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Fitzroy on Brunswick Street
Fitzroy on Brunswick Street Where the CBD's grid loosens its tie. Victorian terraces with iron lacework balconies and paint jobs ranging from heritage-faithf...
Off the Radar: Melbourne Spots Only Locals Know
Every city has its well-known attractions, but the real magic of Melbourne lies in the places and experiences that don't make it into the guidebooks. After y...
The Twelve Apostles in Winter
The Twelve Apostles in Winter Not twelve. Eight, maybe seven — the Southern Ocean is slowly dismantling them. Limestone sea stacks off Port Campbell National...
The State Library of Victoria's Reading Room
The State Library of Victoria's Reading Room The La Trobe Reading Room. Octagonal, 34 meters across, dome rising to an oculus through which Melbourne's varia...
Upcoming Events in Melbourne
Here are the top events and happenings in Melbourne, Australia for the upcoming season. From annual festivals to sports, concerts, and cultural celebrations ...
Fitzroy's Laneways Change Overnight
Fitzroy's Laneways Change Overnight Melbourne's original inner-city suburb. Victorian terraces, converted warehouses, Brunswick Street connecting creative im...
The Twelve Apostles From the Clifftop
The Twelve Apostles From the Clifftop Eight limestone stacks (not twelve — the ocean is patient, limestone is not) standing in the Southern Ocean off Port Ca...
Melbourne Dining Guide: Where the Locals Eat
Melbourne, Australia has a dining scene that reflects the soul of the city. From beloved institutions to exciting new arrivals, here are six restaurants you ...
The NGV: Lie on the Floor and Look Up
The NGV: Lie on the Floor and Look Up 180 St Kilda Road. Australia's oldest and largest art gallery. The entrance is a glass wall of water — a continuous she...
Olinda Falls in the Dandenongs
Olinda Falls in the Dandenongs An hour east of Melbourne in the Dandenong Ranges. The walk to Olinda Falls is short — about 2km round trip through mountain a...
Top 10 Things To Do in Melbourne
Whether you're visiting Melbourne, Australia for the first time or looking for something new to do this weekend, here are our picks for the ten best experien...
The State Library: Melbourne's Second Reading Room
The State Library: Melbourne's Second Reading Room If you've already seen the La Trobe Reading Room and need more reasons to visit the State Library of Victo...
Welcome to visitmelbourne.chat
Welcome to visitmelbourne.chat — your go-to local guide for everything happening in Melbourne, Australia! Whether you're a lifelong resident, a recent transp...
Melbourne Laneway Bars Are the City's Trick
Melbourne Laneway Bars Are the City's Trick Melbourne's nightlife signature is the laneway bar — small rooms hidden in alleys with no signage. 1806, Eau de V...
Melbourne's Adult Venues Are Regulated Under Sex Work Reform Laws
Melbourne's Adult Venues Are Regulated Under Sex Work Reform Laws Victoria recently moved to a decriminalized framework for sex work (Sex Work Decriminalisat...
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Marks 40 Years
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Marks 40 Years The world's third-largest comedy festival is in its final week — and its biggest year ever. The Melbou...
Lily Allen Books Two Nights at Rod Laver Arena in October
Lily Allen Books Two Nights at Rod Laver Arena in October British pop's sharpest voice is returning to Melbourne for the first time in more than a decade. Li...
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