Drinks & Nightlife
Great bar with a shaded outdoor seating area that is lovely and green, but still in the centre of all the action.
36 locals recommend
Trunk Diner
275-285 Exhibition StGreat bar with a shaded outdoor seating area that is lovely and green, but still in the centre of all the action.
To get a feel for Melbourne's laneway bar scene conduct the following study: Follow the graffiti to The Croft Institute. Order ‘The Experiment’ and remember to document your findings.
189 locals recommend
The Croft Institute
21 Croft AlleyTo get a feel for Melbourne's laneway bar scene conduct the following study: Follow the graffiti to The Croft Institute. Order ‘The Experiment’ and remember to document your findings.
On a sunny afternoon, visit Madame Brussels. Take a seat in the patio chairs on the roof terrace and order a Pimms, punch or rosé from the waiters dressed in their Sunday tennis best.
163 locals recommend
Madame Brussels
59 Bourke StOn a sunny afternoon, visit Madame Brussels. Take a seat in the patio chairs on the roof terrace and order a Pimms, punch or rosé from the waiters dressed in their Sunday tennis best.
Another one of Melbourne's laneway bars (albeit a little easier to find), this is an intimate space perfect for a quiet drink or two.
15 locals recommend
Double Happiness
21 Liverpool StAnother one of Melbourne's laneway bars (albeit a little easier to find), this is an intimate space perfect for a quiet drink or two.
Arts & Culture
Melbourne's fantastic, modern Museum. Includes all the usual stuff you love to see in a museum plus an Australian Culture section. Great for kids too.
593 locals recommend
Melbourne Museum
11 Nicholson StMelbourne's fantastic, modern Museum. Includes all the usual stuff you love to see in a museum plus an Australian Culture section. Great for kids too.
A beautiful free art gallery that houses Victoria's international collection. Works range from the ancient to the contemporary.
1736 locals recommend
National Gallery of Victoria
180 St Kilda RdA beautiful free art gallery that houses Victoria's international collection. Works range from the ancient to the contemporary.
Melbourne's (and arguably one of the world's) best jazz club. Visit any night of the week for outstanding Jazz acts and a great night out.
21 locals recommend
Bennetts Lane Jazz Club
25 Bennetts LaneMelbourne's (and arguably one of the world's) best jazz club. Visit any night of the week for outstanding Jazz acts and a great night out.
The Princess Theatre plays host to some of the best Musicals in town and situated just across from the elegant Parliament House, it is the perfect setting for an Olde-Melbourne experience.
81 locals recommend
Princess Theatre
163 Spring StThe Princess Theatre plays host to some of the best Musicals in town and situated just across from the elegant Parliament House, it is the perfect setting for an Olde-Melbourne experience.
Everything Else
A huge open air market with something for everyone. Great (cheap) fresh food as well as clothes, toys etc. The Wednesday night market during the summer months is a must see!
957 locals recommend
Queen Victoria Market
Queen StreetA huge open air market with something for everyone. Great (cheap) fresh food as well as clothes, toys etc. The Wednesday night market during the summer months is a must see!
Federation Square really defines what makes modern Melbourne tick: Cutting-edge design, galleries, cafes, restaurants and more. It has become Melbourne's favourite gathering spot.
797 locals recommend
Federation Square
Federation Square really defines what makes modern Melbourne tick: Cutting-edge design, galleries, cafes, restaurants and more. It has become Melbourne's favourite gathering spot.
Food Scene
It is said that Pellegrini’s was the recipient of Melbourne’s first espresso machine back in 1954. This place is a Melbourne institution and led the way for a city’s obsession.
228 locals recommend
Charlie's Bar
71 Hardware LaneIt is said that Pellegrini’s was the recipient of Melbourne’s first espresso machine back in 1954. This place is a Melbourne institution and led the way for a city’s obsession.
Degraves Street is the epicentre of Melbourne’s cafe culture. Any of the cafes on this street are good, so grab a seat in the gutter on a sunny day and enjoy the buzzing atmosphere.
164 locals recommend
Degraves Street
Degraves StreetDegraves Street is the epicentre of Melbourne’s cafe culture. Any of the cafes on this street are good, so grab a seat in the gutter on a sunny day and enjoy the buzzing atmosphere.
Liason serves one of Melbourne's best, locally roasted, beans - Genvese. Intimate and modern setting with no fuss food.
Liaison Cafe
22 Ridgway PlLiason serves one of Melbourne's best, locally roasted, beans - Genvese. Intimate and modern setting with no fuss food.
There is oodles of choice in Chinatown. From dirt cheap dumpling houses to high-end Chinese fusion restaurants. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of this buzzing district.
464 locals recommend
Chinatown Precinct
35 Market LnThere is oodles of choice in Chinatown. From dirt cheap dumpling houses to high-end Chinese fusion restaurants. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of this buzzing district.
Delicious Vietnamese in a trendy setting. Miss Chu's should not be missed (pardon the pun)
21 locals recommend
misschu - Melbourne CBD
297 Exhibition StDelicious Vietnamese in a trendy setting. Miss Chu's should not be missed (pardon the pun)
Sightseeing
The majestic Royal Exhibition Building set in the Carlton Gardens is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It was built to host the World Exhibition 1880-1881 and later housed Australia's first Parliament.
189 locals recommend
Royal Exhibition Building
9 Nicholson StThe majestic Royal Exhibition Building set in the Carlton Gardens is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It was built to host the World Exhibition 1880-1881 and later housed Australia's first Parliament.