Things to do in Melbourne

Take a tour of Melbourne Park’s primary tennis court, come here to witness an exciting Australian Open tennis match or see a major pop concert.

Australia’s premier stadium is a symbol of Melbourne’s sporting heritage, drawing thousands of fans to cricket, football, rugby and soccer matches and events.

Delve into Melbourne’s fascinating heritage when you explore this cultural landmark and architectural treasure, containing over 150 years of state history.

Stroll, cycle, rollerblade or go fishing at one of Melbourne’s most cherished landmarks and enjoy panoramic views of the city skyline and the waterfront.

Melbourne’s humming open-air retail precinct contains over 120 stores, including fashion boutiques, department stores, cosmopolitan bars and great dining venues.

Inspired by the Woiwurrung word for the Yarra River, this inner-city parkland celebrates Aboriginal cultural heritage, native flora and thought-provoking sculptures.

Envision 19th-century Melbourne at this magnificently restored shopping arcade in the heart of the CBD. Visit boutiques, confectioners and chocolatiers.

Browse fashion goods, sample creamy chocolate and relax with a tea in this elegant arcade, which remains one of Melbourne's finest historic and architectural landmarks.

Rise above the city when you visit the highest viewing platform in the Southern Hemisphere and look out across the sprawling Melbourne skyline.

This seaside suburban village is home to Melbourne’s favorite beach, an iconic amusement park and a street lined with pastry shops.

Feast on the best pasta and pizza outside Italy in Melbourne’s atmospheric Italian quarter.

See the edgy architecture of Melbourne’s main civic space, a great place to take in an event, explore a museum or simply people-watch.

Go to the highest observation deck in the Southern Hemisphere at this soaring residential tower, which also offers fine dining with breathtaking views.

Lovers of classic cinema, budding film makers and avid gamers will all delight in one of the world’s leading moving image museums.

Calm water, colorful huts and historic sea baths make this suburban beach a relaxing and stylish escape from Melbourne's inner-city bustle. 

Explore this huge open-air market to enjoy Melbourne’s freshest produce and best bargain shopping.

History and heritage go hand-in-hand with designer fashions and ultramodern architecture on Melbourne’s showcase street.

Melbourne’s premier retail precinct is filled with boutiques and big department stores set in charming heritage-listed arcades.

Experience the harsh justice of the 19th century and trace the final footsteps of bushranger Ned Kelly at this award-winning museum.

See blockbuster international touring exhibitions and the world’s largest collection of Australian art at this revered cultural institution.

One of Melbourne's best-loved performance spaces offers the latest live music, comedy and theater in a spectacular old-world setting.

Melbourne’s iconic oceanfront amusement park mixes old-school charm and modern thrill rides to create the perfect family day out.

From the building itself to the art inside, everything about Melbourne’s premier contemporary art center is designed to challenge and inspire.

Catch a rare view of Southern Ocean and Antarctic marine life at one of Australia’s premier aquariums.

Explore Victoria, from the rich heritage of its First Peoples to its diverse natural environments, in one of Australia’s premier museums.

Rising from the edge of downtown Melbourne, Australia’s tallest cathedral is an oasis of serenity and a towering example of old-world artistry and craftsmanship.

Explore charming natural spaces in this Victorian-style garden, which features tree-lined avenues and intriguing monuments just minutes from Melbourne's central business district.

Appreciate the peaceful atmosphere when you explore the interior of this vast neo-Gothic cathedral and architectural anchor in Melbourne’s inner-city streetscape.

Find a leafy haven or attend an educational workshop amid the magnificent array of exotic and native flora at one of the world’s finest botanic gardens.

Pick up brand-name clothes, accessories and home furnishings for reduced prices at the boutiques and factory outlets of Richmond’s popular shopping strip.

Be spoiled for choice as you browse the restaurants and bars of this atmospheric dining district, hidden in a laneway in Melbourne’s CBD.

Swim in the sheltered bay and explore the foreshore at this pretty beach. Embark on a new adventure to the Bellarine Peninsula via the Queenscliff-Sorrento Ferry.

Delve into the mystical realm of William Ricketts Sanctuary, one of Australia’s most artistic and spiritual forest walks where you will see art and nature in creative harmony. 

Behind a warehouse roller door, find this brewery frothing with fun times, tropical vibes and beers that break a few rules. 

For beers served in a buzzing atmosphere, make the trip out of Melbourne to this microbrewery, where you can even make your own brew.

This salt-of-the-earth establishment prides itself on laid-back, uncomplicated beers that quench a particularly Australian thirst.