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Melbourne

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Melbourne is a special city with a history of affluence that is reflected in its wonderful wide, tree-lined boulevard, its magnificent Victorian architecture and its love of fine foods, wines and the arts.

Few cities in the world have the depth of entertainment, the range of fine dining establishments or arts centres that Melbourne offers. Melbourne is widely recognised as one of the world's most liveable cities and is a definite style-setter with some of the best shopping and nightlife in Australia. Whether you're searching for haute couture or vintage clothing, souvenirs or sparkling chardonnay, uber-chic bars, clubs or jazz venues, Melbourne has it all.

Melbourne's standing as the cultural capital of Australia is recognised in a non-stop program of film and food festivals, major art exhibitions and musical extravaganzas. The city is also famous for its range of crowd pleasing events, from the high-octane excitement of the Australian Grand Prix to the beautiful floral displays of the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show.

Location

On the banks of Port Phillip Bay in Victoria, the southern most state of mainland Australia.

How to get there

Melbourne International Airport is served by more than 25 carriers, operating international flights and a broad array of domestic destinations.

Qantas flies direct from Los Angeles to Melbourne, approximately a 14-hour flight. Flights to Melbourne form domestic cities run regularly throughout the day.

Airport from the city

Melbourne Airport is roughly 45-minutes drive from the city.

Climate

Melbourne can sometimes have four seasons in one day! It often rains in Melbourne during summer and is quite sunny during winter. It can sometime be totally unpredictable, however, it is a comfortable environment to be in whatever the season.

Monthly Average Maximum Temperature

Month	Max Temp (C)	Max Temp (F)
January	25	78
February	25	78
March	23	74
April	20	68
May	16	61
June	14	57
July	13	56
August	14	58
September	17	62
October	19	67
November	21	71
December	24	75

Map

Click here for a Map of Melbourne

Hotels

Crown Towers
Crown Promenade
Park Hyatt
The Westin
Langham Hotel
Sofitel Melbourne
Grand Hyatt
Novotel on Collins

With over 30 years experience in Venue management ID have established excellent negotiation and operational relationships with all the Hotel chains and individual properties. Our experience and leverage with our preferred venues ensures the best possible value for your next event.

Highlights

The Yarra Valley
The Yarra Ranges and surrounding valley is renowned for its beauty, wineries, national parks, forests and mountains. They valley is easily accessible from Melbourne, around an hours drive to most attractions. Take a day to explore the Yarra Valley wineries, widely regarded for producing some of the best wines in Australia.

Melbourne Museum
The Melbourne Museum houses the Australia Gallery, which explores the lives of people and the communities in which they live. A range of objects, stories and multimedia provide visitors with a greater insight and understanding of Australia's non-indigenous history and culture. A visit to the Museum is a must, take a guided tour or hold a dinner in one of the fascinating halls.

Shopping
Melbourne often claims to have the best shopping in Australia, and it isn稚 hard to see why. You'll discover stunning international labels at the Paris end of Collins Street, one of Australia's biggest shopping complexes at Melbourne Central and historic arcades where architectural elegance is matched only by exquisite atmosphere. Lavish boutiques skirt Toorak Road and in exciting Chapel Street you can shop at the very centre of Australian designer fashion. Bold, brazen Chapel Street is the capital of young designer fashion. Journey from upmarket South Yarra's fashions and homewares, to the "So Ho" end in Prahran and Windsor, where funky designs and recycled wear are the go. Melbourne is also home to Australia's biggest markets, the Queen Victoria Market. Claiming to have the best prices and the biggest range in town, the QVM are open everyday except Monday and Wednesday. Wander among 1000 stalls of fresh produce, clothing, deli-goods, arts and crafts and more.

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Destination Information Melbourne