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9 Days in Melbourne: A Journey of Food and Adventure

Victoria Obeid

Victoria Obeid

8 Jan 2024

Embark on a 9-day adventure in Melbourne, exploring its vibrant food scene and iconic attractions. From Vietnamese street food to Italian cuisine, wildlife sanctuaries to stunning gardens, this itinerary has it all. Join us as we uncover the hidden gems and indulge in the flavors of Melbourne.

Trip to Melbourne

Day 1Street Food Delights and Historic Landmarks
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$620

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$ 19

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$132
4 - 5 min

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Puffing Billy Railway
Historic 1900 steam train with open-air carriages & routes within the scenic Dandenong Ranges.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$188
43 - 52 min

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Tempura Hajime
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$150
8 - 11 min

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Shrine of Remembrance
Shrine commemorating Australian wartime service with memorials, exhibitions & gardens.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Ayam Chef
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$150
Day 2Italian Feast and Nature's Retreat
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$564

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$ 74

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$120
4 - 5 min

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Dandenong Ranges National Park
This scenic forested area filled with birds offers multi-use trails, picnic areas & a playground.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
39 - 47 min

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Cumulus
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$228
3 - 4 min

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Melbourne Cricket Ground
Home of Australian football and the National Sports Museum, also serving as a music venue and more.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Kenzan Japanese Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$216
Day 3Cafes, Gardens, and Exquisite Dining
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$693

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$ 74

Cherry Tree Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$150
7 - 9 min

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Healesville Sanctuary
Zoo dedicated to Australian wildlife offering indoor & outdoor playgrounds, plus cafes & shops.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$225
64 - 77 min

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Ayam Chef
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$150
5 - 6 min

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Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
36-hectare botanic garden founded in 1846, planted with Australian species and non-native gardens.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Bar Carolina
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$168
Day 4Art, Parks, and Waterfront Bliss
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$558

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$ 19

Jardin Tan
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$150
16 - 23 min

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Melbourne Park
Mixed sports facility hosting one of tennis' 4 annual majors and a wide variety of indoor sports.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Waterfront
Bistro Style Seafood & Raw Bar
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$204
6 - 9 min

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National Gallery of Victoria
Public gallery with vast, varied collection of noted Australian and international art and artefacts.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Pure South
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$204
Day 5Soulful Eateries and Aquatic Wonders
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$1083

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$ 37

Sister of Soul
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$156
4 - 6 min

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Luna Park Melbourne
Enduring amusement park known for its perimeter roller coaster and giant, ornate carousel.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$300
12 - 15 min

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Claypots Evening Star
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$216
2 - 3 min

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South Melbourne Market
Lively indoor market with stalls for produce, meat & seafood & cafes serving global fare.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Interactive multilevel aquarium housing 10,000+ animals, including sharks & saltwater crocodiles.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$225
11 - 16 min

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Rosetta
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$186
Day 6Museums, Gardens, and Urban Escapes
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$635

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$ 19

Cafe Notturno
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$150
8 - 11 min

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Melbourne Museum
Modern building of an institution founded in 1854 containing dinosaur and regional history exhibits.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$113
5 - 8 min

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Epocha
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$156
5 - 8 min

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Carlton Gardens
Landscaped Victorian-era park now containing the Royal Exhibition Building and Melbourne Museum.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Flagstaff Gardens
Spacious, tranquil park with landscaped gardens & sculptures, plus picnic & recreational facilities.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Operator25
One of the best breakfast, lunch and brunch style restaurants in Melbourne | Speciality coffee shop | Menu is vegetarian, gluten-free and kids friendly.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$216
Day 7Culinary Delights and Serene Gardens
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$528

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$ 19

Mesh
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$150
8 - 12 min

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Crown Melbourne
Sprawling riverside entertainment complex with 3 hotels, spas & a casino, plus restaurants & bars.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Mamasita
In an increasingly more educated culture, inspired by foreign travel and the experience of fast and freash international staple foods, Mamasita is the forward thinking answer to the emerging popularity and awareness of authentic / modern Mexican food and beverage in Australia.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$180
7 - 10 min

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Fitzroy Gardens
Historic 26-hectare site in city centre with model Tudor village, tree-lined walking paths & cafes.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Bar Lourinha
Bar dining at Lourinhã is where you can share plates of fine food, cocktails and great wine. We are open from Monday to Saturday.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$198

Budget breakdown: $4937 In total

Activities & Food:$4680
Transport:$257