MELBOURNE VICTORIA AUSTRALIA

TOURIST INFORMATION

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MELBOURNE Visitors will find that Melbourne is an exciting city to explore. Modern architecture and design is juxtaposed with heritage buildings reflecting Australia’s unique history. But beneath the city’s impressive façade, lies the true heart and soul of the city; laneways which snake the city grid to reveal cafés and bars, fashion houses, boutiques, innovative cuisine, galleries, theatres and museums.

EAT & DRINK

Restaurants, cafes, bars and clubs are always buzzing in Melbourne. An eclectic range of cuisine is on offer across town - hidden down laneways, high above street level or

overlooking the waterfront.

www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/inbetween

SHOP

From the cutting edge to classic, boutique to big time, Melbourne’s vibrant retail scene is alive with alluring labels, products and shopping experiences – some home grown,

some world-renowned.

www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/inbetween

GETTING AROUND THE CITY

Melbourne is a city that's a cinch to explore, with flexible and no-fuss ways to move around town. Bike tracks,

waterways, trains, trams and taxis transport you through the city and make you a part of its action. You can also cruise,

cycle or walk to attractions and events around the city.

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SEE & DO

Melbourne is a city with endless options. The city sweeps you up into laneways and libraries, attractions, art galleries,

parks, theatres and a vibrant waterfront atmosphere.

www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/inbetween

WHATS ON

See what's on in Melbourne – there's always plenty to do!

www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/inbetween

www.visitvictoria.com www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/inbetween

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TOP 20 THINGS TO DO 1 Discover Australia’s Aboriginal culture on a Koorie Heritage Walk

2 Capture culture at the National Gallery of Victoria, with art spanning the globe

3 Live the sporting passion at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and National Sports

Museum

4 See the city from ‘The Edge’ – 88 stories up in the Eureka Tower

5 Eat, drink and live like a local in Melbourne’s sophisticated secret laneways

6 Meet multicultural Melbourne at the Queen Victoria Market

7 Enjoy spectacular water views and stylish restaurants in Docklands

8 Stroll, skate or soak up the sun on the St Kilda beach promenade

9 Shop at Melbourne’s largest department stores, Myer and David Jones

10 Join in the festivities at one of Melbourne’s many free public events

11 Dine in the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant, while travelling city streets

12 Capture the city spirit at Federation Square, home to galleries, cafés and bars

13 Meet native and foreign animals or picnic over jazz at the Melbourne Zoo

14 Discover the Melbourne Story at the Melbourne Museum

15 Take time out at one of Melbourne’s seaside day spas

16 Experience café culture on Lygon Street – Melbourne’s ‘Little Italy’

17 See a show at a world-class theatre as Broadway comes to Melbourne

18 Drive a lap around Albert Park Lake, home to the Australian Formula 1TM Grand

Prix

19 Tee off at one of Melbourne’s 15 championship golf courses

20 Swim with sea horses around the piers of the Mornington Peninsula

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CITY GUIDES & MAPS

FOREIGN LANGUAGE CITY GUIDES TO DOWNLOAD

CHINESE SPANISH JAPANESE KOREAN

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/visitors/Documents/MelbourneGuide_Chin

ese.pdf

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/visitors/Documents/MelbourneGuide_Span

ish.pdf

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/visitors/Documents/MelbourneGuide_Japane

se.pdf

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/visitors/Documents/MelbourneGuide_Kore

an.pdf

FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/visitors/Documents/MelbourneGuide_French.pdf

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/visitors/Documents/MelbourneGuide_German.pdf

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/visitors/Documents/MelbourneGuide_Italian.pdf

CITY MAPS TO DOWNLOAD

City map (PDF 3Mb)

http://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/AboutMelbourne/CityMaps/Documents/Inner

_Melbourne_Map.pdf

Inner Melbourne map (1.5Mb) http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Doc

uments/Maps/citymap.pdf

City of Melbourne interactive map http://maps.melbourne.vic.gov.au/

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VICTORIA Hugging the tip of the Australian east coast, Victoria is Australia's second-smallest state, covering 227,600 square kilometres – roughly the size of the British Isles. Packed into such a compact area is a wealth of diverse regional areas and attractions, from sweeping coastline and pristine beaches to national parks and forests teeming with wildlife to wineries, lakes and mountains offering skiing, climbing and hiking. Best of all, many of Victoria's unique and varied landscapes are easily accessible as day trips from Melbourne.

www.visitvictoria.com

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VICTORIAN REGIONS

Muray Region

The world’s third longest navigable river, the Murray River, forms the border between New South Wales and Victoria before heading south through South Australia to the ocean. Unwind and enjoy the

region’s renowned food, wine, golf courses, and river delights. Explore 40,000 years of inhabitation with an Aboriginal Discovery

Tour.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/The-Murray.aspx

Yarra Valley

Less than one hour’s drive from Melbourne, the picturesque Yarra Valley is famous for its vineyards and rolling green hills and the pleasures of locally produced food and wine. The Dandenong

Ranges is a popular escape for its mountain scenery, forests and fern gullies. Drive, walk, wander or float through in a hot air

balloon.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Yarra-Valley-and-Dandenong-Ranges.aspx

Great Ocean Road

One of the world’s most scenic drives, the Great Ocean Road follows Victoria’s stunning south-western coastline past the

famous Twelve Apostles. From Torquay, south of Geelong, to Peterborough, east of Warrnambool, the 243-kilometre road winds along cliff tops and down to the shoreline, crosses river estuaries

and moves under the canopies of lush rainforests.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Great-Ocean-Road.aspx

Grampians

The Grampians region, with its ancient and expansive landscapes, has stunning national and state parks, indigenous

history and breathtaking scenery. The Grampians National Park features spectacular rocky outcrops, 200 bird species, Aboriginal

heritage trails and Victoria’s largest collection of rock art.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Grampians.aspx

Victoria’s High

Country

Head for the spectacular scenery and high altitude of Victoria’s high country. The region is renowned for its welcoming villages, long traditions of wine making, fine local produce and adventure

and outdoor activities in the breathtaking alpine scenery. Expect a warm welcome in the region’s villages from the families who run the local gourmet restaurants, boutique wineries and lodgings.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/High-Country.aspx

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Phillip Island

Phillip Island is a popular destination for its nature and wildlife, as well as its international motor racing events. Just 90 minutes from

Melbourne, Phillip Island offers visitors a range of easily accessible activities and facilities. Experience the famous Penguin Parade, Australia’s most popular wildlife event, where every day

at dusk a parade of little penguins emerge from the sea and make their way to their burrows in the sand dunes.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Phillip-Island.aspx

Daylesford and

Macedon Ranges

Daylesford and Macedon Ranges is the state’s capital of indulgence, offering spa retreats and natural springs, great cafés and fine dining. For more than 100 years, people have flocked to

Daylesford and the surrounding spa country for rest and reinvigoration. More than 80 per cent of Australia’s naturally

occurring mineral springs are found in the region, with over 70 mineral springs found there.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Daylesford-and-the-Macedon-Ranges.aspx

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AUSTRALIA Australia is famous for its many icons – the Great Ocean Road, Uluru, the Great Barrier Reef, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, sunshine, kangaroos and koalas. But in between these Aussie icons, breathtaking landscapes, native plants and animals, and laid-back locals set Australia apart from anywhere else in the world.

AUSTRALIAN STATES

NEW SOUTH WALES

Sydney is cosmopolitan, vibrant and multicultural. A leading global destination recognised the world over for its lifestyle and

innovation, and for its beautiful location on the edge of the world’s largest natural harbour. Spend the day exploring the city

– climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge or lunch in famous Bondi. Only a short drive from Sydney, explore the Blue Mountains,

Hunter Valley wine region or the myriad of beaches.

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/nsw.aspx

NORTHERN TERRITORY

The Territory is dramatic and historic, luxurious and relaxing, stark and pristine. With superb environments, World Heritage-

listed national parks, dramatic deserts, tropical shores or outback cattle stations, it offers a diversity of everything that is

the real Australia. Uluru (Ayres Rock) is a truly unique destination. Take in the majesty of the Red Centre as you watch the sunrise in a hot air balloon or catch a camel train through the Central Australian desert and enjoy the spectacular backdrop of

Uluru and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas).

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/nt.aspx

QUEENSLAND

Make the most of the outdoor lifestyle with its subtropical climate, dense rainforests and white, sandy beaches and clear

blue water. Visit the Whitsundays, with the three natural wonders of Heart Reef, Whitehaven Beach and the Great Barrier Reef.

Explore the city vibe of Brisbane, whale watch on the Gold Coast or sample local produce at one of the many outstanding

restaurants.

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/qld.aspx

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

From the pristine beaches of the Fleurieu Peninsula to the deep red gorges of the Flinders Rangers and the underground town

of Coober Pedy, South Australia is a state of ever changing landscapes. Visit the world-famous Barossa Valley wine region,

then head back to the elegant heritage city of Adelaide and explore the colonial architecture amongst picturesque parklands.

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/sa.aspx

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TASMANIA

Tasmania mixes the best Australia has to offer - from World Heritage wilderness and the cleanest air on earth, to a thriving

cultural scene and fantastic food and wine. A paradise for adventure seekers, with activities including bushwalking, angling,

boating and rock climbing.

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/tas.aspx

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Perth offers a warm, welcoming small-town approach mixed with the mindset of an international city. Outside Perth, Western

Australia offers a diverse range of natural attractions. Swim with whale sharks, explore caves and browse fine art and craft

galleries. Explore the Kimberley, set in the Western Australian outback. One of the world’s last great wilderness areas, with vast

horizons, ancient gorges, astounding rock formations and rock pools.

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/WA.aspx

AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL

TERRITORY

Enjoy the advantages and amenities of a big city ease of access and a beautiful bush surrounding. Canberra offers a range of cultural and outdoor activities. Take a bike ride around Lake

Burley Griffin or visit the beautiful Portrait Gallery and National Museum of Australia.

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/act.aspx

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