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Holidays To Melbourne

From secret bars down winding laneways, to endless rows of boutique shops, and a serious sporting passion; Melbourne holidays are hard to beat. 
Enjoy the best of this sophisticated hotspot while taking advantage of Melbourne holiday packages—after all, if you're visiting a city renowned for its shopping, restaurants, and entertainment, it can't hurt to save a little extra cash on your flights and hotel.

Things to Do in Melbourne
All Melbourne holidays must start with coffee—it's practically mandatory in a city packed with so many cafes. Downtown is known for its charming laneways filled with cosy coffee spots and trendy shops. Many hotels in Melbourne are in this area, letting you stay in the centre of the action. Architecture buffs will love nearby Flinders Street Station, which is an iconic landmark as well as a major train station. Get a taste of history and check out the museum in the majestic Old Treasury building on Spring Street. To really get around, though, look into reserving a Melbourne car hire so you can see the sights at your own pace. After you've explored downtown, consider hiring a car to check out Melbourne's suburbs, or grab a tram over to the beach at St Kilda, home to Luna Park, the famous fun fair.

Shopping, Dining & Nightlife
Melbourne shopping caters to all budgets, whether shoestring or sky-high. Downtown's shopping hub is Bourke Street, an open-air mall packed with boutiques, large department stores and high-end chains. Around the corner is Emporium, a luxury shopping centre. If you're keen to explore some of the smaller unique boutiques, travel east to Prahran, one of Melbourne's most affluent areas, which hosts the Chapel Street shopping precinct.

When you're getting hungry, you may start to feel sorry for Melbourne residents - how on earth do they decide where to eat every week? The choice can be overwhelming, with every cuisine imaginable at all price points. Start downtown, where you'll find both Michelin-starred restaurants and vibrant gastropubs. Head south to the Yarra River, the city's bustling waterfront packed with restaurants that are perfectly positioned for people-watching as you eat.

When you're ready to really get the night started, intimate, cosy bars serving artisan cocktails and craft beer can be found in East Brunswick, a suburb just north of the city. Larger dance clubs are located around downtown, but you'll also encounter quieter establishments tucked into the nearby laneways. Melbourne, like many Australian cities, is replete with pubs—you'll find a variety in nearly every suburb, many with leafy beer gardens to enjoy in the warmer weather.

What's Next?
Wotif can help you get started planning your Melbourne holiday. At Wotif, we want to make the travel booking experience as easy as possible, so be sure to check out our Melbourne packages that include a flight and hotel in one–or go all the way and think about booking Melbourne holidays. It's time to start thinking about just which award-winning restaurant or trendy boutique you're going to hit up first.

Guide to Exploring Melbourne

State Library of Victoria

Delve into Melbourne’s fascinating heritage when you explore this cultural landmark and architectural treasure, containing over 150 years of state history.

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Royal Arcade

Envision 19th-century Melbourne at this magnificently restored shopping arcade in the heart of the CBD. Visit boutiques, confectioners and chocolatiers.

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Block Arcade

Browse fashion goods, sample creamy chocolate and relax with a tea in this elegant arcade, which remains one of Melbourne's finest historic and architectural landmarks.

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St Kilda Beach

From rollercoasters to rock bands, fine dining to fish and chips, St Kilda is the archetypal seaside resort.

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Federation Square

The beating heart of Melbourne is a great place to eat, drink, sightsee or just watch the world go by.

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Eureka Tower

Catch your breath with unrivalled views from the highest observation tower in the Southern Hemisphere.

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Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI)

See it, make it or even star in it – there’s something for every film fan at Melbourne’s world-famous museum of the moving image.

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Brighton Beach

Take time out from the pulse of the city to relax in the calm waters of one of Melbourne’s most picturesque beaches.

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Queen Victoria Market

Soak up the atmosphere and bag yourself a bargain at this popular Melbourne institution.

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Bourke Street Mall

Historic buildings house the latest fashions here in Melbourne’s premier shopping street.

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Old Melbourne Gaol

Visit the place where infamous outlaw Ned Kelly was executed and learn about the brutal system of law and order a century ago.

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National Gallery of Victoria

From indigenous art to priceless artworks, Australia’s oldest art gallery is a cultural treasure house.

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Forum Theatre

For lovers of stylish entertainment, this historic Melbourne theatre is just the ticket!

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Luna Park

Enjoy old-fashioned thrills and state-of-the-art spills at this famous Melbourne landmark.

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Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA)

This pioneering gallery commissions inspiring and thought-provoking artworks from all four corners of the world.

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Melbourne Aquarium

Find out more about what goes on beneath the waves in one of Australia’s most impressive marine attractions.

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Melbourne Museum

Enhance your knowledge of Victoria’s heritage with a fact-finding mission to one of Melbourne’s top visitor attractions.

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Carlton Gardens

Spend a peaceful moment by a water fountain, relax under a fig tree or visit historic Melbourne institutions in this charming central parkland. 
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St Patrick's Cathedral

This soaring Catholic place of worship is the tallest church in Australia and is well known for its striking appearance.

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Fitzroy Gardens

Explore charming natural spaces in this Victorian-style garden, which features tree-lined avenues and intriguing monuments just minutes from Melbourne's central business district.

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Shrine of Remembrance

This photogenic monument, which sits atop a grassy hill, is a reminder of the sacrifice of Australian men and women in war. 
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Princess Theatre

Spend an evening enjoying a meal, watching a dramatic performance and looking for the friendly in-house ghost at this majestic Melbourne theatre. 
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Immigration Museum

Visit this fascinating museum to learn about the harrowing and heroic stories of travellers who came to Victoria to make a home. 
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Royal Botanic Gardens

Find a leafy haven or attend an educational workshop amid the magnificent array of exotic and native flora at one of the world’s finest botanic gardens.

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Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

300 Spencer Street, Melbourne
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The Hotel Windsor

111 Spring Street, Melbourne
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Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands

66 Aurora Lane, Docklands
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Located in The Real Heart of Melbourne, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Etihad Stadium and Melbourne Aquarium. Bourke Street Mall and Eureka Tower are ...

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Pan Pacific Melbourne

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4.7 out of 5 (2,887 reviews)

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Oaks On Market

Oaks On Market

60 Market Street, Melbourne
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Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

328 Flinders Street, Melbourne
4.5 out of 5.0
4.4 out of 5 (3,182 reviews)

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Oaks on Collins

Oaks on Collins

480 Collins Street, Melbourne
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The Langham, Melbourne

The Langham, Melbourne

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Bayview On The Park

Bayview On The Park

52 Queens Road, Melbourne
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