DISCOVER MELBOURNE

Melbourne's a lot of things, almost too many to list. And that’s the secret. You never visit Melbourne for just one thing – you visit for as many different things as you can jam into your time. As host of more than 8000 festivals, exhibitions and events every year, Melbourne is well known as the events capital of Australia. From arts festivals, live music and exhibitions to blockbuster theatre shows, sport and kid’s activities, there is something for everyone. Spend time in the city centre and you'll discover pockets of busy, chilled, bohemian, architectural and accidentally cool spaces to explore. Find art galleries, bars and restaurants – upstairs and down laneways. Stumble upon indie fashion boutiques, artisan workshops, and street artists at work. Head to the market in South Melbourne, or take your beach towel to bayside St Kilda and Port Melbourne.