The neighbourhoods surrounding the CBD are what makes Melbourne such a diverse city; from the St Kilda Pier and beachside eateries to Fitzroy's ever-evolving cafe scene and the roar of crowds at Marvel Stadium in Docklands to the epic array of Greek restaurants on Swan Street in Richmond, Melbourne's lively suburbs are a must for any visitor. While the city is an exciting place to explore, much more awaits for those travelling a little out of the city. Day trips are popular, with the Yarra Valley just 90 minutes' drive away, full of wineries and hiking trails and Phillip Island just a short boat ride off the coast where you can watch the famous fairy penguins return at sunset after a day's fishing at sea.
Melbourne's ever-changing weather hasn't halted the city's appetite for an ever-growing array of rooftop bars. When visiting the CBD, make like a local: ignore the forecast and head upstairs for cool bevvies and sweeping city views. Here's our recomendations for the best rooftop bars in Melbourne.
Read MoreIf you are heading to Melbourne this autumn and looking for the ideal base to explore, look no further than the Docklands harbour precinct. Here, you can get a great night’s sleep, enjoy a stone oven pizza by the water, indulge in retail therapy or adventure down the Yarra River by night.
Read MoreThere’s always family-friendly fun to be had at Melbourne's picturesque Docklands precinct. From immersive art, to gliding on ice, and snacking on plenty of tasty treats, keep the kids entertained with these fun-filled activities when staying in Docklands.
Read MoreGiven there are 10,685 beaches in Australia, choosing our top 10 is a difficult task. Nevertheless, we managed to pull through, here's our top 10 Aussie beaches to visit this upcoming long weekend.
Read MoreMelbourne's Northside is a foodie paradise (even Gordon Ramsay is a fan!). Whether it’s hunting down an edgy, underground bar, dining at a hatted restaurant, indulging in a Mexican feast or uncovering the city’s best coffee, no doubt you’ll find it in Melbourne’s north. Here’s just some places to hit up.
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