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10 Days in Melbourne: A Journey of Discovery

Purvi Gupta

Purvi Gupta

19 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Melbourne's vibrant streets, iconic landmarks, and hidden gems. Immerse yourself in the city's rich history, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and get up close with fascinating wildlife. Join us as we explore Melbourne's ancient marvels and create unforgettable memories.

Trip to Melbourne

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Melbourne's Past
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$183

Royal Exhibition Building
Landmark 19th-century exhibition centre, topped with a dome, and set amid landscaped gardens.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Old Melbourne Gaol
Now a museum with self & guided tours, this storied tri-level jail once housed notorious inmates.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$75
4 - 6 min

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The Moat Bar & Cafe
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$50
1 - 2 min

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State Library Victoria
State landmark opened in 1856, spanning one city block & featuring a grand reading room.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Guzman Y Gomez
Our passion is creating delicious Mexican food with real ingredients!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$58
Day 2Dive into an Underwater Wonderland and Architectural Marvels
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$298

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$ 19

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Interactive multilevel aquarium housing 10,000+ animals, including sharks & saltwater crocodiles.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$75
12 - 18 min

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St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne
Neo-Gothic cathedral, consecrated in 1891, with twin spires and stained-glass processional doors.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$76
6 - 8 min

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Melbourne Zoo
Modelled on London Zoo, this family-friendly establishment has animals from all around the world.
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$75
7 - 9 min

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Tom Phat
Tom Phat embraces our passion for eating and exploring. Our cooking is simply an interpretation of the food and flavours we love best - Asian.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72
Day 3Immerse Yourself in Culture and Culinary Delights
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$144

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$ 19

Melbourne Museum
Modern building of an institution founded in 1854 containing dinosaur and regional history exhibits.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
9 - 11 min

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ACMI
Noteworthy institution celebrating film, television and gaming with exhibits, screenings and events.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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KUU Café + Japanese kitchen
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$50
15 - 22 min

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Shrine of Remembrance
Shrine commemorating Australian wartime service with memorials, exhibitions & gardens.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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The Ambitious Act
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Day 4Indulge in Luxury and Uncover Local Treasures
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$136

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$ 7

Crown Melbourne
Sprawling riverside entertainment complex with 3 hotels, spas & a casino, plus restaurants & bars.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$68
4 - 5 min

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Queen Victoria Market
Longtime market selling food, clothing & more in a historic landmark spanning 2 city blocks.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Little Africa
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$68
Day 5Beach Bliss and Wildlife Encounters
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$209

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$ 25

Brighton Bathing Boxes
Iconic & much-photographed group of 96 brightly coloured wooden beach huts from the early 1900s.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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St Kilda Pier
Pier with walking track & picnic facilities offering Melbourne skyline & Port Phillip Bay views.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
41 - 50 min

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Werribee Open Range Zoo
Family-friendly zoo for viewing African giraffes & zebras on safari tours, plus casual dining.
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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$75
9 - 11 min

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Nando's
Nando's is famous for its Portuguese flame-grilled,butterfly-cut chicken,which is marinated for 24-hours before being basted and cooked in Nando's famous PERi-PERi sauce!
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$72
9 - 11 min

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Guzman Y Gomez
Our passion is creating delicious Mexican food with real ingredients!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$62
Day 6Unleash Your Inner Scientist and Thrill Seeker
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$262

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$ 7

Scienceworks (Museums Victoria)
Family-focused science & technology center featuring changing interactive exhibits & a planetarium.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
25 - 30 min

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Luna Park Melbourne
Enduring amusement park known for its perimeter roller coaster and giant, ornate carousel.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$100
4 - 5 min

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Sister of Soul
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$52
3 - 4 min

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Good Love
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72
Day 7Stroll Through Gardens, Sports, and Art
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$126

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$ 7

Fitzroy Gardens
Historic 26-hectare site in city centre with model Tudor village, tree-lined walking paths & cafes.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 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.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Chocolate Buddha
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$60
7 - 10 min

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National Gallery of Victoria
Public gallery with vast, varied collection of noted Australian and international art and artefacts.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Soho Restaurant and Bar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$66
Day 8Nature's Oasis and Exotic Flavors
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$191

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$ 19

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
36-hectare botanic garden founded in 1846, planted with Australian species and non-native gardens.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
55 - 66 min

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Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
At this 25-acre zoo, visitors can view rare & endangered Australian animals by day & night.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$75
10 - 12 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$68
6 - 8 min

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Terry's Wok & Pizza
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$48
Day 9Botanical Beauty and Family Fun
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$205

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$ 19

Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden
36-hectare garden with extensive paths past diverse plants, trees & water features, plus a cafe.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
37 - 45 min

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LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Melbourne
Destination for Lego-themed rides, kids' play areas & interactive building zones, plus a cinema.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$75
7 - 9 min

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Shyun
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$68
9 - 11 min

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Nachos Mexican Cantina
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$62
Day 10Steam Train Adventures and Serene Escapes
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$201

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$ 13

Puffing Billy Railway
Historic 1900 steam train with open-air carriages & routes within the scenic Dandenong Ranges.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$63
8 - 10 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$66
12 - 17 min

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Dandenong Ranges National Park
This scenic forested area filled with birds offers multi-use trails, picnic areas & a playground.
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Nevedya
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$72

Budget breakdown: $2082 In total

Activities & Food:$1954
Transport:$129