Melbourne Travel Guide, Hotels & Things to Do

Where to stay

Hotels in Melbourne

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IFSuites (IFSTAYS) Light House Apartment

450 Elizabeth St | Melbourne, 3000, AU

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The Sebel Melbourne Flinders Lane

321 Flinders Lane | Melbourne, 3000, AU

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Boutique Stays - River Boulevard

4/15 River Boulevard Richmond 3121 | Melbourne, 3121, AU

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Boutique Stays - Woodfin House

Melbourne, 3067, AU

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Lola Three Levels of Style with Rooftop Terrace

19 Otter Street Collingwood Vic 3066 Australia | Melbourne, 3066, AU

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BOUTIQUE STAYS - Just My Type

86 Type Street 1 Richmond | Melbourne, 3121, AU

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StayCentral - Northcote Townhouse with Study

1a Campbell Grove | Melbourne, 3070, AU

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Spacious 4 brm Gem right in the heart of the city

14/61 Mackenzie Street | Melbourne, 3000, AU

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At a glance

Climate

Temperate

Languages

English

Local currency

AUD (AUD)

Local time

09:58 (GMT+11)

Ideal trip length

4–7 days

Cost level

4 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Southbank

Tap water

Generally described as safe to drink

Tipping

Not customary, optional for excellent service

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 85 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Flat White Meat Pie Aussie Breakfast Lamington

When to visit Melbourne

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: January, December Busiest: Dec-Feb

Jan

90

Hot, sunny, peak summer
Feb

85

Warm, pleasant, late summer
Mar

80

Mild, comfortable autumn
Apr

75

Cool, crisp, colourful
May

65

Chilly, increasing rain
Jun

60

Coldest, rainy winter
Jul

60

Cold, wet, grey
Aug

65

Cold, improving weather
Sept

75

Mild, fresh spring
Oct

80

Pleasant, warmer days
Nov

85

Warm, sunny, pre-summer
Dec

90

Hot, festive, summer

90

Jan Hot, sunny, peak summer

85

Feb Warm, pleasant, late summer

80

Mar Mild, comfortable autumn

75

Apr Cool, crisp, colourful

65

May Chilly, increasing rain

60

Jun Coldest, rainy winter

60

Jul Cold, wet, grey

65

Aug Cold, improving weather

75

Sept Mild, fresh spring

80

Oct Pleasant, warmer days

85

Nov Warm, sunny, pre-summer

90

Dec Hot, festive, summer

Things to do in Melbourne

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

1 place

Queen Victoria Market

CBD 2.5 hrs

Wander through this historic market for fresh produce, street food, and unique souvenirs.

Indoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

3 places

National Gallery of Victoria (NGV)

Southbank 3 hrs

Explore diverse art collections from around the world at Australia's oldest public art gallery.

Indoors Good for children

Catch a game at the MCG

East Melbourne 3.5 hrs

Experience the electric atmosphere of Australian Rules Football or cricket at the legendary Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Outdoors Good for children

St Kilda Beach & Esplanade

St Kilda 4 hrs

Enjoy the seaside vibe, stroll along the pier, and visit Luna Park for classic amusement.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

1 place

Eureka Skydeck 88

Southbank 1.5 hrs

Soar to the 88th floor for breathtaking panoramic views of Melbourne and beyond.

Indoors Good for children

Any time of day

2 places

Flinders Street Station

CBD 0.5 hrs

Admire the iconic Victorian architecture of Melbourne's busiest railway station.

Outdoors Good for children

Explore Melbourne's Laneways

CBD 4 hrs

Discover hidden cafes, vibrant street art, and boutique shops in the city's famous laneways.

Outdoors Good for children

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Culture and history

3 Days in Melbourne — Culture & History

Uncover the layers of history, art, and vibrant culture in Australia's most European city.

This 3-day itinerary delves deep into Melbourne's rich past and dynamic present, perfect for history buffs and culture enthusiasts. Explore grand Victorian architecture, significant historical sites, world-class museums, and the city's unique laneway culture. Prepare for an immersive journey through the heart of Victoria's capital.

3 Days 15 Stops

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