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 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.
Read MoreMelbourne is famous for its laneways and street art, its cultural diversity, its coffee and excellent dining scene, and its numerous sporting events. The newly refurbished Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne on Flinders is a stone’s throw from many of the city’s attractions so we asked the Adina team to come up with the top 5 things they love doing in and around Flinders Street.
Read MoreWith Dean & Nancy on 22 just named the 'Best Hotel Bar in Australia' at the recent Australian Bar Awards, we were inspired to scour the country to bring you our top six hotel bars to while away those balmy spring days and nights.
Read MoreOf all the things to do in Melbourne, probably the most rewarding is to savour its fantastic food scene. Melbourne is frequently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable cities, and its restaurants, cafés and cocktail bars undoubtedly play a large part in that. From cheap and cheerful cafés to high-end world-class dining, the city has it all.
Read MoreHello winter, our old friend. While the start of the new season means a sad farewell to long days, salty ocean swims and guilt-free ice-cream dinners, we’ve scoured the streets of Sydney and Melbourne to find lattes with more cutting-edge warmth than your standard latte.
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