Read up before you go
Neighbourhood guides, itineraries and seasonal ideas for getting the best out of Melbourne.
Neighbourhood guides
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Southbank, Melbourne: The Local Guide
Use Southbank as your base for riverside gardens, historic parks, escape rooms and bigger Melbourne outings, from Elwood to the Dandenong Ranges.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in North Melbourne, Melbourne: The Local Guide
A practical North Melbourne guide to nearby VR, escape rooms, historic landmarks, riverside gardens and worthwhile day trips across Melbourne.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Docklands, Melbourne: The Local Guide
A practical guide to Melbourne outings from Docklands, covering gardens, landmarks, bayside views, escape rooms and a forest memorial walk.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Carlton, Melbourne: The Local Guide
From Carlton Gardens and historic landmarks to riverside walks, escape rooms and longer trips, this is a practical guide to Melbourne’s best nearby outings.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Collingwood, Melbourne: The Local Guide
The best things to do from Collingwood, from Edinburgh Gardens and CERES to escape rooms, historic gardens, river walks and Melbourne landmarks.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Prahran, Melbourne: The Local Guide
A practical guide to using Prahran as a base for nearby parks, escape rooms, bayside views, historic gardens and bigger Melbourne day trips.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Footscray, Melbourne: The Local Guide
A practical Melbourne guide to gardens, landmarks, bay views and group activities across the inner city and beyond.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Hawthorn, Melbourne: The Local Guide
From Hawthorn's Glenferrie Road escape room to riverside gardens, bay views and the 1000 Steps, here is a practical guide to Melbourne's inner east.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in South Yarra, Melbourne: The Local Guide
Use South Yarra as a base for escape rooms, grand gardens, riverside walks and memorable day trips across Melbourne.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in St Kilda, Melbourne: The Local Guide
Plan a St Kilda day around Point Ormond Lookout, then branch out to Melbourne’s gardens, historic landmarks, escape rooms and bigger walks.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Richmond, Melbourne: The Local Guide
A practical Richmond base for gardens, historic landmarks, inner-suburban parks, escape rooms and bigger outings beyond Melbourne’s centre.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Fitzroy, Melbourne: The Local Guide
A practical Fitzroy guide centred on Edinburgh Gardens, with nearby parks, historic sights, group activities and worthwhile Melbourne day trips.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Brunswick, Melbourne: The Local Guide
From CERES and Edinburgh Gardens to CBD landmarks, escape rooms and the 1000 Steps, these are worthwhile Melbourne outings from Brunswick.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Melbourne CBD, Melbourne: The Local Guide
From historic gardens and Yarra walks to escape rooms and bigger outings beyond the centre, this is a practical guide to Melbourne CBD and its surrounds.
Read guide →Roundups
roundupMelbourne Nightlife: The Best Bars & Live Music
From hidden CBD cocktail bars to jazz, karaoke, craft beer and Yarra-side drinks, find the Melbourne nightlife venue that fits your night.
Read guide →roundupFree Things to Do in Melbourne
From grand gardens and riverside lawns to a bayside lookout and the 1000 Steps, these are Melbourne's best free outdoor days.
Read guide →roundupMelbourne With Kids: Family-Friendly Things to Do
From nature play and riverside parks to escape rooms and VR, these are Melbourne family outings worth planning around.
Read guide →roundupThe Best Coffee in Melbourne
From standing-room espresso bars to serious roasters and neighbourhood cafés, these are Melbourne coffee stops worth planning around.
Read guide →roundupWhere to Eat in Melbourne: The Local Food Guide
A practical Melbourne food guide covering standout coffee, neighbourhood cafés, inclusive dining, Italian meals, Peking duck and waterfront nights.
Read guide →