Set on the shores of picturesque Port Phillip Bay, the southern-most city of mainland Australia is rich in aesthetics, with its beauty enhanced by the meandering Yarra River, immaculate parks and gardens, public art, classical buildings and innovative design.
Melbourne’s charm is characterised by its enchanting laneways, stunning waterfront precincts and trendy neighbourhoods, and provides an endless choice of shopping hot spots and culturally-diverse, award-winning restaurants, cafés and bars in weird and wonderful locations. There are plenty of things to do in Melbourne. Easily navigated on foot, the city’s confidence and success are infectious; whether closing a deal or relaxing with colleagues and new friends, Melbourne is the perfect destination.
Albert Park Only three kilometres from the heart of the city, Albert Park is popular for a range of activities like dog walking, jogging, cycling, sailing and rowing. Apart from the lake itself, other attractions include sporting facilities, ovals, playgrounds, restaurants and a five kilometres of walking and running track.
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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.
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Docklands A short 13 min Uber/Taxi ride away from Pullman Melbourne Albert Park is Docklands. The area is filled with a mixture of the arts, an open air shopping precinct, restaurants and the opportunity to see a 360° view of the city on the Melbourne Star observation wheel.
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Federation Square The heart of it all. Federation Square is home to major cultural attractions, world-class events, tourism experiences and a vast array of restaurants, cuisines, bars, and specialty stores. This modern piazza has become the city's meeting place.
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Queen Victoria Market Melbourne's iconic Queen Vic Market turns 140 years old this year, and is the largest open-air market in the southern hemisphere. Home to over 600 small businesses, discover a variety of clothing, jewellery and souvenirs and revel in the atmosphere of this heritage listed marketplace.
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Eureka Skydeck 88 Eureka Skydeck 88 is Melbourne's must see attraction. Two dedicated lifts propel visitors to level 88 in under 40 seconds. Only Skydeck 88 can take you to The Edge, a switchable glass cube which slides out from the building, with you inside. Truly experience Melbourne's beauty from the highest point of the city.
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Melbourne, Australia’s unrivalled capital of sport, culture, entertainment and style, is one of the world’s premier meeting and convention destinations. Discover more and start planning your visit to Melbourne today.
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