Getting around Melbourne is easy, thanks to an integrated network of trams, trains and buses. Tickets allowing travel across all services can be purchased from vending machines at train stations, on trams or buses, or pre purchased at selected shops like newsagents.
For further information on Melbourne’s public transport network, visit www.metlink.com.au
For something different, catch a water taxi along Melbourne’s famous Yarra River and docklands area.
The Melbourne City Tourist Shuttle and the City Circle Tram are a great way to see Melbourne’s attractions and they’re free!
Climate Melbourne’s climate is temperate and variable with no great extremes. It is warm to hot in summer (December to February), mild in autumn (March to May), cold and damp in winter (June to August), and cool in spring (September to November). It is recommended that delegates bring clothing suitable for cool conditions.
For further information on Melbourne’s weather, please visit www.bom.gov.au
Shopping Meander through the city and discover designer labels, major department and flagship stores as well as a myriad of quirky laneway boutiques where you can purchase unique gifts such as locally made lollipops. Shoppers will be happy to note that most stores are open seven days and many stay open late on Fridays to 9pm.
Well known shopping precincts include Chapel St South Yarra, Ackland St St Kilda, Collins St in the city, Brunswick St Fitzroy as well as Bridge Rd and Swan St Richmond.
Things to do Places of interest in Melbourne include:
Melbourne Zoo – view wildlife in naturalistic habitats in Melbourne’s award winning zoo. For further information visit www.zoo.org.au
Observation Deck of the Rialto – for spectacular 360 degree views of Melbourne from the southern hemisphere’s tallest building For further information visit www.melbourne360rialto.com.au
Balloon Flights over Melbourne – Enjoy stunning panoramic views of Melbourne at sunrise For further information on this tour, please visit www.balloonovermelbourne.com.au or www.globalballooning.com.au
Dinner on the Historic Colonial Tramcar restaurant – Experience a piece of Victoria’s history as you enjoy fine wine and cuisine on board these glossy burgundy trams whilst cruising the scenic streets of Melbourne
For further information, please visit www.tramrestaurant.com.au
Places of Interest in Victoria:
Yarra Valley Winery Tours – Visit your choice of the picturesque Yarra Valley or stunning Mornington Peninsula where you can sample some of the best wine in the region
Penguin Parade to Phillip Island – Witness this uniquely Australian experience at Phillip Island as the world’s smallest Penguins come home from the sea and waddle across the beach to their sand dune burrows
The Great Ocean Road – Travel along one of the most breathtaking and scenic coastlines that includes the Twelve Apostles, Otway rainforest and Bells Beach
Puffing Billy – Board Australia’s favourite steam train as it travels along a narrow railway through the spectacular Dandenong Ranges
Healesville Sanctuary – The wonder of the Australian bush comes alive at this premier wildlife park. It is home to over 300 species of wildlife including koalas, dingoes and the platypus
Spa country in Daylesford – Sample mineral waters, explore craft and antique shops, go boating on the lake or just relax
For further information on these and other tours, please see the following websites:
www.grayline.com.au
www.aptouring.com.au
For any other information on what to do in and around Melbourne, please visit the following websites:
www.visitvictoria.com/melbourne
www.visitmelbourne.com
www.thatsmelbourne.com.au
