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7 Days in Melbourne: A Journey of Sights and Delights

Jasmin Sofia

Jasmin Sofia

6 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day adventure in Melbourne, VIC, Australia. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this cosmopolitan city.

Trip to Melbourne

Day 1Art, Food, and Underwater Wonders
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$68

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$ 4

Proper & Son
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
2 - 3 min

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South Melbourne Market
Lively indoor market with stalls for produce, meat & seafood & cafes serving global fare.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$38
8 - 12 min

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Soho Restaurant and Bar
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$18
9 - 14 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
Day 2History, Gardens, and Entertainment Extravaganza
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$54

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$ 4

Assembly
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$13
5 - 8 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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$19
8 - 12 min

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Sonido
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$22
6 - 9 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
16 - 20 min

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Crown Melbourne
Sprawling riverside entertainment complex with 3 hotels, spas & a casino, plus restaurants & bars.
4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Brunch, Markets, and Cultural Delights
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$26

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$ 7

Operator25
One of the best breakfast, lunch and brunch style restaurants in Melbourne | Speciality coffee shop | Menu is vegetarian, gluten-free and kids friendly.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
4 - 5 min

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Flagstaff Gardens
Spacious, tranquil park with landscaped gardens & sculptures, plus picnic & recreational facilities.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Queen Victoria Market
Longtime market selling food, clothing & more in a historic landmark spanning 2 city blocks.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Oli & Levi
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$12
4 - 5 min

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Chinatown Melbourne
Vibrant, historic neighborhood offering numerous Chinese eateries, shops & cultural events.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Fitzroy Gardens
Historic 26-hectare site in city centre with model Tudor village, tree-lined walking paths & cafes.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Bakeries, Museums, and Serene Gardens
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$42

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$ 7

Candied Bakery
An Aussie bakery with an American twist and a dash of European influence. Savour the unexpected at Candied Bakery.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
10 - 15 min

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Scienceworks (Museums Victoria)
Family-focused science & technology center featuring changing interactive exhibits & a planetarium.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$19
17 - 21 min

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The Kettle Black
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$14
6 - 9 min

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Shrine of Remembrance
Shrine commemorating Australian wartime service with memorials, exhibitions & gardens.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 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.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Brighton Bathing Boxes
Iconic & much-photographed group of 96 brightly coloured wooden beach huts from the early 1900s.
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Breakfast Delights, Thrilling Rides, and Sporting Glory
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$70

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$ 4

Harper's Kitchen
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$11
10 - 15 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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$50
14 - 17 min

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Hard Pressed Coffee
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$9
8 - 12 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.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Day 6Exotic Dining, Wildlife Encounters, and Relaxation
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$113

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$ 4

Meerkat Bistro
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
1 - 2 min

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Werribee Open Range Zoo
Family-friendly zoo for viewing African giraffes & zebras on safari tours, plus casual dining.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$38
94 - 113 min

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Pebbles Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$11
32 - 48 min

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Peninsula Hot Springs
Hot springs & day spa with offerings such as private pavilions, moonlit bathing & massages.
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$50
Day 7Coffee, Nature, and Wildlife Sanctuary
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$64

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$ 7

Brew'd Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$11
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.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
48 - 58 min

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Spinner's Souvlaki Bar and Grill
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$15
7 - 9 min

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Healesville Sanctuary
Zoo dedicated to Australian wildlife offering indoor & outdoor playgrounds, plus cafes & shops.
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$38

Budget breakdown: $466 In total

Activities & Food:$435
Transport:$31