Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Discover

Explore Melbourne for the latest culture, food, sport and entertainment. From hidden laneways to blockbuster events, there's always something new on show.

BBC Earth Experience, Melbourne, Victoria

Melbourne summer events

What's on

From world-famous stage shows and fashion extravaganzas to iconic sporting events, summer in Melbourne is all about excitement.

Dine a little differently in Melbourne

Every bit different

If you're bored of the norm and want to dine a little differently, here are nine of Melbourne's most unique eateries.

What's new in Melbourne and Victoria

Melbourne

There's always somewhere new to discover in Melbourne. Uncover Melbourne’s revolving carnival of new bars and eateries, pop-ups and rebooted classics.

Top food and wine experiences in Melbourne

Food & wine

From cafes to bars, get a tasty snapshot of Melbourne's dining and drinking: dig in for hidden bars, seriously good coffee and excellent wine.

What's on

Victoria

Life's worth celebrating in Victoria. A packed calendar of events ensures there's a party in every corner of the state, whenever you visit.

...Ready for it? Plan the ultimate Swifty experience

Itineraries

Miss Americana is coming to Melbourne, so get your shimmer on and plan the ultimate getaway around Tay Tay's can't miss Era's tour.

Melbourne summer events

What's on

From world-famous stage shows and fashion extravaganzas to iconic sporting events, summer in Melbourne is all about excitement.

Dine a little differently in Melbourne

Every bit different

If you're bored of the norm and want to dine a little differently, here are nine of Melbourne's most unique eateries.

What's new in Melbourne and Victoria

Melbourne

There's always somewhere new to discover in Melbourne. Uncover Melbourne’s revolving carnival of new bars and eateries, pop-ups and rebooted classics.

Top food and wine experiences in Melbourne

Food & wine

From cafes to bars, get a tasty snapshot of Melbourne's dining and drinking: dig in for hidden bars, seriously good coffee and excellent wine.

What's on

Victoria

Life's worth celebrating in Victoria. A packed calendar of events ensures there's a party in every corner of the state, whenever you visit.

...Ready for it? Plan the ultimate Swifty experience

Itineraries

Miss Americana is coming to Melbourne, so get your shimmer on and plan the ultimate getaway around Tay Tay's can't miss Era's tour.

Don't miss

Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024

Titanic The Artefact Exhibition Melbourne Museum

Melbourne drinks & dining

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HER Melbourne

Bars

HER is an entire building dedicated to the things Melbourne loves – modern classic food, sophisticated drinks, art, design, and music. From HQ Group (Arbory...

Tres a Cinco

Bars

Frank Camorra of Movida fame lures your tastebuds to Mexico for top-notch tacos, tequila and ceviche. Salud!

Pawa Cafe & Bar

Cafes & bakeries

Located along Southbank, in Arts Centre Melbourne's Hamer Hall Riverside Bar. With perfect views of the river, enjoy a cold display of sweet and savoury...

Terrace Bar at Victoria by Farmer's Daughters

Bars

The Terrace Bar brings the highest quality, locally sourced craft beer, wines and spirits to Federation Square. Located alongside Victoria by Farmer's...

Afloat Melbourne

Restaurants

Afloat is a floating restaurant and bar and seasonal entertainment precinct located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. An ever-evolving hospitality venture,...

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Big Esso by Mabu Mabu

Restaurants

Big Esso is an all-day bar and kitchen run by Torres Strait Islander chef Nornie Bero. Located in the heart of Fed Square, Big Esso is a celebration of...

Beverly

Restaurants

Sitting above Chapel Street, Beverly presents panoramic views of Melbourne. Drawing inspiration from Southern California, infusing it with a contemporary...

Lona Misa

Restaurants

A rebellious renaissance from root to stem.Enter a timeless scene with Latin loved persuasions to revel amongst friends, to siesta, or simply sit and pass...

Blossom Rooftop Bar

Bars

Blossom Rooftop Bar is Melbourne CBD's newest and highest rooftop bar. With a stunning industrial interior, adorned with artwork by acclaimed artist Lisa...

HER Melbourne

Bars

HER is an entire building dedicated to the things Melbourne loves – modern classic food, sophisticated drinks, art, design, and music. From HQ Group (Arbory...

Tres a Cinco

Bars

Frank Camorra of Movida fame lures your tastebuds to Mexico for top-notch tacos, tequila and ceviche. Salud!

Pawa Cafe & Bar

Cafes & bakeries

Located along Southbank, in Arts Centre Melbourne's Hamer Hall Riverside Bar. With perfect views of the river, enjoy a cold display of sweet and savoury...

Terrace Bar at Victoria by Farmer's Daughters

Bars

The Terrace Bar brings the highest quality, locally sourced craft beer, wines and spirits to Federation Square. Located alongside Victoria by Farmer's...

Afloat Melbourne

Restaurants

Afloat is a floating restaurant and bar and seasonal entertainment precinct located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. An ever-evolving hospitality venture,...

Big Esso by Mabu Mabu

Restaurants

Big Esso is an all-day bar and kitchen run by Torres Strait Islander chef Nornie Bero. Located in the heart of Fed Square, Big Esso is a celebration of...

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4 coloured balloons over the Melbourne CBD

Global Ballooning Australia

Tour operator

From the MCG and the Eureka Tower to the Yarra River – watch the sun come up over Melbourne's iconic attractions on a balloon flight over the city.

Explore Australia

Tour operator

Explore Australia Tour provides high-quality experiences whilst discovering the hidden gems of regional Victoria. Their tours have been designed to incorporate...

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Koorie Heritage Trust - Aboriginal Walking Tours

Tour operator

Discover Aboriginal Victoria on one of the Koorie Heritage Trust’s Aboriginal Walking Tours in the heart of Melbourne.The tours offer an insight into the...

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens Tours

Tour operator

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Gardens has been a treasured part of Melbourne’s cultural life for more than 165 years - much loved by generations...

Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade

History & heritage

An icon of Melbourne’s history opens its doors to a unique view unseen for 100 years.With its origins steeped in history, the Royal Exhibition Building...

Lanes, Arcades Chocolate and Dessert Walking Tour

Food & wine tours

This walking tour is our premium experience for food lovers and sweet tooths alike. A delicious opportunity to uncover some of the finest couverture chocolate...

Coffee Lovers Walk Tour

Walking tours

If you like coffee, then Walk Melbourne Tours has the tour for you.Discover Melbourne while enjoying the four best hand picked coffee venues, all having...

Global Ballooning Australia

Tour operator

From the MCG and the Eureka Tower to the Yarra River – watch the sun come up over Melbourne's iconic attractions on a balloon flight over the city.

Explore Australia

Tour operator

Explore Australia Tour provides high-quality experiences whilst discovering the hidden gems of regional Victoria. Their tours have been designed to incorporate...

Koorie Heritage Trust - Aboriginal Walking Tours

Tour operator

Discover Aboriginal Victoria on one of the Koorie Heritage Trust’s Aboriginal Walking Tours in the heart of Melbourne.The tours offer an insight into the...

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens Tours

Tour operator

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Gardens has been a treasured part of Melbourne’s cultural life for more than 165 years - much loved by generations...

Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade

History & heritage

An icon of Melbourne’s history opens its doors to a unique view unseen for 100 years.With its origins steeped in history, the Royal Exhibition Building...

Lanes, Arcades Chocolate and Dessert Walking Tour

Food & wine tours

This walking tour is our premium experience for food lovers and sweet tooths alike. A delicious opportunity to uncover some of the finest couverture chocolate...

See the best of Melbourne year-round

Melbourne in summer

Seasons

In Melbourne this summer, city venues and neighbourhood joints are open over the holidays, so you can keep exploring, day and night.

Royal Exhibition Building, Melbourne, Victoria

Melbourne in autumn

Seasons

Melbourne in autumn is awash with bold colours and unmissable events, from stage shows to fashion and comedy festivals, laneway eats to cosy pubs.

Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne, Victoria

Melbourne in winter

Seasons

From epic stage shows and the hallowed turf of the MCG, to boutique shops and cosy pubs, this is everything to eat, see and do in Melbourne this winter.

Johnny's Green Room, Melbourne, Victoria

Melbourne in spring

Seasons

Celebrate the best of Melbourne in spring from parkside picnics in botanical gardens to leisurely lunches in leafy laneways.

Melbourne in summer

Seasons

In Melbourne this summer, city venues and neighbourhood joints are open over the holidays, so you can keep exploring, day and night.

Melbourne in autumn

Seasons

Melbourne in autumn is awash with bold colours and unmissable events, from stage shows to fashion and comedy festivals, laneway eats to cosy pubs.

Melbourne in winter

Seasons

From epic stage shows and the hallowed turf of the MCG, to boutique shops and cosy pubs, this is everything to eat, see and do in Melbourne this winter.

Melbourne in spring

Seasons

Celebrate the best of Melbourne in spring from parkside picnics in botanical gardens to leisurely lunches in leafy laneways.

Melbourne in summer

Seasons

In Melbourne this summer, city venues and neighbourhood joints are open over the holidays, so you can keep exploring, day and night.

Melbourne in autumn

Seasons

Melbourne in autumn is awash with bold colours and unmissable events, from stage shows to fashion and comedy festivals, laneway eats to cosy pubs.

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W Melbourne

Hotels

Melbourne’s first luxury lifestyle hotel with its rebellious Flinders Lane address, W Melbourne takes its design cues from the streets of Australia’s cultural...

Adelphi Hotel

Hotels

Quietly delighting guests with vibrant design, lavish material and an obsessive attention to detail, Adelphi has now become an institution on Melbourne’s...

Lancemore Crossley St. Melbourne

Hotels

Crossley Street is the pinnacle of Melbournian culture, centrally located between the Paris end of Bourke Street, East End Theatre District, restaurants...

The Motley Hotel Richmond

Hotels

The Motley Hotel is located right at the heart of historic Bridge Road. This beautifully curated Richmond boutique hotel offers 80 stylish rooms, rising...

The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

Hotels

Presenting breathtaking panoramic views across the city and surrounds, The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne is an expression of timeless and distinct luxury. Designed...

Le Méridien Melbourne

Hotels

Le Méridien Melbourne was designed to help you slow down, connect and savour the good life. With its prime location at 20 Bourke St, the new hotel is ideally...

W Melbourne

Hotels

Melbourne’s first luxury lifestyle hotel with its rebellious Flinders Lane address, W Melbourne takes its design cues from the streets of Australia’s cultural...

Adelphi Hotel

Hotels

Quietly delighting guests with vibrant design, lavish material and an obsessive attention to detail, Adelphi has now become an institution on Melbourne’s...

Lancemore Crossley St. Melbourne

Hotels

Crossley Street is the pinnacle of Melbournian culture, centrally located between the Paris end of Bourke Street, East End Theatre District, restaurants...

The Motley Hotel Richmond

Hotels

The Motley Hotel is located right at the heart of historic Bridge Road. This beautifully curated Richmond boutique hotel offers 80 stylish rooms, rising...

The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

Hotels

Presenting breathtaking panoramic views across the city and surrounds, The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne is an expression of timeless and distinct luxury. Designed...

Le Méridien Melbourne

Hotels

Le Méridien Melbourne was designed to help you slow down, connect and savour the good life. With its prime location at 20 Bourke St, the new hotel is ideally...