Don’t Miss Out: Most Popular Tourist Attractions in Melbourne

The Victoria state capital of Melbourne in Australia is the second largest city after Sydney. Within the city you’ll find lots things to do, ranging from free attractions and parks to a variety of museums that require entrance fees. Below are some of the most popular tourist attractions in Melbourne that shouldn’t be missed.

Melbourne Cricket Ground
With a capacity of 100,000 spectators, the Melbourne Cricket Ground is a famous tourist attraction in Melbourne. Hosting everything from marathons to cricket matches, rugby to Australian football, ticket prices are quite reasonable. Furthermore, it gives you a chance to experience a magnificent atmosphere that only the eighth largest stadium in the world can provide.

Sovereign Hill
Once a city where gold was found in abundance, tourists come to Sovereign Hill to get a taste for what life was like in the 19th century when people searched for gold in the river. Sovereign Hill offers you a chance to follow the same school lessons from the 19th century, see how the ancient steam engine worked and pan for gold in the river. There are also shops selling refreshments here and one not to be missed is the candy shop on Main Street which sells delicious caramel fudge and lollipops.

Phillip Island
For the animal lovers, Phillip Island is a great place to get up close and personal with the native penguins that live there. Every afternoon the penguins return to the mainland from the sea and if you come early enough, you will be so close that the penguins will pass right by you within touching distance.

St Kilda beach
The St Kilda beach is a short trip away from the centre of Melbourne, and because it is one of the some popular attractions it easily accessible by public transport in the summer months. One of the great things about the beach is that it is lined with grassy gardens and palm trees, so when the scorching summer sun becomes too much you can retreat to sitting in the shade while still enjoying being by the beach.

Bourke Street
Located in the heart of Melbourne’s Central Business District, Bourke Street is a great way to pass the time while exploring the city. While there are different department stores for those looking to go shopping, there are also many souvenir shops, bars and restaurants that you can stop off at.
While you wander down the street you will be treated to the numerous street acts that play different kinds of music, and occasionally there are street dancers that add to the charm of the city. If you’re planning on flying here, be sure to compare cheap flights to Melbourne online for the best deals.

Royal Botanical Gardens
Located across the Shrine of Remembrance, the Botanical Garden is a 36 hectare park that tourists can enter for free. With over 50 thousand plants and trees, some of which are native only to Australia, and a children’s garden for youngsters, it is easy to see why the park is one of the most visited spots in Melbourne. While exploring and relaxing in the park, visitors can have their own barbeques to add to the experience. 🙂 – Travel Feeder

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Cecil Lee

The author is an avid traveler and photography hobbyist who loves to share with others his travel and photo-taking experience in many popular tourist destinations around Europe, Asia and Australasia. Read the exciting stories with many photos captured on his journeys.