Not sure where to go for your Round the World trip? We have put together comprehensive guides to our most popular destinations including information on specific areas, tips on how to get around, sightseeing options and even climate and weather details. Be inspired by fellow travellers stories in our Travel Journals section, or for more information on a particular destination, please contact our Round the World Experts on 0870 499 0120.
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Areas of Melbourne
Bourke Street: Bourke Street Mall and tree-lined Collins Street, the ultimate shopping strip and business center.
South Bank: Southbank is the area that stretches along the southern bank of the Yarra River. It starts the moment you cross Princes Bridge, turn left and walk down the steps to the river. Southbank was once an old and neglected area, mostly industrial, which has recently been rejuvenated as the heartbeat of the central city area.
Docklands: For years the Docklands precinct sat on the western edge of the inner city as a wasteland of old docks, piers and disused sheds. It is now being turned into a thriving residential, shopping, entertainment and cafe precinct.
Crown: Crown EC is a gathering of shops, cafes, restaurants, Accommodation courts, cinemas, live shows, music venues and a casino all under one huge roof. Situated in the Southbank precinct, the Crown complex dominates the Yarra River. There are 17 bars, 35 restaurants and cafes and lots of speciality shops located inside the complex.
St Kilda: is a remarkable place. It is situated on one of the most picturesque points of the Bay a short distance from the city and has safe sandy beaches.
Getting there and around
Melbourne Airport is located 15 miles (25km) from Melbourne to the north of the city.
Good public transport system: An efficient public transport system, known as The Met, is an integrated service utilising trams, trains and buses, with standard fares. The best way to see the city and central suburbs is by tram, a fast, cheap and convenient system. Taxis, highly visible in bright yellow, are numerous but expensive.
Sightseeing Ideas
Melbourne Observation Deck: The Melbourne Observation Deck is located on level 55 of the famous Rialto Towers, which is the tallest office building in the Southern Hemisphere at the height of 232 meters. The Observation Deck is located in the city center and offers breath-taking 360-degrees views of Melbourne and surrounds.
Westgate Bridge Cross: The Westgate Bridge for amazing views of the city skyline as well as scenic suburbs and Albert Park, site of the Melbourne Grand Prix.
Sporting: See the world-renowned sporting arenas, including the Melbourne Cricket Ground and Melbourne Park (home of the Australian Tennis Open).
Winery: One of Australia's best winery regions, the Yarra Valley. Renowned for its quality wines, specialty foods and breathtaking scenery is the perfect place to enjoy a day away from the city.
Top tips
Lunch or Dinner? Sit back and relax and watch the streets of Melbourne go by as you enjoy lunch or dinner aboard the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant. Drink the very best of Australian wines and enjoy fine cuisine whilst traveling around Melbourne city in a converted 1927 tram.
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