Information for: Melbourne
Melbourne is Australia’s second largest city and the state capital of Victoria. It sits in South Australia on the lower reaches of the Yarra River. You’ll just love the vibrant energy of this amazing city! With a staggering choice of restaurants, funky boutiques, cafe filled laneways, cool bars, and unbeatable galleries. Prahan’s Commercial Road and South Yarra’s Chapel Street offer fabulous food, fun and clothes. Collingwood’s Smith Road and Fitzroy’s Brunswick Street are bursting with cafes.
Hotels located in: Melbourne
Park Hyatt Melbourne
The stunning boutique style Park Hyatt Hotel provides a warm ambience along withexceptional levels of personalised service toall guests. If you appreciate fine dining then make sureto visit their award winning restaurant The Radii where guests delight in the delicious sights sounds and aromas of contemporary dining. There is also the Tea Lounge which offers [...]
1 Parliament SqMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9224 1234
The Langham
Ideally located on the Southbank Promanade overlooking the Yarra River. This 5-star luxury hotel provides world class cuisine in the Melba Restaurant. The hotel’s Chuan Spa is Melbourne’s most innovative and luxurious wellness centre. Based upon the principles of Yin and Yang and the 5 elements (metal wood fire earth and water) the treatments are [...]
1 Southgate AveSouthbank
Tel No: +61 3 8696 8888
The Westin Melbourne Hotel
The 5-star Westin Hotel is modern chic and situated right in the heart of the city. It is one of Australia’s most awarded hotels. Providingstylish Melbourne accommodation with luxurious facilities. You can enjoy divine cuisine in their uber-sophisicated Allegro Restaurant. There is also the Martini Bar or the Lobby Lounge for drinks. The hotel offers [...]
205 Collins StreetMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9635 2222
Melbourne Marriott Hotel
This is a luxury boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Melbourne.Ideally situatedin the centre of the theatre precinct as well as placing you only moments from the shopping delights of Bourke and Collins Street. The hotel offers stunning and spacious rooms. The Marriott features exceptional facilities including a state-of-the-art Fitness Centre sauna swimming [...]
Crnr Exhibition St& Lonsdale Street
Tel No: +61 3 9662 3900
The Grand Hotel
The Grand Hotel is absolutely stunning and is an iconic Melbourne landmark. It is located in the heart of cosmopolitan Melbourne. The hotel offers 102 generous suites. Partake in The Grand indulgence comprising the tasting of local wines olives and cheeses served on fine Victorian china or steal away for a quiet game of chess [...]
33 Spencer StreetMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9611 4567
Grand Hyatt Melbourne
The classic luxury Grand Hyatt Hotel provides an impeccable service and is rated as one of Melbourne’s finest hotels. Located in the heart of Melbourne’s restaurant business and theatre district. The hotel offers luxury rooms or suites some with floor to ceiling windows offering magnificent views of the city. With Art Deco inspired decor and [...]
123 Collins StreetMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9657 1234
Culture & Entertainment Located in: Melbourne
Loop
Smart and trendy this late night bar is quite unique – it’s apurpose built screening venue which re-themes and re-invents itselfevery night so every night will be very different! Here you can hang out and enjoy the best Melbourne has to offer. A great city centre venue.
23 Meyers PlaceMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9654 0500
Der Raum
Cocktail Junkies beware! If youlove your cocktails then you will love this bar! Voted the ‘Best Cocktail Bar’ in2008 Der Raum is swanky andupmarket and very very trendy! Professional staff mix freshly hand-pressed blends with the best spirits for a tasteexperience that you will never forget. (Well that willdepend on how much you drink of [...]
438 Church StreetRichmond
MelbourneTel No: +61 3 9428 0055
The Canary Club
The Canary Club brings the best of Barcelona to one of the best of Melbourne&rsquos many bars. Whether it’s cocktails or wine you’re after this is the place to be. Set over 2levels and frequented by Melbourne’s elite crowd this bar is the epitome of style!Also offers a selection of fantastic tapas food. It’s perfect [...]
6 Melbourne PlaceMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9663 1983
Bennetts Lane Jazz Club
This popular Melbourne Jazz Club is regularly filled to capacity. Whether you love jazz music or just fancy an evening in a great bar this is the place for you! Light snacks are also available if you’re feeling a bit peckish.
25 Bennetts LaneMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9663 2856
Blue Velvet Bar and Nightclub
This upmarket boutique style nightclub appeals to a lively and fun loving crowd. A great venue on2 different levels – this truely is a party animals dream! There is also a beer garden and an outside smoking area.
60 Smith StreetCollingwood
MelbourneTel No: +61 3 9415 9800
De Biers Lounge Bar
Whether you&rsquore looking for the perfect atmosphere or a place to party De Biers Lounge Baris guaranteed to excite your senses!This bar has one of thelongest ‘happy hours’ – beginning at noon and ending at 9pmevery Friday. This top quality club is situated in the heart of Melbourne andclose to absolutely everything!
279 Flinders LaneMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9654 0444
Restaurants Located in: Melbourne
Asiatico Zen
Asiatico Zen offers a unique combination of exquisite Chinese and Japanese food. Located only a minute’s walk from Puerto Banus this delightful venue has a great terrace for outdoor dining and really does provide a marvellous Asian dining experience. So if you’re into Chinese food or Japanese food – or even better both! – give [...]
Calle Lirios s/n Nueva AndaluciaPuerto Banus
MarbellaTel No: +34 952 817 691
Angelucci’s Restaurant
Angelucci’s is located in the centre ofMelbourne’s busy shopping district and never ending nightlife. Serving great Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Thisis a perfect venue for alovely meal or evenjust a few drinks after work. Very popular restaurant with locals and visitors consider calling aheadto booka table.
500 Chapel StreetSouth Yarra
MelbourneTel No: +61 3 9826 3086
The Bluestone Restaurant
The Bluestone offers modern Australian cuisine withseafood and beef dishes to die for. Savour exceptional culinary experiences or just sit back and relax in one of the many different zones on offer for dining grazing lounging or justdrinking. This is a very popular restaurant with an excellent reputation. The menu is varied with something to [...]
394 Flinders LaneMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9620 4020
Koko
One of Melbourne’s premier Japanese restaurants Koko is simply the best!Teppanyaki sushi sashimi and noodle dishes are all on the menu so best avoided by the indecisive among you! Reservations are required so make sure you book your table early.
38 Whiteman StreetCrown Towers
SouthbankTel No: +61 3 9292 6886
MoMo
The MoMo restaurant serves authentic Middle Eastern cuisinewhich is prepared by one of the city’s most revered Chefs. Recently re-opened in new premises Momo’s promises a whole new dining experience. A very busyand popular choice reservations are recommended.
123 Collins StreetMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9650 0660
Bamboo House
At the Bamboo House there is an outstanding menu offering a delectable mix of Shanghai Peking andScezhuan cuisine. Great for business dinners or a leisurely lunch. This restaurant comes well recommended but don’t forget to book as it gets very busy!
47 Little Bourke StMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9662 1565
Buenaventura
Buenaventura is set right in the heart of Marbella’s Old Town (in the corner of the Plaza de la Iglesia). And this isprobably the best al fresco dining spot in the centre of Marbella. Here you’ll findsimple cuisine but with subtle flavouring that bringsthe foodto life. A gorgeous place to dine.
Plaza de la IglesiaOld Town
MarbellaTel No: +34 952 858 069
The Liquid Bar Cafe Lounge
Situated on the waterfront this restaurant captures the ambience of the thriving Docklands. This restaurant has quite possibly the most perfect location in the city. Highly recommended just sit back andrelax and letthe award winning Chef prepare one of his specialties. Dress is smart casual so it’s perfect for those days when you can’t be [...]
50 Newquay PromMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9642 4242
Sporting/Leisure/Beauty Located in: Melbourne
Direct Factory Outlet
Melbourne’s modern DFO is Australia’s first and largest Factory Outlet Shopping Centre. With over 120 individual factory outlet stores all under one roof. You will find whatever you’re looking for here whether it’s ladies gents or childrens clothing footwear handbags luggage homeware lingerie jewellery and much more. Discounts vary from store to store depending on [...]
Dandenong RdCheltenham
MelbourneTel No: +61 3 9583 0344
Shopping Hot Spots!
Fashionistas must visit the uber-trendy Chapel Street area with its outstanding restaurants and high-fashion clothing stores. Featuring Australian designers like Scanlan and Theodore. Well worth a visit before relaxing with a spot of lunch in one of the al fresco restaurants. For boho babes the nearby Greville Street has a much more retro feel offering [...]
Chapel Street andGrenville Street
Menbourne
Burnley Golf Club
Located only minutes from Melbourne Burnley Golf Club is one of the smartest courses in the area. You can choose from the 18-holeror the 9-holer here. All the main facilities are covered including golf club hire. Visitors are welcome. Open daily.
Corner Loyola and Madden GroveBurnley
MelbourneTel No: +61 3 9650 6668
Endota Forest Hill
In a number of locations throughout the city you will find an Endota Spa. This lovely Forest Hill Spa is located in the leafyeastern suburbs. The setting and surroundings are lovely and the professional staff deliver some sumptuous treatments. We would recommend the foot pamper for a starter. See the website for treatments available which [...]
356 Springvale RoadForest Hill
MelbourneTel No: +61 3 9877 1556
Crown Entertainment Complex
Situated on the banks of the Yarra River in Southbank the Crown Entertainment Complex is a slice ofretail heaven! With shops shops and more shops as well as dining and entertainment venues casinos and theatres.Shoppers can choose between smaller boutique stores as well as high-end designers such as Versace Louis Vuitton La Perla Burberry and [...]
8 Whiteman StreetSouthbank
MelbourneTel No: +61 3 9292 6666
Bourke Street Mall
Bourke Street is Melbourne’s main shopping area and the Bourke Street Mall is always bustling with shoppers buskers and city workers. Located between Swanston Street and Elizabeth Street this short pedestrian and tram-only strip is recognised as Melbourne’s retail heart. With big department stores together with an array of flagship stores such as Forever New [...]
Swanston StreetMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 9420 6800
Entertainment located in: Melbourne
His Majesty’s Theatre
Built in 1904 His Majesty’s Theatreisa beautiful theatre.It is resplendent with ornate gilded foyers a superb marble staircase and a domed auditorium seating 1200 people in three tiers! It attracts the very best of drama opera ballet dance and musicals in Australia. If you fancy a night at the theatre you’ll enjoy both the performance [...]
825 Hay StreetPerth
Tel No: +61 8 9231 9941
Melbourne Zoo
Take a walk on the wild side!Melbourne Zoo is home to over 350 species of wildlife including an Asian elephant exhibit an African rainforest walking trails and a pygmy hippopotamus as well as the ever popular Australian koalas kangaroos and wombats. Allow at least4 hours here to see everything properly. This is a great day [...]
Elliott AvenueParkville
Melbourne Observation Deck
For a birds eye view of this outstanding city Melbourne’s Observation Deck -located on the 55th floor of the Rialto building -offers breathtaking views of Victoria’s capital.Everything from the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground to the Yarra River can be seen from here. We recommend savouring the views over lunch at Cafe 55 Restaurant for full [...]
525 Collins StreetMelbourne
Carlton Gardens
The Carlton gardens and the Royal Exhibition Building draw hundreds of visitors each year.The gardens are spectacular with beautiful trees shrubs plants flowers lakes and a stunning fountain. The actual building was built for the 1880 Melbourne International Exhibition and has been inscribed on the World Heritage list. Also on site is the Melbourne Museum [...]
MelbourneTeatro Nacional de S
The Teatro Nacional de São Carlos attracts opera and ballet fans from all over Europe. Some of the top companies from around the world perform at this neoclassical 18th century theatre. The season begins in mid-September and extends through to July. See the website for current performances and times.
9 Rua Serpa PintoLisbon
Tel No: +351 213 253 000
Melbourne Museum
If you have worn out your dancing shoes then throw on something more comfortable and head tothe Melbourne Museum for a little bit of cultural relief. With loads of different exhibits on show the museum is open from 10am till 5pm. There is also an IMAX cinema on site.
11 Nicholson StCarlton
MelbourneTel No: +61 3 8341 7777
National Gallery of Victoria
Founded in 1861the National Gallery of Victoriais the oldest and the largest public art gallery in Australia. It has a world renowned collection of European Masters including Rembrandt Van Dyck Picasso Monet and Turner.There’s also afine display of contemporary Aboriginal art alongside works by famous Australian artists. This excellent traditional gallery is open Tuesday – [...]
180 St Kilda RdMelbourne
Tel No: +61 3 8620 2222