Melbourne is a city that knows how to live, offering a choice of high-end cuisine to energetic rock gigs, plays, festivals and sporting events. It is the second most populous city in Australia and is the capital city of the Victoria state, but despite being a city, Melbourne still offers a host of parks, gardens and historic architecture to visitors. With so much to see, holidaymakers and travellers often don't get to see all of the attractions, but here we take a look at the must-see ones in and around Melbourne.
Eureka Skydeck 88
Nothing like you would have seen before, Melbourne's Eureka Skydeck 88 offers jaw dropping views from the highest viewing platform in the Southern Hemisphere. Two lifts thrust visitors to level 88 in under an incredible 40 seconds, and only Skydeck 88 can take you to "The Edge", a glass tube that slides out from the building with you inside! The building not only offers spectacular views to visitors; they can also discover a number of activities and facts about the city and the building. Located in the Southbank region of the city, visitors will be awed by the phenomenal views of Melbourne and beyond.
Great Ocean Road
When visiting Melbourne you have to go to the Great Ocean Road, which is a popular destination for tourists and travellers. It is an Australian National Heritage listed site and is a 150 mile stretch of road along the dramatic South Eastern Coast of Australia. The road is dedicated to soldiers killed during World War I and is the world's largest war memorial.
Werribee Open Range Zoo
The Werribee Open Range Zoo is just 30 minutes away from Melbourne's city centre. It offers a taste of Africa and visitors will be treated to a huge array of animals living on the 225 hectares of open savannah. The resort has a walking trail that allows sightseers to come face-to-face with gorillas, lions, monkeys, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, rhinos and hippos. The attraction also offers visitors a safari tour and wild encounters, where tourists can feed and touch animals.
Melbourne Cricket Ground
If you are a keen sportsperson then a trip to Melbourne would not be complete without visiting the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). It is the largest, oldest and most popular sporting venue in Australia and often hosts international cricket matches, Australian Football League games and has previously been the venue for the 1956 Olympic Games and 2006 Commonwealth Games. You should also keep an eye out for any upcoming events at the MCG as it often hosts blockbuster music concerts.
This article was written by Thom Sanders on behalf of Freedom Australia, who offer a one-stop shop for everything you need for a fantastic holiday in Australia and New Zealand, as well as great deals on Australia train journeys.
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