The Carlton Hotel

The Carlton Hotel

Offers a rooftop bar, dining, a cocktail bar and nightclub, right in the heart of the city.

Queen Victoria Market

Queen Victoria Market

This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.

Christmas map

Christmas map

Your guide to all things merry in Melbourne this Christmas.

Seven Star Grill & Pocha

Seven Star Grill & Pocha

Serving Melbourne’s only matcha makgeolli and authentic Korean modus jeon.

Christmas Cinema

Christmas Cinema

See festive films in the stunning Capitol Theatre.

Music

Music

Check out Melbourne's legendary live music scene, with gigs and concerts across the city.

Major events

Major events

From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.

The ultimate dumpling guide to Melbourne

The ultimate dumpling guide to Melbourne

Steamed, fried, baked or boiled – there’s no such thing as a bad dumpling.

Myer Christmas Windows

Myer Christmas Windows

Celebrating 70 years of the Myer Christmas Windows, open from Saturday, 8 November.

Melbourne's most iconic shops

Melbourne's most iconic shops

These iconic Melbourne shops are home to some of the city's most colourful retail characters

Aboriginal Melbourne

Aboriginal Melbourne

Find out more about Aboriginal culture through Melbourne's galleries and museums.

Christmas things to do

Christmas things to do

The city’s wrapped and ready with magical moments, twinkling lights and festive fun.

Mesa Verde

Mesa Verde

A contemporary Mexican restaurant and home to the country's largest collection of agave spirits.

9 laneways only real Melburnians know

9 laneways only real Melburnians know

Have you eaten your way through Melb's official Koreatown and found the secret piano bar?

What's on this week in Melbourne

What's on this week in Melbourne

Discover things to do in Melbourne this week, from free events to exhibitions.

Things you can only do in the city

Things you can only do in the city

There's only one place to find these rare Melbourne experiences and secret spots.

Rare shops you can only find in Melbourne

Rare shops you can only find in Melbourne

Melbourne is full of unique Christmas shopping spots you can only find in the city.

Crown Promenade Melbourne

Crown Promenade Melbourne

A modern hotel just a short stroll from Melbourne's vibrant CBD.

Free tours of iconic Melbourne places

Free tours of iconic Melbourne places

See glorious city sights without spending a cent.

Bubble Show for Christmas

Bubble Show for Christmas

See stunning bubble displays in this Christmas adventure that is fun for the whole family.

The ultimate guide to the Nicholas Building

The ultimate guide to the Nicholas Building

Explore the iconic building that houses some of the most unique stores in the city

Iconic Lygon Street restaurants

Iconic Lygon Street restaurants

There's more to Melbourne's Little Italy than just pizza.

Let's Dance with Shenzhen Airlines

Let's Dance with Shenzhen Airlines

Show off your dance moves, and see the floor react in time with the music.

The ultimate guide to Curtin House

The ultimate guide to Curtin House

Discover the secret boutiques, restaurants and bars hidden inside this iconic vertical laneway.

Restaurants

Restaurants

Melbourne is packed with restaurant options from fine dining to wine bars and casual eateries.

Crown Metropol Melbourne

Crown Metropol Melbourne

A unique hotel that embodies the energy of Melbourne.

Melbourne’s secret gardens and green spaces

Melbourne’s secret gardens and green spaces

Take a break from indoors with a stroll through these city-side parks.

Comedy

Comedy

Discover stand up comedy shows and comedy clubs for the best laughs in Melbourne.

Christmas Square

Christmas Square

Discover a Christmas wonderland featuring the city’s giant tree.

Things to do

Things to do

Our guide to Melbourne's best events, attractions and things to do.

Christmas eat and drink

Christmas eat and drink

Unwrap the city’s surprises with rooftop bars, twinkling laneways and menus made for merry moments.

Sweet Canteen

Sweet Canteen

A desserts, pastries, and coffee shop hidden in the colourful Driver Lane.

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
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Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

Step into a world of wonder at an after-hours Melbourne Museum experience just for adults.

Marameo

Marameo

Marameo is a fun, easy-going Italian eatery offering a range of pasta and mains.

Entertainment

Entertainment

Find out what's on in Melbourne's live music venues, comedy clubs and theatres.

The Flour Melbourne

The Flour Melbourne

A French patisserie and cafe serving a mouth-watering selection of cakes, biscuits and pastries.

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.

Iconic Melbourne experiences

Iconic Melbourne experiences

Waterside views, hidden bars and amazing exhibitions.

Wominjeka – Welcome to Melbourne (Narrm)

Wominjeka – Welcome to Melbourne (Narrm)

Plan your visit to Melbourne with all info and tips on what to see and how to get around.

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker

Ballet’s most iconic story is returning to Melbourne this Christmas.