Spirited traveller guide to Melbourne
Rob Blackburn
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Stylish, artsy and cosmopolitan, Melbourne possesses the unique
ability of easily blending magnificent Victorian-era buildings
with art-deco structures, Parisienne vibes with New York flair,
and cultures from all around the world with Aussie-born
passions. Follow our guide to discover all that Melbourne has to
offer!
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Explore the city's lanewaysDegraves Street, Melbourne
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Melbourne’s laneways form a colourful wonderland of street art, al
fresco restaurants and chic wine bars. From iconic Flinders and
Hosier Lane, to the lesser-known Rutledge Lane and buzzing
Degraves Street, take some time to explore the art-filled arteries
of the CBD.
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Degraves Street, Melbourne
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Embrace the cultureArts Centre Melbourne
Australia's largest performing arts centre, bringing the best in international and local arts to you.
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Dubbed the cultural capital of Australia, Melbourne is blessed
with a thriving arts and events scene. The calendar here is always
packed with countless shows, musicals, exhibitions and exciting
events – and you can’t leave the city without catching at least
one of them.
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Shop your heart outCollins Street
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Melbournians’ passion for fashion is evident everywhere you go.
Head down the so-called Paris-end of Collins Street for famed
international brands, or shop until you drop on Bourke Street,
where you’ll find Zara, H&M and other major retailers.
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Spend a day at the beachPort Melbourne, Victoria
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Leave the CBD’s busy streets behind for a relaxing day on the
waters of Port Philip’s Bay and its sparkling beaches. Check
outEllwood, Brighton and further down Mordialloc and the
Mornington Peninsula for a day in the sunshine.
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Discover the city's marketsQueen Victoria Market
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Get deep into the city’s lifestyle with a visit to Melbourne’s
lively markets, where you’ll be able to shop for the freshest
produce available and get a taste for irresistible treats and
perfectly poured coffees.
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South Melbourne Market
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Experience life at The Village Market. Melbourne's favourite local Market with over 150 stalls.
Venture out of the city to reach South Melbourne’s beating heart –
South Melbourne Market.
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Uncover the neighbourhoodsChinatown, Melbourne
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Melbourne’s inner-city neighbourhoods are a true statement to the
city’s multicultural heritage: each one is renowned for something
different, and each brings a piece of the world to the streets of
Victoria’s capital. Start with Chinatown, home to the city's
tastiest Asian fare.
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Lygon Street
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The place to be!
Carlton is the beating heart of the Italian community in
Melbourne.
Richmond, Victoria
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Visit Richmond, the city’s Vietnamese stronghold.
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Arbory Bar and EateryArbory Afloat
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When the sun shines, Melbournians flock to one of the city’s most
popular riverside venues: Arbory Bar and Eatery. A true Melbourne
institution, built on a disused railway platform at Flinders
Street Station, this is the city’s longest bar, flowing along the
banks of the Yarra River.
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Flinders Lane food sceneFlinders Lane, Melbourne
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A walk down Flinders Lane will have you wonder if this narrow
street is in fact the epicentre of all things food. No matter
where you look, Flinders Lane is lined with bars, award-winning
restaurants, chic wine bars and underground cocktail bars.
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Naked for Satan
Eat, drink, celebrate, with a spectacular view! ★ Contact: naked@nakedforsatan.com.au ⠀
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Killer cocktails, sweeping city views and tasty Spanish fare: this
is Naked for Satan – one of Melbourne’s best rooftop bars. Set
deep within the eclectic neighbourhood of Fitzroy in a heritage
building dating back to 1897, this funky rooftop terrace is as
iconic as its views.
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D.O.C Pizza & Mozzarella BarD.O.C Pizza & Mozzarella Bar Southbank
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Nestled on the banks of the Yarra, D.O.C takes pizza and
mozzarella very seriously, and brings a piece of Italy to
Melbourne. It’s all about fresh ingredients, perfectly cooked
pizza, delicious toppings such as San Marzano Tomato, Italian
pecorino, buffalo mozzarella and Prosciutto di Parma here.
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The Espy
Iconic St Kilda seaside pub with five levels of music, arts, cocktails, beers, good and fun.
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This legendary Melbourne pub, affectionately known as The Espy,
has been standing proudly on the St Kilda Esplanade since
1878.With 12 bars, three stages and two restaurants, killer bay
views and menus featuring best seasonal produce, this is the go to
place for a pint, a cocktail or a good feed.
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