Travel guide · Australia
Melbourne: what to see and when to go
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital, a city of laneways, serious coffee, street art, sport and great food. It is also the starting point for the Great Ocean Road and the wineries of the Yarra Valley.
What to see and do in Melbourne
The laneways
The street art of Hosier Lane and cafés tucked into narrow alleys.
Queen Victoria Market
A historic market for produce, food stalls and souvenirs.
Federation Square and the NGV
Galleries and the cultural heart of the city.
St Kilda
The beach, the pier and little penguins coming ashore at dusk.
Great Ocean Road
Coastal cliffs and the Twelve Apostles rock stacks.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Dec – May.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 22 hr, 15 min | ≈ €820 · See flights |
| New York | 22 hr | ≈ €810 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 17 hr | ≈ €690 · See flights |
| Dubai | 15 hr, 30 min | ≈ €660 · See flights |
| Singapore | 8 hr, 15 min | ≈ €490 · See flights |
| Sydney | 1 hr, 30 min | ≈ €90 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €1,160 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Australia
- Currency
- Australian Dollar
- Good for
- food · city · culture · nightlife
- How long to stay
- 3–4 days
- Where to stay
- The CBD or Southbank for convenience; Fitzroy or Collingwood for character.Find a place to stay in Melbourne
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Melbourne and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Dec – May. Average highs range from 13° in June to 26° in January.
How many days do you need in Melbourne?
3 to 4 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Melbourne cost?
Accommodation runs at around €110 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €1,160 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 22 hr, 15 min.
Where should you stay in Melbourne?
The CBD or Southbank for convenience; Fitzroy or Collingwood for character.
