Melbourne
Things to do
Federation Square, Melbourne. Photo: Greg Elms.
Top picks
Koorie Heritage Trust
Arts & culture
Discover Aboriginal Victoria at the Koorie Heritage Trust. Be inspired by the rich and complex history of the world’s oldest continuous living culture...
Werribee Open Range Zoo
Wildlife, zoos & farms
Join a wildlife safari, Melbourne style, and spot rhinos, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and monkeys as they roam freely through the grounds of the zoo.
State Library Victoria
Literature
Leaf through tomes and browse exhibitions in the Domed Reading Room at this grand library and enjoy the great program of events for kids and adults.
Werribee Park and Mansion
History & heritage
Smell the roses - all 5000 varieties - in the magnificent grounds of the Victoria's largest private residence, pausing to admire the pastoral style.
Shrine of Remembrance
Architecture & design
An iconic landmark honouring the service of Australian men and women in war and peacekeeping. The visitor centre hosts exhibitions and events.
Brighton Bathing Boxes
Heritage buildings
Dive into Port Phillip Bay under the watch of 82 distinctive bathing boxes, a row of instantly recognisable wooden huts lining Brighton Beach.
Eureka Skydeck 88
Architecture & design
Teeter on The Edge, a switchable glass cube that slides you out from the building's 88th floor for unsurpassed views of Melbourne and far beyond.
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Gardens
Parks & gardens
Breathe deep and fill your lungs with the goodness of the freshest air from the heart of Melbourne's city centre at the Royal Botanic Gardens.
The Australian Music Vault
Museums
The Australian Music Vault is a free exhibition showcasing the Australian music story, interactive and digital experiences, iconic objects from the Australian...
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Wildlife, zoos & farms
Dive deep to discover life beneath the Southern Ocean; walk under tunnels filled with sharks and rays, or ride a simulated underwater rollercoaster.
Lamington Drive
Art galleries
Expect to see some eclectic art and design at this exceptional gallery space in Collingwood, run by the creative crew at the Jacky Winter Group.
St Kilda Pier
Heritage buildings
Providing panoramic views of the Melbourne skyline and Port Phillip Bay, the pier is a popular destination for strolling, cycling, rollerblading and fishing...
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2021 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
Sports
Until 24 Sep 2021
Grab your scarf and beanie and get down to an AFL game, where hot pies, cold drinks and plenty of noise awaits.
69th Melbourne International Film Festival
Film festivals
05 - 22 Aug 2021
The Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) returns 5-22 August in cinemas and online.
Disney: The Magic of Animation
Exhibitions
Until 17 Oct 2021
Discover the creativity and innovation of almost 100 years of Disney Animation in ACMI's latest Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition. Shown in Australia...
Melbourne Cup Carnival
Horse racing
30 Oct - 06 Nov 2021
Be part of Australia’s most loved and iconic world-class event, the Melbourne Cup Carnival. Experience this incredible event that combines sport, entertainment,...
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Plays & musicals
From August
Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage in 2021, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza – Moulin Rouge! The Musical.
The Story of the Moving Image
Exhibitions
Until 19 Jul 2022
Journey through the past, present and future of the moving image through interactive experiences, digital innovation and captivating stories in this unforgettable...
Treasures of the Natural World
Exhibitions
Until 16 Jan 2022
The world’s biggest, rarest, oldest and most fascinating treasures are landing at Melbourne Museum, all the way from London, for the whole family to enjoy...