · 1214 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

10:45–11:00 · Smoothies roughly AUD 8–12

Boost Juice Landmark quest

Quick stop in the CBD malls. Hours vary by store.

Open Most stores daily, about 09:00–18:00, mall hours vary · Source
Taxi · 863 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

11:15–11:45 · Free

Hosier Lane street art walk

Ten minutes on foot. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 202 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

12:00–12:45 · Free to enter · events and venues priced separately

Federation Square Landmark quest

Lunch options around the square and the river.

Open Square always open · visitor centre daily about 09:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ AUD 13
5

14:00–16:00 · Free to walk · cafes and shops priced separately

Fitzroy neighbourhood walk

Short tram ride north. Shops roughly 10:00–18:00.

Open Shops daily, roughly 10:00–18:00
Taxi · 1460 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
6

18:30–20:00 · Meals roughly AUD 20–40

Lygon Street walk

Dinner. Most restaurants serve lunch and dinner daily.

Open Restaurants daily, mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ AUD 10

Day trip · Nature

Gardens, the river and a sunset at the bay.

Stay: CBD. Walk to the laneways, Queen Victoria Market and the free tram zone. Best base for a first visit.

Tickets & tours: ≈ AUD 0
Taxis: ≈ AUD 91

Day 1

Gardens, river and St Kilda

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 91

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ AUD 10
1

09:30–10:30 · Exterior free · interior tours around AUD 10–15, check on the day

Royal Exhibition Building Landmark quest

Walk the Carlton Gardens. Interior only on guided tours, check on the day.

Open Garden open daily · interior only on guided tours, check on the day · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ AUD 11
2

11:30–12:30 · Short cruises around AUD 30–45, check on the day

Yarra River Cruise Landmark quest

Departures roughly 10:00–16:00, weather dependent. Book ahead.

Open Departures daily, roughly 10:00–16:00, weather dependent · Source
Taxi · 156 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

13:00–14:00 · Free

Southbank Promenade

Lunch by the river.

Open Always open
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 27 min · ≈ AUD 24
4

15:00–16:30 · Free

St Kilda Beach Landmark quest

Tram from the city. Patrolled in summer, check signs.

Open Always open · patrolled in summer, check signs · Source
Taxi · 286 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
5

17:00–18:00 · Free

St Kilda Pier and foreshore walk

Foreshore walk to dusk. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 8 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ AUD 26

1 night · Culture

The classic first visit: laneways and galleries on day one, the big civic sights the next morning.

Stay: CBD. Walk to the laneways, Queen Victoria Market and the free tram zone. Best base for a first visit.

Tickets & tours: ≈ AUD 0
Taxis: ≈ AUD 107
Hotel: AUD 140–380

Day 1

Arrive, laneways and the river

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 987 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
1

13:00–13:45 · Free to enter · events and venues priced separately

Federation Square Landmark quest

Good first stop. Visitor centre can help with maps and events.

Open Square always open · visitor centre daily about 09:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 202 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

14:00–14:30 · Free

Hosier Lane street art walk

Two minutes on foot from Fed Square. Morning is quieter, but afternoons are fine.

Open Always open
Taxi · 934 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

15:00–17:00 · Free general entry · major ticketed shows cost extra

National Gallery of Victoria Landmark quest

Free general entry. Closed days are rare; check on the day.

Open Daily 10:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 686 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

17:45–18:45 · Free

Southbank Promenade

Walk over the river. Dinner along the promenade.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 970 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10

Day 2

Old city and gardens, then go

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 57

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 882 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
1

09:00–09:20 · Free to look · train fares separate

Flinders Street Station Landmark quest

Photo stop at the facade. Station is busy at peak hour.

Open Station open daily, roughly 05:00–24:00 · Source
Taxi · 1344 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

09:45–10:30 · Free

State Library Victoria Landmark quest

Reading room is calm early. Roughly 10:00 opening, so wait if needed.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–18:00 · Source
Taxi · 1127 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

11:00–12:00 · Exterior free · interior tours around AUD 10–15, check on the day

Royal Exhibition Building Landmark quest

Garden is always open. Interior only on guided tours, check on the day.

Open Garden open daily · interior only on guided tours, check on the day · Source
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ AUD 15
4

12:30–13:30 · Free · guided tours free, donations welcome

Shrine of Remembrance Landmark quest

Short tram or a 20-minute walk. Last entry about 16:30.

Open Daily 10:00–17:00, last entry about 16:30 · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ AUD 12

1 night · Food

Market grazing and laneway coffee, with an easy Fitzroy dinner.

Stay: CBD. Walk to the laneways, Queen Victoria Market and the free tram zone. Best base for a first visit.

Tickets & tours: ≈ AUD 0
Taxis: ≈ AUD 102
Hotel: AUD 140–380

Day 1

Arrive, market and laneways

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 52

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1214 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
1

12:00–14:00 · Free to enter · food priced per stall

Queen Victoria Market

Closed Monday and Wednesday. Graze the deli hall for lunch.

Open Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat roughly 06:00–15:00 · Sun 09:00–16:00 · closed Mon and Wed · Source
Taxi · 1214 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

14:15–14:30 · Smoothies roughly AUD 8–12

Boost Juice Landmark quest

Quick stop in a city mall. Hours vary by store.

Open Most stores daily, about 09:00–18:00, mall hours vary · Source
Taxi · 863 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

15:00–15:30 · Free

Hosier Lane street art walk

Street art and coffee nearby.

Open Always open
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ AUD 11
4

18:30–20:00 · Meals roughly AUD 20–40

Lygon Street walk

Tram to Carlton. Book dinner if it is a weekend.

Open Restaurants daily, mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ AUD 10

Day 2

Fitzroy walk, then go

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ AUD 13
1

10:00–12:00 · Free to walk · cafes and shops priced separately

Fitzroy neighbourhood walk

Shops open around 10:00. Best on a weekend afternoon, but mornings are calmer.

Open Shops daily, roughly 10:00–18:00
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ AUD 12
2

13:00–14:30 · Brewery tours around AUD 30–40, check on the day

Carlton & United Breweries Landmark quest

Brewery tour. Days and times vary, book ahead.

Open Tour days and times vary, book ahead · Source
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ AUD 16
3

16:00–17:00 · Free

Southbank Promenade

Optional last drink by the river before you leave.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 970 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10

1 night · Nature

Bay air and beach sunsets, with a river cruise to see the city from the water.

Stay: CBD. Walk to the laneways, Queen Victoria Market and the free tram zone. Best base for a first visit.

Tickets & tours: ≈ AUD 0
Taxis: ≈ AUD 113
Hotel: AUD 140–380

Day 1

Arrive, river and Southbank

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 40

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1080 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
1

13:00–14:00 · Short cruises around AUD 30–45, check on the day

Yarra River Cruise Landmark quest

Departures roughly 10:00–16:00. Weather dependent, so check on the day.

Open Departures daily, roughly 10:00–16:00, weather dependent · Source
Taxi · 156 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

14:30–15:30 · Free

Southbank Promenade

Walk the promenade. Lunch or coffee here.

Open Always open
Taxi · 312 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

18:00–19:00 · Observation deck around AUD 25–35, check on the day

Eureka Tower Landmark quest

Go up for sunset. Last entry about 21:30.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–22:00, last entry about 21:30 · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 1274 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10

Day 2

St Kilda, then go

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 73

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 8 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ AUD 26
1

10:00–11:30 · Free

St Kilda Beach Landmark quest

Tram from the city takes about 25 minutes. Patrolled in summer, check signs.

Open Always open · patrolled in summer, check signs · Source
Taxi · 286 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

11:45–12:45 · Free

St Kilda Pier and foreshore walk

Foreshore walk. Dusk is best, but mornings are quiet.

Open Always open
Taxi · 616 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

13:00–14:30 · Free entry · ride passes around AUD 40–60, check on the day

Luna Park (Melbourne) Landmark quest

Weekends and school holidays mainly. Check on the day.

Open Weekends and school holidays mainly, roughly 11:00–18:00, check on the day · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 9 km · ≈ 31 min · ≈ AUD 26

2 nights · Culture ★ Recommended length

First-timers who want the classic Melbourne: laneways, galleries and the old city grid, with a bay-side evening.

Stay: CBD. Walk to the laneways, Queen Victoria Market and the free tram zone. Best base for a first visit.

Tickets & tours: ≈ AUD 0
Taxis: ≈ AUD 166
Hotel: AUD 280–760

Day 1

Arrive, laneways and the river

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 60

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 882 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
1

13:00–13:20 · Free to look · train fares separate

Flinders Street Station Landmark quest

Start under the clocks. The station is the city's front door.

Open Station open daily, roughly 05:00–24:00 · Source
Taxi · 242 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

13:30–14:15 · Free to enter · events and venues priced separately

Federation Square Landmark quest

Two minutes across the road. Check the free events board.

Open Square always open · visitor centre daily about 09:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 202 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

14:30–15:00 · Free

Hosier Lane street art walk

Five minutes on foot. Street art changes constantly.

Open Always open
Taxi · 1157 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

15:15–16:00 · Free

State Library Victoria Landmark quest

Ten minutes' walk. The reading room is the highlight.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–18:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ AUD 10
5

18:00–19:00 · Free

Southbank Promenade

Cross the river for dinner with a skyline view.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 970 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10

Day 2

Gallery morning, gardens afternoon

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 52

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ AUD 10
1

10:00–12:00 · Free general entry · major ticketed shows cost extra

National Gallery of Victoria Landmark quest

Opens at 10:00. Quieter on weekday mornings.

Open Daily 10:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ AUD 12
2

12:30–13:30 · Exterior free · interior tours around AUD 10–15, check on the day

Royal Exhibition Building Landmark quest

Short walk through Carlton Gardens. Interior only on guided tours, check on the day.

Open Garden open daily · interior only on guided tours, check on the day · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

14:00–14:45 · Free to walk the campus

University of Melbourne Landmark quest

Ten minutes on foot. Wander the old quadrangle.

Open Grounds generally open daily · Source
Taxi · 909 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

16:00–17:30 · Meals roughly AUD 20–40

Lygon Street walk

Early dinner on the Italian strip.

Open Restaurants daily, mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ AUD 10

Day 3

Shrine, market and fly out

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 54

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ AUD 12
1

10:00–11:00 · Free · guided tours free, donations welcome

Shrine of Remembrance Landmark quest

Opens 10:00, last entry about 16:30. City views from the balcony.

Open Daily 10:00–17:00, last entry about 16:30 · Source
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ AUD 15
2

12:00–14:00 · Free to enter · food priced per stall

Queen Victoria Market

Closed Mon and Wed. Grab lunch from the food stalls.

Open Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat roughly 06:00–15:00 · Sun 09:00–16:00 · closed Mon and Wed · Source
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ AUD 14
3

15:00–16:30 · Tour around AUD 30–40, check on the day · match tickets vary

Melbourne Cricket Ground Landmark quest

Tour times vary with events, book ahead.

Open Tours most days, times vary with events · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ AUD 12

2 nights · Food ★ Recommended length

Eaters and coffee people: market grazing, laneway bars and a Fitzroy food crawl.

Stay: CBD. Walk to the laneways, Queen Victoria Market and the free tram zone. Best base for a first visit.

Tickets & tours: ≈ AUD 0
Taxis: ≈ AUD 129
Hotel: AUD 280–760

Day 1

Arrive, market and river

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 40

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

13:00–13:15 · Smoothies roughly AUD 8–12

Boost Juice Landmark quest

Quick juice while you get your bearings in the CBD.

Open Most stores daily, about 09:00–18:00, mall hours vary · Source
Taxi · 1214 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

13:30–15:30 · Free to enter · food priced per stall

Queen Victoria Market

Closed Mon and Wed. Graze the deli hall and food stalls.

Open Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat roughly 06:00–15:00 · Sun 09:00–16:00 · closed Mon and Wed · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

16:00–16:30 · Free

Hosier Lane street art walk

Short walk. Good photos before the crowds.

Open Always open
Taxi · 716 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

18:00–19:30 · Free

Southbank Promenade

Dinner by the river. Book ahead on weekends.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 970 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10

Day 2

Fitzroy crawl

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 49

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ AUD 13
1

11:00–13:00 · Free to walk · cafes and shops priced separately

Fitzroy neighbourhood walk

Shops roughly 10:00–18:00. Coffee stop built in.

Open Shops daily, roughly 10:00–18:00
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ AUD 12
2

14:00–15:30 · Brewery tours around AUD 30–40, check on the day

Carlton & United Breweries Landmark quest

Brewery tour, book ahead. Times vary.

Open Tour days and times vary, book ahead · Source
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ AUD 14
3

18:00–19:30 · Meals roughly AUD 20–40

Lygon Street walk

Dinner on the Italian strip. Walkable from Fitzroy.

Open Restaurants daily, mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ AUD 10

Day 3

Coffee, gallery, fly out

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 40

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 645 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
1

10:00–10:45 · Free

State Library Victoria Landmark quest

Morning coffee nearby, then the reading room.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–18:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

11:15–13:15 · Free general entry · major ticketed shows cost extra

National Gallery of Victoria Landmark quest

Ten minutes' walk. Cafe inside for a snack.

Open Daily 10:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 732 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

14:00–14:45 · Free to enter · events and venues priced separately

Federation Square Landmark quest

Last stop before the airport. Check for free events.

Open Square always open · visitor centre daily about 09:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 987 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10

2 nights · Nature ★ Recommended length

Bay air and open space: gardens, a river cruise and a St Kilda sunset.

Stay: CBD. Walk to the laneways, Queen Victoria Market and the free tram zone. Best base for a first visit.

Tickets & tours: ≈ AUD 0
Taxis: ≈ AUD 172
Hotel: AUD 280–760

Day 1

Arrive, river and gardens

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 43

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1080 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
1

13:00–14:00 · Short cruises around AUD 30–45, check on the day

Yarra River Cruise Landmark quest

Departures roughly 10:00–16:00, weather dependent.

Open Departures daily, roughly 10:00–16:00, weather dependent · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ AUD 11
2

15:00–16:00 · Exterior free · interior tours around AUD 10–15, check on the day

Royal Exhibition Building Landmark quest

Carlton Gardens are open daily. Best in spring.

Open Garden open daily · interior only on guided tours, check on the day · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ AUD 11
3

18:00–19:00 · Free

Southbank Promenade

Evening walk and dinner by the water.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 970 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10

Day 2

St Kilda day

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 88

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 8 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ AUD 26
1

11:00–12:30 · Free

St Kilda Beach Landmark quest

Patrolled in summer, check signs. Tram from the CBD.

Open Always open · patrolled in summer, check signs · Source
Taxi · 345 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

13:30–15:00 · Free entry · ride passes around AUD 40–60, check on the day

Luna Park (Melbourne) Landmark quest

Weekends and school holidays mainly, check on the day.

Open Weekends and school holidays mainly, roughly 11:00–18:00, check on the day · Source
Taxi · 616 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

16:30–17:30 · Free

St Kilda Pier and foreshore walk

Dusk is the best time. Look for penguins near the pier, keep your distance.

Open Always open
Taxi · 11 km · ≈ 37 min · ≈ AUD 31
4

19:00–20:30 · Meals roughly AUD 20–40

Lygon Street walk

Dinner back in the city.

Open Restaurants daily, mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ AUD 10

Day 3

Shrine and fly out

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 42

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ AUD 12
1

10:00–11:00 · Free · guided tours free, donations welcome

Shrine of Remembrance Landmark quest

Opens 10:00. Gardens and city views.

Open Daily 10:00–17:00, last entry about 16:30 · Source
Taxi · 1334 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

12:00–13:30 · Free general entry · major ticketed shows cost extra

National Gallery of Victoria Landmark quest

Short walk. Indoor backup if it rains.

Open Daily 10:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 732 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

14:00–14:45 · Free to enter · events and venues priced separately

Federation Square Landmark quest

Last stop before the airport.

Open Square always open · visitor centre daily about 09:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 987 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10

3 nights · Culture

Our pick for first-timers: the old city grid, big museums and a Southbank evening, at an easy pace.

Tickets & tours: ≈ AUD 0
Taxis: ≈ AUD 112

Day 1

Arrive, laneways and the river

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 30

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

14:00–14:20 · Free to look · train fares separate

Flinders Street Station Landmark quest

Start under the clocks on the corner. Station open daily.

Open Station open daily, roughly 05:00–24:00 · Source
Taxi · 353 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

14:30–15:00 · Free

Hosier Lane street art walk

Two minutes on foot. Always open; mornings are quieter.

Open Always open
Taxi · 202 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

15:15–16:00 · Free to enter · events and venues priced separately

Federation Square Landmark quest

Visitor centre about 09:00–17:00. Check for free events.

Open Square always open · visitor centre daily about 09:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 598 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

18:00–19:00 · Free

Southbank Promenade

Cross the footbridge for dinner by the water.

Open Always open

Day 2

Museums and the market

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 32

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

10:00–12:00 · Free general entry · major ticketed shows cost extra

National Gallery of Victoria Landmark quest

Opens 10:00 daily. Quieter on weekday mornings.

Open Daily 10:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ AUD 12
2

12:30–13:30 · Exterior free · interior tours around AUD 10–15, check on the day

Royal Exhibition Building Landmark quest

Ten minutes on foot through Carlton Gardens. Interior only on guided tours, check on the day.

Open Garden open daily · interior only on guided tours, check on the day · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

14:30–16:30 · Free to enter · food priced per stall

Queen Victoria Market

Closed Mon and Wed. Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat roughly 06:00–15:00; Sun 09:00–16:00. Graze as you go.

Open Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat roughly 06:00–15:00 · Sun 09:00–16:00 · closed Mon and Wed · Source
Taxi · 1088 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

17:00–17:45 · Free

State Library Victoria Landmark quest

Roughly 10:00–18:00 daily. The reading room is the highlight.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–18:00 · Source

Day 3

Shrine, gallery and a show

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 30

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

10:00–11:00 · Free · guided tours free, donations welcome

Shrine of Remembrance Landmark quest

Opens 10:00, last entry about 16:30.

Open Daily 10:00–17:00, last entry about 16:30 · Source
Taxi · 1439 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

14:00–15:00 · Free to visit the spire area · shows priced per event

Arts Centre Melbourne Landmark quest

Walk back along the river. Box office and foyer daily; book a show for the evening.

Open Box office and foyer daily · show times vary · Source
Taxi · 517 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

18:30–19:30 · Observation deck around AUD 25–35, check on the day

Eureka Tower Landmark quest

Roughly 10:00–22:00, last entry about 21:30. Go for sunset.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–22:00, last entry about 21:30 · Source
Taxi · 312 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

19:45–20:45 · Free

Southbank Promenade

Dinner on the promenade.

Open Always open

Day 4

Fitzroy morning, then fly

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 20

1

10:00–12:00 · Free to walk · cafes and shops priced separately

Fitzroy neighbourhood walk

Shops roughly 10:00–18:00. Best on a weekend afternoon, but weekday mornings are calmer.

Open Shops daily, roughly 10:00–18:00
Taxi · 1460 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

12:30–14:00 · Meals roughly AUD 20–40

Lygon Street walk

Lunch on Lygon Street, mostly lunch and dinner service.

Open Restaurants daily, mostly lunch and dinner
Taxi · 909 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

14:15–15:00 · Free to walk the campus

University of Melbourne Landmark quest

Grounds generally open daily. A short walk or tram ride.

Open Grounds generally open daily · Source

3 nights · Food

Market grazing, laneway coffee and a Fitzroy dinner crawl, with the big sights slotted in between.

Tickets & tours: ≈ AUD 0
Taxis: ≈ AUD 102

Day 1

Arrive, market and the river

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 30

1

10:00–12:00 · Free to enter · food priced per stall

Queen Victoria Market

Closed Mon and Wed. Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat roughly 06:00–15:00; Sun 09:00–16:00. Go early for the deli hall.

Open Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat roughly 06:00–15:00 · Sun 09:00–16:00 · closed Mon and Wed · Source
Taxi · 1214 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

12:15–12:30 · Smoothies roughly AUD 8–12

Boost Juice Landmark quest

Most stores about 09:00–18:00; mall hours vary.

Open Most stores daily, about 09:00–18:00, mall hours vary · Source
Taxi · 645 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

13:00–13:45 · Free

State Library Victoria Landmark quest

Roughly 10:00–18:00 daily. A quiet sit-down after lunch.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–18:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

18:00–19:00 · Free

Southbank Promenade

Dinner by the water.

Open Always open

Day 2

Brewery tour and Lygon Street

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 22

1

13:00–14:30 · Brewery tours around AUD 30–40, check on the day

Carlton & United Breweries Landmark quest

Tour days and times vary, book ahead. Weekday afternoons are easiest.

Open Tour days and times vary, book ahead · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ AUD 12
2

15:00–17:00 · Free to walk · cafes and shops priced separately

Fitzroy neighbourhood walk

Shops roughly 10:00–18:00. Coffee and small bars along the way.

Open Shops daily, roughly 10:00–18:00
Taxi · 1460 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

18:30–20:00 · Meals roughly AUD 20–40

Lygon Street walk

Dinner. Most restaurants serve lunch and dinner only.

Open Restaurants daily, mostly lunch and dinner

Day 3

Laneways, gallery and a show

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 30

1

09:30–10:00 · Free

Hosier Lane street art walk

Always open. Morning is best for photos without crowds.

Open Always open
Taxi · 934 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

10:30–12:30 · Free general entry · major ticketed shows cost extra

National Gallery of Victoria Landmark quest

Opens 10:00 daily. The cafe is a good coffee stop.

Open Daily 10:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 732 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

13:00–13:45 · Free to enter · events and venues priced separately

Federation Square Landmark quest

Lunch nearby. Visitor centre about 09:00–17:00.

Open Square always open · visitor centre daily about 09:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 623 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

19:00–20:00 · Free to visit the spire area · shows priced per event

Arts Centre Melbourne Landmark quest

Book a show; box office and foyer open daily.

Open Box office and foyer daily · show times vary · Source

Day 4

St Kilda, then fly

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 20

1

10:00–11:30 · Free

St Kilda Beach Landmark quest

Always open. Patrolled in summer, check signs. Take the tram from the CBD.

Open Always open · patrolled in summer, check signs · Source
Taxi · 286 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

11:45–12:45 · Free

St Kilda Pier and foreshore walk

Foreshore walk. Dusk is best, but mornings are quiet.

Open Always open
Taxi · 616 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

13:00–14:30 · Free entry · ride passes around AUD 40–60, check on the day

Luna Park (Melbourne) Landmark quest

Weekends and school holidays mainly, roughly 11:00–18:00. Check on the day.

Open Weekends and school holidays mainly, roughly 11:00–18:00, check on the day · Source

3 nights · Nature

Gardens, the bay and the beach, with a river cruise and an aquarium for wet days.

Tickets & tours: ≈ AUD 0
Taxis: ≈ AUD 105

Day 1

Arrive, gardens and the river

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 35

1

11:00–12:00 · Exterior free · interior tours around AUD 10–15, check on the day

Royal Exhibition Building Landmark quest

Garden open daily; interior only on guided tours, check on the day. Spring is best.

Open Garden open daily · interior only on guided tours, check on the day · Source
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ AUD 15
2

13:00–14:00 · Free · guided tours free, donations welcome

Shrine of Remembrance Landmark quest

Daily 10:00–17:00, last entry about 16:30.

Open Daily 10:00–17:00, last entry about 16:30 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

15:00–16:00 · Short cruises around AUD 30–45, check on the day

Yarra River Cruise Landmark quest

Departures roughly 10:00–16:00, weather dependent. Book ahead.

Open Departures daily, roughly 10:00–16:00, weather dependent · Source
Taxi · 156 m · ≈ 5 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

18:00–19:00 · Free

Southbank Promenade

Dinner by the water.

Open Always open

Day 2

St Kilda day

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 30

1

10:30–12:00 · Free

St Kilda Beach Landmark quest

Always open. Patrolled in summer, check signs.

Open Always open · patrolled in summer, check signs · Source
Taxi · 286 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

12:15–13:15 · Free

St Kilda Pier and foreshore walk

Foreshore walk. Look for penguins near dusk, not midday.

Open Always open
Taxi · 616 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

14:00–15:30 · Free entry · ride passes around AUD 40–60, check on the day

Luna Park (Melbourne) Landmark quest

Weekends and school holidays mainly, roughly 11:00–18:00. Check on the day.

Open Weekends and school holidays mainly, roughly 11:00–18:00, check on the day · Source
Taxi · 345 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ AUD 10
4

18:30–19:30 · Free

St Kilda Beach Landmark quest

Stay for sunset, then dinner nearby.

Open Always open · patrolled in summer, check signs · Source

Day 3

Aquarium and Southbank

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 20

1

10:00–12:00 · Around AUD 40–50 adult, cheaper online, check on the day

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Landmark quest

Roughly 09:30–17:00, last entry about 16:00. Good on a rainy day.

Open Daily, roughly 09:30–17:00, last entry about 16:00 · Source
Taxi · 1408 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

13:00–13:45 · Free to enter · events and venues priced separately

Federation Square Landmark quest

Lunch stop. Square always open.

Open Square always open · visitor centre daily about 09:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 802 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

18:00–19:00 · Observation deck around AUD 25–35, check on the day

Eureka Tower Landmark quest

Roughly 10:00–22:00, last entry about 21:30. Go for sunset.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–22:00, last entry about 21:30 · Source

Day 4

Gardens and the market, then fly

Tickets ≈ AUD 0 pp · taxis ≈ AUD 20

1

09:30–10:15 · Free to walk the campus

University of Melbourne Landmark quest

Grounds generally open daily. Walk through to the gardens.

Open Grounds generally open daily · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ AUD 10
2

11:00–13:00 · Free to enter · food priced per stall

Queen Victoria Market

Closed Mon and Wed. Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat roughly 06:00–15:00; Sun 09:00–16:00. Grab lunch here.

Open Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat roughly 06:00–15:00 · Sun 09:00–16:00 · closed Mon and Wed · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ AUD 10
3

13:30–14:30 · Exterior free · interior tours around AUD 10–15, check on the day

Royal Exhibition Building Landmark quest

A last look at Carlton Gardens before you go.

Open Garden open daily · interior only on guided tours, check on the day · Source

Swap in instead

Swap a city day for the Great Ocean Road: a long day tour, or drive yourself and stay a night in Apollo Bay.
Take a train to the Yarra Valley or Mornington Peninsula for wineries; check timetables and book tastings.
Phillip Island for penguins at dusk: tours run from the city, or drive about 2 hours. Book ahead.

Getting around

Trains, trams and buses run on myki; a 2-hour fare is about $5.70 and a weekday daily cap about $11.40.
Trams are free inside the CBD Free Tram Zone; touch on only if you travel beyond it.
Buses fill the gaps; trains run every 10-20 min and a Night Network runs after midnight on Fri-Sat.
Taxis and Uber, DiDi and Ola all operate; taxis are metered and apps often cost less.
Driving is easy on freeways but parking in the CBD is costly; skip the car in town.
The CBD grid is walkable; shared bikes and scooters cover short hops.

Where to stay

CBD · ≈ AUD 140–380 a night
Walk to the laneways, Queen Victoria Market and the free tram zone. Best base for a first visit.
Southbank · ≈ AUD 160–420 a night
River views and a short walk over the bridge to the CBD. Good for evenings out.
St Kilda · ≈ AUD 120–320 a night
Beach, pier and cake shops. A tram ride from the centre; quieter at night.
Fitzroy · ≈ AUD 130–350 a night
Bars, galleries and cafés on Brunswick Street. Walkable and lively.

Food & drink

Start with coffee: Melbourne cafés take it seriously. A flat white is the local order, about $4–6.
Queen Victoria Market: graze the deli hall and hot-doughnut stall. Cheapest on a weekday morning.
Laneway bars and small restaurants fill the CBD blocks off Flinders Lane. Book dinner on weekends.
Try a pub counter meal (parma or pie) for a filling lunch, roughly $20–30.
Asian food is strong and cheap: dumplings and noodles in Chinatown and Richmond, about $12–20 a plate.

Tips

Trams traveling within the designated CBD Free Tram Zone are entirely free
The coffee is world-class — order a 'flat white' or 'magic' at a hidden laneway cafe
Always carry an umbrella or a jacket, as the weather can change drastically within hours
Explore the narrow, graffiti-covered laneways like Hosier Lane for street art and boutique dining
Myki card is mandatory for public transport outside the free tram zone; tap on and off

Sources for prices and hours

Taxi costs are estimates from straight-line distance and the metered fare. Map positions are approximate.

Tours & activities

Full day along the Great Ocean Road to the 12 Apostles
Wildlife spotting and coastal lookouts
6,463 reviews · 4.7 rating

Top ratedWildlife stops

Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.7 (6,463)

$103View tour

Penguin Parade at Phillip Island
Koalas and kangaroos along the way
2,505 reviews · 4.6 rating

WildlifeEvening tour

Penguin Parade, Koalas & Kangaroos

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.6 (2,505)

$112View tour

Yarra Valley wineries, gin and whisky tastings
Chocolate stop included
1,519 reviews · 4.9 rating

Wine and ginSmall group

Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.9 (1,519)

$113View tour

Historic Puffing Billy steam train ride
Healesville Sanctuary wildlife
1,381 reviews · 4.7 rating

Scenic railSanctuary visit

Puffing Billy & Healesville Sanctuary Scenic Tour

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.7 (1,381)

$162View tour

Souvenirs

Melbourne roasted coffee

AUD 17–25250g · estimate

A locally roasted coffee bag from one of Melbourne's well-known café roasters. Melbourne is famous for its coffee culture, so this is a fitting souvenir.

Where: Market Lane Coffee, Queen Victoria Market

Check the roast date on the bag and buy beans that were roasted recently.

Yarra Valley Pinot Noir

AUD 25–50750ml · estimate

A red wine made from Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Yarra Valley, a cool-climate wine region just outside Melbourne.

Where: City Wine Shop or Prince Wine Store

Check the region and vintage on the label before you buy.

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Royal Exhibition Building

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Shrine of Remembrance

Federation Square

National Gallery of Victoria

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Eureka Tower

St Kilda Beach

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Hosier Lane street art walk

Federation Square Landmark quest

Flinders Street Station Landmark quest

State Library Victoria Landmark quest

National Gallery of Victoria Landmark quest

Royal Exhibition Building Landmark quest

Queen Victoria Market

Boost Juice Landmark quest

Hosier Lane street art walk

Federation Square Landmark quest

Fitzroy neighbourhood walk

Lygon Street walk

Royal Exhibition Building Landmark quest

Yarra River Cruise Landmark quest

Southbank Promenade

St Kilda Beach Landmark quest

St Kilda Pier and foreshore walk

Federation Square Landmark quest

Hosier Lane street art walk

National Gallery of Victoria Landmark quest

Southbank Promenade

Flinders Street Station Landmark quest

State Library Victoria Landmark quest

Royal Exhibition Building Landmark quest

Shrine of Remembrance Landmark quest

Queen Victoria Market

Boost Juice Landmark quest

Hosier Lane street art walk

Lygon Street walk

Fitzroy neighbourhood walk

Carlton & United Breweries Landmark quest

Southbank Promenade