Regarded as the ‘world’s most livable city’, Melbourne has so much to offer to both domestic and foreign tourists. With beautiful architecture, breathtaking sights and natural beauties, Melbourne has something for everyone. Whether you admire nature and wildlife, get excited when you are 300 meters above the ground, or simply enjoy visiting significant landmarks, Melbourne is the ultimate travel destination.
Melbourne Royal Botanic Gardens
One of the places you must visit in Melbourne are the Royal Botanic Gardens that present an art of landscaping. With over 50,000 plants spread on 36 hectares of land, you will witness heaven on earth. Regardless of the season, the Royal Garden displays wide range of plant collections and picturesque settings that cannot be found anywhere else. Melbourne’s Botanical Gardens count as one of the world’s finest gardens, and number one place to visit when in Melbourne. You can enjoy your leisure stroll through the myriad pathways or experience outdoor cinema during the hot summer days.
The Dandenong Ranges
The breathtaking beauty of this national park, makes it a place that needs to be seen. If you are a fan of nature, this is the ideal place for you to replenish your inner peace and mind. This Victoria’s hidden gems offers lovely walking tracks, rich Aussie rainforest and many small towns where you will find charming quaint shops. Also, you must visit the giant Mountain Ash forests, the secret historical areas and plenty of waterfalls and picnic places where you can spend some quality time. Don’t miss Australia’s most famous train ride, the “Puffing Billy”. You will be amazed with the beauties and enchanted scenes this national park has to offer.
Eureka Skydeck 88
If you are in Melbourne for the first time, then we recommend you to visit Melbourne’s highest tower, the Eureka Skydeck 88. Standing on the highest viewing platform in the southern hemisphere, you will be able to experience a 360 degrees panorama of Melbourne and its landmarks. You will feel as if among the clouds in the sky. To make this experience even more amazing, visit the tower in the late afternoon or early evening to see incredible sunset.
Werribee Open Range Zoo
If you want to get the best wildlife experience, then don’t forget to visit the Werribee Open Zoo. This Zoo is rich with a wide range of safari animals. Just 30 minutes away from the heart of Melbourne, this open zoo stretches on 225 hectares with realistic displays and authentic Savannah feeling. You can either walk around the zoo, or take the special ‘safari tour’ that takes you through the places where rhinos, giraffes, zebras, hippos and other animals live.
