Awesome Things to do in Melbourne Victoria

Experience Awesome Things to do in Melbourne Victoria

Positioned on the estuary of the beautiful Yarra River and ranked as one of the world’s most liveable cities it is no surprise that there are many amazing things to do in Melbourne. With 36 % of the population born overseas, Melbourne reaps the benefits of its diversity; from Moroccan soup bars to Shanghai dumpling restaurants this city is buzzing with the flavors of multiculturalism. What’s more, it has often been described as ‘the cultural capital of Australia’: not only is it the birthplace of Australian film and TV, it created Australian rules football and is the home of the Heidelberg School of Australian Impressionism. Melbourne also has two of its own unique dance styles: the New Vogue and the Melbourne Shuffle.

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Open House Melbourne defines the arts scene in Melbourne with annual access to museums, underground tunnels, creative workspaces, contemporary architecture and television. Melbourne’s festival-crammed calendar provides something to do for everyone, from the Melbourne International Film Festival to the Melbourne Cabaret Festival with masterclasses in everything from harp playing to musical theatre. Spring Fashion Week celebrates the country’s most revered designers or if you’re more interested in fancy dress, Hollywood Costume presents the most iconic costumes from 100 years of film, including characters from The Wizard of Oz and Titanic. For budding writers, head to the Melbourne Writers Festival with workshops, launches and performances in addition to the opportunity to meet the world’s leading writers.

There is an inexhaustible list of things to do in Melbourne. The Fireworks at the Docklands is a spectacular annual display enjoyed from the waterfront restaurants or outside on the promenade, joined by exquisite fire breathers and circus performers. The Crown Entertainment Complex is one of the largest in the world, with bars and nightclubs in addition to the grandest ballroom in Melbourne and a three-story auditorium. The changeable weather doesn’t stop Melbourne’s surfers; take the Great Ocean Road tour to explore some of Australia’s best surf beaches or head to St. Kilda West Beach for kiteboarding.

The largest tram network in the world leaves no excuse not to visit all of the best sights in Melbourne. A climb to the top of Eureka Tower’s Skydeck offers a formidable panoramic view of the city from the highest platform in the southern hemisphere. To experience the heart and soul of Melbourne, hang out at Federation Square for street entertainment, premier musician buskers and salsa classes. There are so many things to do in Melbourne it truly is the best place to get stuck into, well, a bit of everything.

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