Melbourne

Melbourne is an enjoyable destination spot and can be traveled around the year. Summers are fun in Melbourne that spans between the months of December to March. During this season, the weather is warm, pleasurable and delightful – very much felicitous for sight viewing and other outdoor activities. However, depending on your holiday mood and choice of season selection, here is a vivid monthly break down of the climatic state of Melbourne:

• December to March: This is the period of summer in Melbourne – considerably the best time period to relish the beauty and attractions of the city. At this time, most of the essential events are held like the Australian Grand Prix, Australian Grand Slam Open, and Boxing Day Test Cricket Match. However, there are few tips to follow while you decide to juggle out in the daylight during the summer – wear cotton clothes, carry shades, apply sunscreen and drink sufficient water throughout the day. Since the summer time is considered the peak season in Melbourne, therefore it is most pricey.
• March to May & September to November: Between September to November spring falls while between the months of March to May, it is the autumn time. During both the seasons, it is enjoyable and good to visit Melbourne. This time is perfect to explore the place in totality on bike or foot. Also, remember to relish good times, barbeques, picnics and parks on your visit to Melbourne at this time.
• June to August: June to August is considered to be the coldest months in the city of Melbourne. This time is considered to be an offseason as the prices for hotel and airways fall down. Sometimes at this time, it also snows outside the city making nights cold, freezy and chilly. If you visit at this time, remember to relish skiing in ski fields, explore indoor sights and attractions and relish the wonderful dining experience that the city offers.

You can reach Melbourne by Air. Melbourne Airport is conferred to be a well maintained and modern international airport that is well affixed to all the main cities of the globe. On reaching the Melbourne Airport, you can take a taxi to reach your destined location in Melbourne. Alternatively, if you want, then you can travel by Skybus which is available every fifteen minutes from the Melbourne Airport. Skybus will drop you to Spencer street station and from there, you will have to select your own travel mode like trains, buses, taxis, and trams to reach your ultimate destination.

Generally, most of the travelers in the center of the city alongside the buzzing of the commercially stricken hearts envision to swaddle every corner and nook of the city including the theatres, museums, bars, restaurants, and shops. The grid layout of Melbourne makes it considerably easy and simple for the city to steer and map read most of the attractive sights located in and around Melbourne. The transport options in Melbourne include buses, bikes, trams, and trains. A special network known as the Night Network in Melbourne operates during the weekends.

Following are the mode of travel to commute around Melbourne:

• Metro Trains
• Trams
• Buses
• Rideshare and Taxis
• Regional Victoria – Victoria’s Regional provider of train and bus that runs across the city.

The best shopping places along with its specialty in Melbourne are as follows:

• Bourke Street Mall – Thrilling fashion jumbos like the Myer and David Jones have splendid stores delineating both clothes and eateries for the visitors. For instance, if you are bored of shopping then you can take a break from shopping and treat yourself with delectable food on leaving the store.
• The Block Arcade – The Block Arcade is a place famous for a number of alluring boutique retailer stores like Crabtree and Evelyn, Australian By Design, Haigh’s Chocolates and Wittner Shoes.
• Melbourne Central –  Melbourne Central is a place offering accessories and fashion stores that include Colette, Country Road, Converse, Foot Locker, Rebel Sports, Nike, RM Williams, Gap and Mimco. Beauty stores are Sephora, Napoleon Perdis, Priceline, MAC and Mecca Maxima.
• Queen Victoria Village – Queen Victoria Village exhibits a range of retail stores and specialty like Big W, Officeworks, Dan Murphy’s, Woolworths and more.
• Target Centre – Target Centre includes a number of shops like Novo Shoes, Vintage Cellars, Mister Minit, City Chic and Vintage Cellars.
• Emporium Melbourne – If you are on a search for some designer brands portraying elite outlook, then this is a place for you. At Emporium Melbourne, you will find Calvin Klein, Armani Exchange, White Suede, Rodd and Gunn, Dion Lee, Kate Spade, Camilla and Marc, Michael Kors, Lacoste and Scanlan Theodore.  
• Collins 234 Boutique Place – At Collins Street, you will find small cluster and collection of shops or boutiques having relation with beauty, fashion, and specialty stores.
• The Strand – The Strand is the shopping complex which caters a number of beauty brands, eateries, and salons.
• Queen Victoria Markets – Here at Queen Victoria Market, you will find vegetables, fruits, fresh seafood, poultry, wine, leather products, shoes, leather goods, toys, jewelry, and clothing.
• Chadstone Shopping Centre – At Chadstone Shopping Centre, you will find famous brands & Australian people who are in love with shopping. You will find brands like Pandora, Adidas, Nike, Lorna Jane, RM Williams, EB Games, Target, Victoria's Secret, JB Hi-Fi, Tiffany & Co., Dymocks, David Jones, and Myer.

The famous places for sightseeing are as follows:

• Federation Square
• Royal Botanic Gardens
• Melbourne Cricket Ground
• Southbank & Arts Centre of Melbourne
• Victoria Gallery
• Eureka Tower
• Arcades &Laneways
• Melbourne Museum and Royal Exhibition Building
• Melbourne Zoo
• Captain Cook's Cottage
• Yarra River Cruise
• Docklands
• Queen Victoria Market
• Phillip Island
• Ramsay Street houses.
• Great Otway National Park
• Port Campbell National Park
• Parliament House
• Flinders Street Station
• Chinatown
• Immigration Museum

The following are the best cycling routes to ride in Melbourne:

• Postrea Return
• Yarra Glen
• 1/20 +The Wall
• Kinglake
• Beach Road
• Mornington
• Yarra Boulevard
• Mount Hotham
• Baw Baw
• Bonna Buang & Lake Mountain Double
• Westgate Park
• Lysterfield
• Mount Macedon
• Albert Park
• Arthur’s Seat
• Panton Hill
• Toue de Burbs
• Dandenong Ranges
• Amy’s Gran Fondo

Melbourne is world’s most amazing destination that captivates the honeymooners from all around. The newly married couples can soak up in the enthralling landscapes and feast in the luxurious hospitality of the country. The honeymooners must swaddle through the beautiful locations and beaches and must explore the rich culture of Melbourne in entirety to fare up their happy trip.

Following are the must-visit locations for couples:

• Climb up the Rock Stacks at the 12 Apostles
• Witness the Mesmerizingly beautiful Yarra Valley
• Get swayed into the Magical talisman Of the Otways
• Relish the mind-blowing Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium
• Enjoy the activity of Skyscraping at the Eureka Tower

The best places to enjoy a wine tour in Melbourne are:

• Yarra Valley Wineries Tour from Melbourne
• Sticks
• Maddens Rise
• Domaine Chandon
• Wild Cattle Creek

The places where you can enjoy the adventure activities are as follows:

• Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour
• Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco-Tour
• Grampians National Park Small-Group Eco Tour
• Phillip Island Nature Park and Wildlife Seals Cruise
• 2-Day Phillip Island and Wilsons Promontory Tour
• Healesville Sanctuary with Winery Lunch Day Tour
• Tandem Skydive on the Beach
• Phillip Island Private Tour
• Wilsons Promontory Day Trip
• Phillip Island Penguin Small Group Eco Tour
• Explore Adventure Park