Melbourne 

Melbourne is a blend of bustling laneways, world-class restaurants and captivating museums. The locals love their coffee, and serve it up in abundance at cosy cafes. There's always a sense of excitement here – whether its in the city's fascinating flavours or fierce sporting rivalries. Attend a sports event, drink a cocktail on a rooftop and uncover the stories hidden within Melbourne's art-filled alleyways.

MElbourne in october 

Melbourne has a reputation for its changeable weather. A tip for any visitor is to be prepared for anything – wear layers that can be worn or removed as needed. The average temperature for Melbourne in October ranges from 10°C (minimum) to 20°C (maximum). A full range of weather may be experienced within a few days, from calm and sunny to cold, windy and showery.

               travel

Myki is your ticket to travel on trains, tram and buses in Melbourne and many parts of regional Victoria. You can top up your myki at hundreds of shops (including all 7-Eleven stores), myki machines, station ticket offices or online.

Up-to-date travel and ticket information can be found here: http://ptv.vic.gov.au/


arts & Culture

In Melbourne you'll discover a city buzzing with dynamic and cutting-edge arts and culture. Book seats for a show in the East End Theatre District, Melbourne's hub of historic theatres hosting world-class stage and musical productions. Head to the Southbank precinct – where the The Arts Centre, MTC, Malthouse, Recital Centre and the National Gallery of Victoria form Melbourne's beating cultural heart. At Federation Square, where art meets architecture, watch inspiring audio visual shows at ACMI, see the Aboriginal art collection at the Ian Potter Centre NGV, Bunjilaka Aboriginal Art Centre or catch a recital at The Edge theatre.

              dining 

Melbourne has a lively passion for social eating and drinking, which is reflected in the thousands of restaurants serving up gastronomic experiences from around the world. Everywhere you will uncover a vast array of fashionable cafes, where you can enjoy Melbourne's existential coffee and cafe culture to the fullest.

Dine at Attica, one of the world’s 50 best restaurants, and tuck into Ben Shewry’s unique tasting menu. Melbourne’s city laneways are home to popular restaurants, such as Tonka, hidden down the graffiti-covered Duckboard Place, and elegant Flower Drum on Market Lane. For the tastiest cheap eats, don't miss Hanoi Hannah's delicious Vietnamese street food or Fonda Mexican for tacos and burritos.

melbourne's laneways

The centre of Melbourne is threaded with cobbled laneways, which have become a mecca for coffee shops, cafés and unique shopping boutiques. Start at Flinders Street station, wander down Degraves Street, and explore the city’s beautiful arcades and street art around every corner - including works from England-based graffiti artist Banksy. Head down Collins Street to visit the exquisite Block Arcade then get your caffeine hit at pocket-sized Brother Baba Budan or Patricia, both on Little Bourke Street.