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Melbourne
Holidays
Melbourne, the gateway to Victoria, sits astride the Yarra River and is positioned at the very top of Port Phillip Bay. It is Australia's second largest city, with a mix of modern high rise towers, preserved Victorian historic architecture and attractive parks and gardens.
Popular with locals and visitors alike are Melbourne's yellow and green trams which faithfully move the population around the city.
Australia's most diverse ethnic mix. Anglo Saxon, Greek, Italian, Chinese, Vietnamese are just some of the cultures to be found in Melbourne's shops and restaurants. Melbourne Food and Wine Festival in March - April. Art lovers should visit the National Gallery of Victoria, the Victorian Arts Centre and the Myer Music Bowl. Have a drink with Chloe at Young & Jacksons Hotel as part of a walking tour. Also take in St Pauls Cathedral. Visit the Rialto Towers observation deck on the 55th floor. For a change of pace, visit the Queen Victoria Market and see the produce vendors in action.
Visit historic sites such as Captain Cook's cottage in Fitzroy Gardens, or the Como Homestead overlooking the river in South Yarra. There's also Ripponlea near St Kilda. The Old Melbourne Gaol is a favourite with visitors who want to see where Ned Kelly, Australia's most famous bushranger, met his end. Travel to the southern fringes of Melbourne and visit Werribee for its Werribee Park Zoo, Werribee Park Mansion and gardens, and the adjoining Victorian State Rose Garden. Pay a visit to the Air Force Museum at Point Cook. Many of the attractions associated with Melbourne lie in the nearby towns and centres around Port Phillip Bay. These areas have their own page for Melbourne Surrounds.
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