About Melbourne
Melbourne centers on its laneways and public spaces. Federation Square anchors the city with events and architecture. Hosier Lane displays colorful murals, and Degraves Street is lined with small cafes. North of the center, the Royal Exhibition Building and Melbourne Museum stand in Carlton Gardens. Queen Victoria Market fills with stalls on most days of the week.
Gertrude Street and Brunswick Street run through Fitzroy, a neighborhood lined with cafes. The Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria and State Library Victoria provide quiet corners. This city suits culture and coffee trips.
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Melbourne questions
Is four days enough for Melbourne?
Four days covers the main galleries, markets and laneways. Buy a myki card and plan tram routes ahead to move between areas without delays.
Do I need to book NGV tickets in advance?
Book NGV tickets online the day before for timed entry during peak periods. General admission stays free while special exhibitions require separate payment.
How do I get from the CBD to Fitzroy?
Catch tram 11 from Collins Street to Brunswick Street. The ride takes about 15 minutes, and trams in the city's Free Tram Zone cost nothing until you leave it.
When is Queen Victoria Market open?
It's closed on Mondays and Wednesdays. On other days it opens early, usually from 6 am, and closes mid-afternoon (later on Fridays, and 9 am to 4 pm on Sundays). Check the market's website before you go.