Melbourne Vacation & Tourism Guide
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Melbourne is a popular international getaway, known for being a great location for backpacking and sightseeing travelers. There are various museums and convention centers around the city, as well as numerous international restaurants, Irish pubs, and trendy nightclubs. Located nearby to rainforests, small islands and beaches, Melbourne is an excellent choice for folks traveling to Australia.
Great Recommendations from Real Travelers
1. Travelodge Southbank
Real Traveler Rating: 4.5 out of 5 based on 21 reviews from 3 sources
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" Otherwise a nice place to crash if you are not looking for high end place in this part of Melbourne." — source Expedia
" Also have 2 guest landries and very good facilities." — source Expedia
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1. Melbourne Museum
Experience the museum's outstanding exhibits and collections on the ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Melbourne Museum
BJL in Streets of Gold said
… OK, lets start with a tiny bit of history or my visit to the Melbourne Museum will have been for nothing. Prior… continue reading »
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2. Melbourne Aquarium
Discover creatures of the Southern Ocean in the ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Melbourne Aquarium
K'la in Aquarium & Neighbours night!!!! said
… As my new friend Claire had the day off we decided to visit Melbournes Aquarium!There wasn't too much… continue reading »
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3. Old Melbourne Gaol
... of my favorite Melbourne attractions has been given an added dimension in the past year, making it even better. Maybe I'm mad to enjoy being locked up in a cell, but the Old Melbourne Gaol's new Crime & Justice Experience i... more
Real Travelers who've been to Old Melbourne Gaol
Cyclops&Gremlin in A wee stop in the cultural capital of Oz said
… was great), the museum to see an exhibit of the 'Great Wall of China', little Italy with all its fine dinning, and the Old Melbourne… continue reading »
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4. St. Kilda Beach
Long, well-maintained and clean beach just outside Melbourne, lined ... more
Real Travelers who've been to St. Kilda Beach
sausagehead in Cooee! said
… in St Kilda (beach town about 20 mins out of Melbourne on the tram). St Kilda was pretty cool and had the best cake shops… continue reading »
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5. Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
Enjoy a day walking through one of the best-landscaped ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
Wandering Spaulls in Hello Aussie!!! said
… of the staff at our hostel!!!).Our plans for the next day included a visit to the world-famous Melbourne Royal Botanical Gardens… continue reading »
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6. Lounge (The)
An institution of Melbourne's club scene, the Lounge is a relaxed, funky hang-out with something different on every night. Mondays it is a chill out lounge for Ambient Soho. Wednesday it becomes trance/hard techno mecca Filter.... more
Real Travelers who've been to Lounge (The)
Kurt R. in On the way home said
…I didn't crash the car - hooray. Another quick update - I'm in the Air New Zealand lounge at Tullamarine airport… continue reading »
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7. Melbourne Cricket Ground
... in 1853, this Melbourne institution is a shrine to sport. Known just as The G, it is used year round for sporting (mainly Aussie Rules football and international cricket) and other events. The MCG is built on the site of th... more
Real Travelers who've been to Melbourne Cricket Ground
Tonya in Sightseeing in Melbourne said
… Cricket Ground (MCG) where I had watched my first AFL game the last time I was in Melbourne! I was the only girl of about 20… continue reading »
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8. Melbourne Zoo
... the oldest zoo int he world 7/12/10--> Built in 1862, this is the oldest zoo in the country, and makes a great day out if you've got kids. There are some 3,000 animals here, including the ever-popular kangaroos, wallabies,... more
Real Travelers who've been to Melbourne Zoo
knevarez80 in Prison, Penguines and the AFL said
… back to their beach burrows. Very cute (I didn't just say that did I?).Melbourne Zoo We killed some time… continue reading »
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9. Crown Casino
More than 500,000 square meters of gaming and entertainment space features an ... more
Real Travelers who've been to Crown Casino
Sophie722 in Melbourne said
… in the distance. The casino there (crown Casino) was very impressive. We also attending the Melbourne cup where my horse… continue reading »
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10. Telstra Dome
... latest in sports and entertainment at this Stadium. Rugby Union, Rugby League, Soccer, Cricket, Basketball, Hockey, Wrestling, Boxing and Super Cross – this stadium offers it all. Formerly known as the Colonial Stadiu... more
Real Travelers who've been to Telstra Dome
Lana in Melbourne and Grand Prix time said
… Shuttle Service) and stopped in the Docklands area. Hadunch at Fish Bar at the waterfront in NewQuay. The Telstra Dome… continue reading »
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1. Prahran Hotel
... of South Yarra, this hotel is close to Royal Botanic Gardens. Additional attractions include Melbourne Cricket Ground. Features. Dining options at The Albany Hotel include a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Room service is avai... more
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2. Lygon Charcoal Grill and Steakhouse Restaurant
For more than 60 years, the original proprietor's son and grandson continue Jimmy Watson's legendary status. The stunning building, designed by Robin Boyd, features soaring ceilings, whitewashed walls and terracotta tiles. Trad... more
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3. Koko
This glamorous and much hyped establishment is said to be the most expensive Japanese restaurant in Melbourne. The atmosphere is elegant, calming and restful. There is a small pond with stepping stones and turtles, city views,... more
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4. Mecca Bah at Docklands
Perched on the edge of the Newquay boardwalk, Mecca Bah feels like it's floating on water. Huge picture windows curve around its outer wall providing views to the marina and city skyline. At night, there's candlelight at the ta... more
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5. Flower Drum
Flower Drum consistently lives up to exceedingly high expectations, stemming from its reputation as being (probably) the best restaurant in Melbourne. With no windows, this restaurant subtly suggests that what it offers needs n... more
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6. Hofbrauhaus Melbourne
... great value city accommodation, Ibis Melbourne is located in an ideal position just a few minutes walk from the famous Queen Victoria Markets, the legendary Lygon Street restaurant quarter and the central shopping district... more
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7. Ta Salona
Salona is highly regarded by food critics for the traditional and authentic Greek food that only Melbourne can offer, outside of Greece, of course. The friendly family atmosphere ensures both regulars and new customers are warm... more
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8. Vegie Bar (The)
The Vegie Bar began as a takeaway bar 16 years ago, but today you can sit there and have a quick bite or a hearty meal. As the name suggests, the Vegie provides healthy and nutritious fast food. The atmosphere is vibrant and th... more
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9. Red Emperor
An original Southgate tenant, Red Emperor is constantly updating and improving. Chef Raymond Cheung, formerly of the famous Flower Drum has lifted the food to new heights. From the marble lions at the entrance, to the fish tank... more
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10. Scusami
Even when not in Rome do exactly as the romans do, that's the mantra Chef Jonathan Alston seems to be following. Nothing else can explain the eatery's fetish for providing the finest Italian cuisine with great reverence to reta... more
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