Backpack Melbourne

Destinations

City laneways

There's always something new to discover in Melbourne's hive of bustling, creative laneways with their boutiques, restaurants, cafes and bars.

Travel information

WiFi hotspots

Make the most of free WiFi in public spaces across Melbourne and Victoria. Pick up a current list of locations from Melbourne Visitors Centre.

Things to do

Aboriginal Victoria

Explore Aboriginal culture and heritage in Melbourne and surrounds. Take a heritage walk and visit cultural centres, galleries and museums.

Spectator sports

Australian Football

Check out Australian Football. Watch an AFL game at one of Melbourne's famous venues for the ultimate local sporting experience.

Outdoor activities

Action sports

Strap on a helmet and get out of your comfort zone in Victoria with adventures in rock climbing, caving, abseiling, or even jumping out of a plane.

Study

Study

Studying in Australia offers great value for money. Melbourne institutions are also recognised for their quality of teaching and high academic standards.

Travel information

Visas

You'll need a visa or Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before you travel to Australia, if you're not an Australian or New Zealand citizen.

Travel information

Volunteer

Victoria is a great place to do volunteer work. Choose from local projects that help furry or feathered mates or lend a hand in conservation projects.

Horse racing

Melbourne Cup Carnival

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,...

Plays & musicals

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Now playing

J.K Rowling's Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - the story continues on stage. The magic returns to Melbourne's Princess Theatre in 2021.

Exhibitions

Disney: The Magic of Animation

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...

Art & exhibitions

RISING

26 May - 06 Jun 2021

RISING is a surge of art, music, performance and ceremony in the heart of Melbourne.  Ambitious in scale and impact, RISING will begin on the evening of...

Exhibitions

French Impressionism from The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

04 Jun - 03 Oct 2021

In an international exclusive, the National Gallery of Victoria presents a major exhibition of more than 100 masterworks of French Impressionism in partnership...

Sports

Ampol State of Origin - Game I

09 Jun 2021

The Ampol State of Origin is back – kicking off Wednesday 9 June. Opening the series with a return to the MCG, Game II will then head to Suncorp Stadium...

Exhibitions

Treasures of the Natural World

12 Jun 2021 - 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...

Sports

Wallabies v France | Game 2

13 Jul 2021

Vive la Renaissance.Trophée des Bicentenaires is back up for grabs and your Wallabies are ready to defend it. The French are back on Australian soil for...

Plays & musicals

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

From 13 August

Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage in 2021, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza – Moulin Rouge! The Musical.