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Must-sees and dos

  • Voted the coffee capital of the world, make sure to find a trendy coffee shop in one of Melbourne’s many laneways
  • Football or cricket match at the MCG
  • Mornington Peninsula only 1.5 hours drive from Melbourne
  • Road trip the Great Ocean Road

Good to know quick facts

  • Population: 5 million
  • Capital: Melbourne
  • Local Food: Visit the Queen Victoria Markets for fresh fruit, vegetables and local gourmet foods
  • Best time to visit: November – April for best weather, events and attractions. June – August if you are looking for the ski season.
  • Events not to be missed: Australian Open in January, Grand Prix in March