Melbourne

Overview

Melbourne, located in southeastern Australia, is the capital city of the state of Victoria. It is a melting pot of cultures, making it a great place to visit. The city is renowned for its coffee culture, with numerous cafes lining the streets.

Public transportation is convenient, with trams, trains, and buses offering easy access to various attractions. Visitors can explore the Royal Botanic Gardens for a peaceful retreat or visit Federation Square, a cultural precinct filled with museums and galleries. Melbournes weather is famously unpredictable, so its wise to dress in layers.

Sport plays a significant role in Melbournes identity, hosting events like the Australian Open and the Melbourne Cup. The city also boasts a thriving arts scene, with many theaters and live music venues. Food enthusiasts will find a plethora of international cuisines in the citys vibrant dining scene.

Australia

Destination Type City

Currency Australian Dollar

Languages English

Best Time to Visit December, January, February

Recommended Duration 3-5 days

Elevation 31 m

Popularity Score 9/10

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Safety and Security

🥽 Overall Safety

8.0/10

👩‍🦰 Solo Female Safety

8.0/10

🌈 LGBTQ Safety

9.0/10

Travel Advisory

Exercise normal safety precautions

Drinkable Tap Water? 💧

Yes

Safety Info

Generally safe with standard precautions

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Budget and Cost of Living

Cost of Living Level

$$$$$

Accommodation (Per Night)

Budget 30-50 AUD

Mid-Range AUD 100-150

Luxury AUD 300-500

Eating Out

Budget Meal 15-30 AUD

Mid-Range Meal AUD 20-40

Luxury Dining AUD 100-200

Activities

Budget Activities AUD 10-20

Mid-Range Activities AUD 20-50

Luxury Activities AUD 150-300

Money Saving Tips

Use public transport, dine in local cafes, explore free attractions

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Top Things to Do in Melbourne 2025

If you're searching for what to do in Melbourne during 2025 then look no further. Here are unique experiences and local events in Melbourne that are going on in 2025. These include cultural events, sports, music, festivals and much more. We also have the info on the attractions that showcase the best of Australia.

Tours & Activities

Upcoming Events

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival

📅 Fri Mar 14 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0900 (Korean Standard Time) - Sun Mar 30 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0900 (Korean Standard Time)

📍 Various locations in Melbourne

💲 Varies; Free to $250

A celebration of food and wine with events across Melbourne.

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Melbourne International Film Festival

📅 Thu Aug 07 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0900 (Korean Standard Time) - Sun Aug 24 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0900 (Korean Standard Time)

📍 Various Venues, Melbourne

💲 AUD 20-150

Annual film festival showcasing international and Australian films.

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Australian Open

📅 Mon Jan 13 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0900 (Korean Standard Time) - Sun Jan 26 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0900 (Korean Standard Time)

📍 Melbourne Park

💲 AUD 49 - AUD 500

The Australian Open is a major tennis tournament held annually in Melbourne, Australia. It is the first of the four…

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Attractions

Royal Botanic Gardens

Botanical Garden

A vast and beautiful garden featuring diverse plant collections, lakes, and walking trails.

9.5/10

Royal Botanic Gardens

Botanical Garden

A vast and beautiful garden featuring diverse plant collections, lakes, and walking trails.

9.5

Open: Daily (Year-round)

Price:
Adult: Free
Child: Free
Student: Free
Senior: Free

Birdwood Ave, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

Melbourne Zoo

Zoo

Melbourne Zoo is a renowned zoological park featuring diverse animal exhibits and conservation programs.

9.0/10

Melbourne Zoo

Zoo

Melbourne Zoo is a renowned zoological park featuring diverse animal exhibits and conservation programs.

9.0

Open: Monday to Sunday (Open year-round)

Price:
Adult: 42 AUD
Child: 21 AUD
Student: 32 AUD
Senior: 38 AUD

Elliott Ave, Parkville VIC 3052, Australia

Booking Required: Yes
Recommended Booking: Weekends and public holidays days in advance

Federation Square

Cultural Precinct

Cultural precinct with museums, galleries, and events.

8.5/10

Federation Square

Cultural Precinct

Cultural precinct with museums, galleries, and events.

8.5

Open: Monday to Sunday (Year-round)

Price:
Adult: Free
Child: Free
Student: Free
Senior: Free

Corner of Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Melbourne