Melbourne

Visitors will find that Melbourne is an exciting city to explore. Modern architecture and design is

juxtaposed with heritage buildings reflecting Australia’s unique history. But beneath the city’s

impressive façade, lies the true heart and soul of the city; laneways which snake the city grid to

reveal cafés and bars, fashion houses, boutiques, innovative cuisine, galleries, theatres and

museums.

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Pages/Home.aspx

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Melbourne.aspx

Dining and nightlife

Restaurants, cafes, bars and clubs are always buzzing in

Melbourne. An eclectic range of cuisine is on offer across town -

hidden down laneways, high above street level or overlooking

the waterfront.

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/DiningAndNightlife/Pages/

DiningandNightlife.aspx

Shopping

From the cutting edge to classic, boutique to big time,

Melbourne’s vibrant retail scene is alive with alluring labels,

products and shopping experiences – some home grown, some

world-renowned.

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Shopping/Pages/Shopping.a

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Getting around the city

Melbourne is a city that's a cinch to explore, with flexible and no-

fuss ways to move around town. Bike tracks, waterways, trains,

trams and taxis transport you through the city and make you a

part of its action. You can also cruise, cycle or walk to attractions

and events around the city.

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/GettingAroundTheCity/Page

s/GettingAround.aspx

Places to visit

Melbourne is a city with endless options. The city sweeps you up into

laneways and libraries, attractions, art galleries, parks, theatres and a

vibrant waterfront atmosphere.

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/PlacesToGo/Pages/placestogo.aspx

What's on

See what's on in Melbourne – there's always plenty to do!

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/WhatsOn/Pages/Whatson.aspx

MELBOURNE WIDGET

The Melbourne Widget is a small application that is

embedded in a “Melbourne” logo on any conference,

association or business event website. When a potential

delegate clicks on the widget, they will be able to view

ready-made content about Melbourne and regional

Victoria, as well as watch an incentive video about the

city. By placing the widget on the event website,

delegates are enticed into learning more about the

destination and pre and post touring opportunities, plus

they will remain on the event website longer without having to click over to other destination

websites to obtain visitor information.

Research conducted by MCVB indicates that more than three-quarters of international conference

delegates sourced information on Melbourne prior to their visit. In addition, 46 per cent of delegates

visiting Melbourne for a conference stay on to visit regional Victoria and more than a quarter of

delegates visit with at least one travelling partner.

MCVB’s Melbourne Widget is provided free of charge to all conferences, congresses and conventions

being held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Contact MCVB for your own

customised Melbourne Widget.

Top 20 things to do in Melbourne

1 Stroll, skate or soak up the sun on the St Kilda beach promenade

2 Join in the festivities at one of Melbourne’s many free public events

3 Discover Australia’s Aboriginal culture on a Koorie Heritage Walk

4 Dine in the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant, while travelling city streets

5 Meet multicultural Melbourne at the Queen Victoria Market

6 See the city from ‘The Edge’ – 88 stories up in the Eureka Tower

7 Capture the city spirit at Federation Square, home to galleries, cafés and bars

8 Eat, drink and live like a local in Melbourne’s sophisticated secret laneways

9 Swim with sea horses around the piers of the Mornington Peninsula

10 Capture culture at the National Gallery of Victoria, with art spanning the globe

11 Meet native and foreign animals or picnic over jazz at the Melbourne Zoo

12 Discover the Melbourne Story at the Melbourne Museum

13 Tee off at one of Melbourne’s 15 championship golf courses

14 Take time out at one of Melbourne’s seaside day spas

15 Experience café culture on Lygon Street – Melbourne’s ‘Little Italy’

16 See a show at a world-class theatre as Broadway comes to Melbourne

17 Live the sporting passion at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and National Sports Museum

18 Drive a lap around Albert Park Lake, home to the Australian Formula 1TM Grand Prix

19 Shop at Melbourne’s largest department stores, Myer and David Jones

20 Enjoy spectacular water views and stylish restaurants in Docklands

What to do and see in Melbourne

Guides on Melbourne are available in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean and

Spanish.

Chinese -

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Gettingaroundthecity/Maps/Documents/SeeDo_Simplified_Ch

inese_Oct2011.pdf

French -

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Gettingaroundthecity/Maps/Documents/SeeDo_French_Oct20

11.pdf

German -

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Gettingaroundthecity/Maps/Documents/SeeDo_German_Oct2

011.pdf

Italian -

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Gettingaroundthecity/Maps/Documents/SeeDo_Italian_Oct20

11.pdf

Japanese -

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Gettingaroundthecity/Maps/Documents/SeeDo_Japanese_Oct

2011.pdf

Korean -

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Gettingaroundthecity/Maps/Documents/SeeDo_Korean_Oct2

011.pdf

Spanish -

http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Gettingaroundthecity/Maps/Documents/SeeDo_Spanish_Oct2

011.pdf

City Map http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Documents/Maps/citymap.pdf

Victoria

Hugging the tip of the Australian east coast, Victoria is Australia's second-smallest state, covering

227,600 square kilometres – roughly the size of the British Isles.

Packed into such a compact area is a wealth of diverse regional areas and attractions, from sweeping

coastline and pristine beaches to national parks and forests teeming with wildlife to wineries, lakes

and mountains offering skiing, climbing and hiking. Best of all, many of Victoria's unique and varied

landscapes are easily accessible as day trips from Melbourne.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/

Murray Region

The world’s third longest navigable river, the Murray River, forms

the border between New South Wales and Victoria before heading

south through South Australia to the ocean. Unwind and enjoy the

region’s renowned food, wine, golf courses, and river delights.

Explore 40,000 years of inhabitation with an Aboriginal Discovery

Tour.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/The-Murray.aspx

Yarra Valley

Less than one hour’s drive from Melbourne, the picturesque Yarra

Valley is famous for its vineyards and rolling green hills and the

pleasures of locally produced food and wine. The Dandenong

Ranges is a popular escape for its mountain scenery, forests and

fern gullies. Drive, walk, wander or float through in a hot air

balloon.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Yarra-Valley-and-Dandenong-Ranges.aspx

Great Ocean Road

One of the world’s most scenic drives, the Great Ocean Road

follows Victoria’s stunning south-western coastline past the famous

Twelve Apostles. From Torquay, south of Geelong, to Peterborough,

east of Warrnambool, the 243-kilometre road winds along cliff tops

and down to the shoreline, crosses river estuaries and moves under

the canopies of lush rainforests.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Great-Ocean-Road.aspx

Grampians

The Grampians region, with its ancient and expansive landscapes,

has stunning national and state parks, indigenous history and

breathtaking scenery. The Grampians National Park features

spectacular rocky outcrops, 200 bird species, Aboriginal heritage

trails and Victoria’s largest collection of rock art.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Grampians.aspx

Victoria’s High Country

Head for the spectacular scenery and high altitude of Victoria’s high

country. The region is renowned for its welcoming villages, long

traditions of wine making, fine local produce and adventure and

outdoor activities in the breathtaking alpine scenery. Expect a

warm welcome in the region’s villages from the families who run

the local gourmet restaurants, boutique wineries and lodgings.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/High-Country.aspx

Phillip Island

Phillip Island is a popular destination for its nature and wildlife, as

well as its international motor racing events. Just 90 minutes from

Melbourne, Phillip Island offers visitors a range of easily accessible

activities and facilities. Experience the famous Penguin Parade,

Australia’s most popular wildlife event, where every day at dusk a

parade of little penguins emerge from the sea and make their way

to their burrows in the sand dunes.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Phillip-Island.aspx

Daylesford and Macedon Ranges

Daylesford and Macedon Ranges is the state’s capital of indulgence,

offering spa retreats and natural springs, great cafés and fine dining.

For more than 100 years, people have flocked to Daylesford and the

surrounding spa country for rest and reinvigoration. More than 80

per cent of Australia’s naturally occurring mineral springs are found

in the region, with over 70 mineral springs found there.

http://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Yarra-Valley-and-Dandenong-Ranges.aspx

Australia

Australia is famous for its many icons – the Great Ocean Road, Uluru,

the Great Barrier Reef, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, sunshine,

kangaroos and koalas. But in between these Aussie icons,

breathtaking landscapes, native plants and animals, and laid-back

locals set Australia apart from anywhere else in the world.

http://www.australia.com/

New South Wales

Sydney is cosmopolitan, vibrant and multicultural. A leading global

destination recognised the world over for its lifestyle and

innovation, and for its beautiful location on the edge of the world’s

largest natural harbour. Spend the day exploring the city – climb

the Sydney Harbour Bridge or lunch in famous Bondi. Only a short

drive from Sydney, explore the Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley wine

region or the myriad of beaches..

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/nsw.aspx

Northern Territory

The Territory is dramatic and historic, luxurious and relaxing, stark

and pristine. With superb environments, World Heritage-listed

national parks, dramatic deserts, tropical shores or outback cattle

stations, it offers a diversity of everything that is the real Australia.

Uluru (Ayres Rock) is a truly unique destination. Take in the majesty

of the Red Centre as you watch the sunrise in a hot air balloon or

catch a camel train through the Central Australian desert and enjoy the spectacular backdrop of

Uluru and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas).

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/nt.aspx

Queensland

Make the most of the outdoor lifestyle with its subtropical climate,

dense rainforests and white, sandy beaches and clear blue water.

Visit the Whitsundays, with the three natural wonders of Heart

Reef, Whitehaven Beach and the Great Barrier Reef. Explore the city

vibe of Brisbane, whale watch on the Gold Coast or sample local

produce at one of the many outstanding restaurants.

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/qld.aspx

South Australia

Follow the South Australian food and wine trail of the Barossa

Valley, then head back to the elegant heritage city of Adelaide and

explore the colonial architecture amongst picturesque parklands.

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/sa.aspx

Tasmania

Tasmania mixes the best Australia has to offer - from World

Heritage wilderness and the cleanest air on earth, to a thriving

cultural scene and fantastic food and wine. A paradise for

adventure seekers, with activities including bushwalking, angling,

boating and rock climbing.

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/tas.aspx

Western Australia

Perth offers a warm, welcoming small-town approach mixed with

the mindset of an international city. Outside Perth, Western

Australia offers a diverse range of natural attractions. Swim with

whale sharks, explore caves and browse fine art and craft galleries.

Explore the Kimberley, set in the Western Australian outback. One

of the world’s last great wilderness areas, with vast horizons,

ancient gorges, astounding rock formations and rock pools.

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/WA.aspx

Australian Capital Territory

Enjoy the advantages and amenities of a big city ease of access and

a beautiful bush surrounding. Canberra offers a range of cultural and

outdoor activities. Take a bike ride around Lake Burley Griffin or visit

the beautiful Portrait Gallery and National Museum of Australia.

http://www.australia.com/explore/states/act.aspx