Hey guys I have some friends coming to Melbourne for about a week - would love to know what your favourite places are, both inside Melbourne and the CBD, as well as within a few hours drive. Sightseeing, food, you name it!
What comes to mind if you had to recommend some things to do?
I like your lounge room too, especially from just outside your window.
yes, the driveway provide easy access, doesn't it?
Hit up SkyHigh at Mt Dandenong
Don't, damn far and super over rated.
That's a subjective opinion, which I presume you've made because you have to pay for entry. Make use of what is there and it's great with fantastic views. It being far? It's 45 mins out of the city. Fits the criteria OP listed so your point there is moot:
as well as within a few hours drive.
Your presumption is incorrect.
SkyHigh is over rated, and I stand by my opinion.
Like it, or lump it.
@Drew22: again, a very subjective opinion. OP is free to make up their own mind on the matter. Cheers.
@Cyphar: Say what?
How can one's "subjective opinion" be incorrect? It can be unpopular or you can disagree, but it can't be incorrect.
You guys just need to agree to disagree.
Have a neg, on me.
You really need to look up the definition of opinion in the dictionary.
Exactly. Have a +1, just because I can't neg anymore today.
Barwon Prison.
Beechworth Correctional Centre.
Dame Phyllis Frost Centre (Women only)
Dhurringile Prison.
Fulham Correctional Centre.
Hopkins Correctional Centre.
Judy Lazarus Transition Centre.
Karreenga Annexe.
Seems like you know these places well, tuzii… spent some time there, perhaps? ;)
nah nah i only know Old Melbourne Gaol well ;)
And for short stays don't forget Frankston Police Lockup.
Avalon or Tullamarine airports…. out bound gates… :D
Seriously though, Torquay to Lorne or the ferry ride from Queenscliff to Sorrento…
My favourite places to visit in Melbourne are are :
Tulliallan
Pennydale
Laburnum
Solomon Heights
Trentwood
Donburn
Cherrydene
Kerrimuir
Tally Ho
National Gallery of Victoria. Melbourne Museum.
But I'm a Sydneysider; surely as a Melburnian you have your own favourite places that you'd love to show to your friends?
I've never been, but I've heard good things about Spearmint Rhino
Lune croissants Fitzroy - go after 8 am on weekdays and it isn't as crowded.
Nyala Fitzroy - Great African food mostly gluten free and BYO
La Niche Fitzroy - Great french food
Philipe in CBD - the lunch special is one of the best value meals in town - about $50 for two courses including a 250ml carafe of wine. Fine french cuisine.
KoKo Black for great chocolate options.
The walk from Fitzroy through the Fitzroy gardens down past the MCG across the yarra and through the Botanic gardens is a lovely stroll.
Wander down the Yarra past Southbank, the Casino, Jeff's shed and onto the DFO for shopping is also a nice walk, with stops as wanted.
Departures Lounge at Tullamarine.
Grab a tent, sleeping bag, mat, 4 days ration (water not necessary). Wilson's prom / Cooper's Creek.
The airport
Cape Woolamai (en route to Phillip Island)
Fairfield Boathouse
Mornington (Cape Schanck, Hot Springs, etc.)
Sky High (Miss Marples Tearoom for scones if you're heading that way)
Wilsons Prom
Red Hill Wineries
Heaps of nice hikes:
Cathedral Ranges (Sugarloaf Peak)
Weribee Gorge
Grampians
Lake Mountain is quite nice this time of year too. Last year took the mountain bikes up and had a blast checking it all out
I really like the garden on top of Hamer Hall. You'll need to access via st Kilda road. https://imgur.com/WY8BepB
How u get up there?
I literally linked a map with the path…
Victorian Art Gallery, in StKilda road . Not just paintings has so much interesting stuff . I always go to have a look at whats new every time i visit Melbourne .
Tarneit.
Reminds me of Narcos. I loved that show
NGV
Botanical Gardens
Brunettis and Hopetoun Tea rooms for cake/tea/coffee
Phillip Island
Endless brunch and dinner options (can elaborate if needed, I love food so it's definitely part of my Melbourne highlights)
Brighton Beach
AC/DC Lane for street graffiti art
Hi there. I'm visiting in May - can you share some brunch/dinner places in the CBD. I'll be staying near A'beckett street. Thanks!
I'm a big fan of my lounge room, nice couch, solid 4K tv, multiple streaming services and games systems. A short walk to my kitchen, to grab snacks.