Things to Do in Melbourne

If you're in Melbourne to celebrate your special occasions, then this place has its arms open for all. Collins Street is the most loved place to visit in Melbourne. It has ancient monuments, designer showrooms, fine dining experiences, tall skyscrapers, fun-filled clubs, jewelers, business offices, etc.In short, this place is the hub of Melbourne. Collins Street is also compared to "ParisEnd" due to its tall buildings, also referred to as the top ends of town. Collins Street is also popular for local ghost tours as it lets you know more about the city life in Melbourne. Location: Melbourne VIC 3000, AustraliaHighlights: It has all the branded showrooms where you can shop for everything you want or collect souvenirsThis place has the best pubs and clubs where you can dance to your favorite beats.The streets display the lifestyle of Melbourne, its rich heritage, art, culture, etc.The street is known to host the best live shows.Timings: The timings of Collins street vary a little - Monday – Wednesday 10 am – 6 pm.Thursday – Friday 10 am – 7 pm.Saturday 10 am – 6 pm.Sunday 10 am – 5 pm. (This is the timing during public holidays as well as Christmas and New Year's eve.)

By the banks of the river Yarra is this classy decked up pedestrian called the Southbank Melbourne. A fall in the Australian economy during the early 90’s gave room to development and refurbishing of the town. The initial idea of Southbank refurbishing came into place to enhance tourism and to setup a recreational spot amidst the city and it is one of the famous places to visit in Melbourne.The great view and fine location by the river made it one of the desired areas in town. Housing some of the important businesses, skyscrapers and touristy spots such as the National gallery, Eureka and so on it is now one of the prominent places in Melbourne. The dramatic backdrop of the skyscrapers and posh building by the banks of the river fascinate tourists. The busy streets, the flashy lights, rushing pedestrians and the fresh breeze by the riverside in the urban neighbourhood resembles the set of a hollywood movie.  If you are a tourist visiting Melbourne, you might need to book a day in your itenary for the Southbank tour. Public attractions such as Crown casino, Melbourne convention & exhibition centre, Victorian art centre, National Gallery of Victoria, James Bond store, river cruises and so on are housed in the same vicinity. If you aren’t in the mood to go touristy Southbank also  offers a variety of other shopping, food and art experiences to enjoy.

A popular and unmissable landmark in the vibrant city of Melbourne in Victoria, Australia is the South Melbourne Market. While it is known as a “local village market,” it is actually a major tourist attraction that caters to people from all over the world who travel to Melbourne and it is one of the best places to visit in Melbourne. The primary philosophy of the market is to procure, sell, display and celebrate local cuisine, local culture and local food. The most popular goods that can be bought at the South Melbourne Market include foodstuff like dairy, eggs, fresh fruits and vegetables that are organically grown, preserves, spices and seafood, all of which is locally sourced.Apart from its vast array of groceries, you can also buy merchandise that is curated by local artisans, merchants and locals. This includes clothes, handicraft items, furniture, homeware, books and much more. The South Melbourne Market is especially popular for its quaint cafes and restaurants, where you can sample local food that is made with fresh produce sourced locally. There are also frequent live music concerts, events, competitions and exhibitions that are organized here throughout the year.Apart from being a thriving goods market for vegetables, fruits, spices, seafood, dairy and much more, it is also a historically significant landmark. The market was established in 1867 and has since only grown in size and scale. The market takes place inside a massive Victorian building in South Melbourne that is made of red brick and wood, which adds to the old-world charm of the market. Because of the ever-increasing number of vendors and visitors, the market has been refurbished and renovated many times to accommodate all the stalls, while maintaining its original structure.