Melbourne Travel Guide (Keaton Ochoa)

Melbourne is the capital city of the state of Victoria, which is located in South-Western Australia. It is a popular tourist destination with people from all over the world, partly thanks to its many attractions, great climate and beautiful scenery. This article takes a look at some of the best places to eat, sleep and drink, and how to get around when you are visiting the beautiful city of Melbourne.

Tourist Attractions

Visitors are spoilt for choice when it comes to things to see and do in the city. No visit to Melbourne is complete without a trip to Federation Square, which is located opposite Flinders Station. It is the perfect place to people watch while enjoying a coffee at one of the many cafes. Special events, such as festivals and exhibitions are also held in this square throughout the year.

The Botanical Gardens are a beautiful place to visit with all the family. The gardens are home to over 50,000 species of plants, which are positioned within 35 hectares of land. You can take a picnic and enjoy the beautiful greenery of the park. The Botanical Gardens are open from 7:30am until sunset everyday of the year, and entry is completely free of charge.

Art-lovers will enjoying visiting the National Gallery of Victoria. The gallery is the cities largest and oldest public art gallery. It contains artworks by many famous artists, including Constable, Auguste, Rodin, and J.M.W Turner. Entry is free of charge, although tickets are required for special events and exhibitions. The gallery also has a second centre which is located in Federation Square, which is home to indigenous artworks from colonial times to the present day.

Where to Eat

Melbourne boasts a huge range of dining options to suit all tastes and budgets. From small cafes and local pubs, to luxurious dining experiences - there really is something for everyone.

Where to Sleep

There are extensive accommodation options spread throughout the city and the suburban areas. Visitors can choose to stay in a basic but clean hostel room, right up to a beautiful 5 star hotel. Camping options are also available throughout the year.

Travel

Melbourne has a huge range of transportation options. It boasts four airports: Melbourne International Airport, Avalon Airport, Moorabbin Airport and Essendon airport, all of which offer frequent passenger flights. Melbourne International airport is the largest of the lot, offering domestic and international flight to cities all around the world. Taxis and buses are available from the airport to locations across the city.

Melbourne bus network is composed of over 300 routes, with regular services to the outer suburbs and inner city areas.

The city also has its own tram network, which is actually the largest tram network in the world with 1,773 tram stops. Trams will provide a fun, affordable and convenient way to see the sights.

The rail network is also well developed, with 200 suburban stations. The rail connections serve major stops in the city centre, suburbs and they also connect to regional cities and interstate locations.

Melbourne is a wonderful tourist destination in Australia, also known for its wide range of dining options. Enjoy your meals at a fine dining restaurant in Melbourne and experience the best food.
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