Victoria,Australia

Victoria host the city of Melbourne which is a very art and sports centric city. It has many sports arenas & racing tracks, it even has two public holidays dedicated to sport events. Victoria is the second most populated state after New South Wales, it has many interesting areas to visit such as the Great Ocean Road, the Yarra Valley, Pink Lake, Mornington Peninsula and more.

Melbourne
Melbourne is the capital city of Victoria,Australia

It is the city for coffee addicts and sports lovers. There are many coffee shops with one that has a coffee priced at $200. It also has lots of different interesting shopping and restaurant areas. The CBD (downtown) has beautiful "hidden" laneways to walk explore (Head to the tourist information store on Federation Square for a map).

Things to see and do
CBD - In the CBD take a stroll down the many laneways look at it's grafities and stop for a coffee or food on Degraves Street.

Take the FREE 35 City Circle tram which will guide you across the city. Well worth your time as it provides great information about the city and interesting locations to visit. Noting that in Melbourne the Trams are free but only in the CBD (downtown), otherwise you will need to purchase a card and add credit to ride outside the "Free tram Zone".

Burke Street Mall - Burke Street Mall is a shopping area were only pedestrians and trams can access. It is beautifull and lively. When walking there please beware of trams.



Federation Square - Vist Federation Square which is located by the water and just accross from the train station. Federation square is the home ACMI which hosts many exhibition including quite a few Disney themed exibitions.

Greek Presinct - Melbourne is the home of the largest Greek population outside of Greece. The Greek Presinct is marked by the street name signs being decorated with a Greek patner.

China Town - Just like all major cities, Melbourne has a China Town where you will be welcomed by an arch as you enter.

South Bank - Cross one of the pedestrian bridges to the south side of the Yarra River and walk alongside the river where there are many interesting restaurants, bars and often hosts markets, it is also the home of the Crown Casino.

Not far from South Bank is the Alexandra Gardens which includes the Botanical Gardens and just accross is the National Gallery of Victoria and the Art Centre. Brunswick - Brunswick is a student and multi cultural neighbourhood. It's main street (Sydney Road) is filled with Cafes, Restaurants and shops.

Fitzroy - Is an "Artsy" neighbourhood and home of the "famouse" banana sculpture mentioned in John Oliver's Last week tonight. Brunswick street is it's main street where it has many restaurants, shops, cafes and some random artwork. Brunswick street is it's main street Gertrude St which intersects with Brunswick street has antique and vintage shops.

Prahran - Prahran is known for it's stylish bars and late night clubs. It's main street, Chapel Street is always vibrant.

Toorak - Toorak is known as one of the most expensive neighbourhoods to live in. It's main street Toorak Road is home of posh stores and restaurants and it even has a tutor style building.

Lygon St - Lygon St, Carleton is known for it's many Italian Restaurants where one side of the street is known for being less expensive than the other.

Take a swim at Brighton Beach.

Restaurants to try

 * $$$$ Rockpool - Steak house located on South Bank
 * $$ - Very Good Falafel located on Sydney Road, Brunswick
 * $$ - Melbourne Kebab Station located on Sydney Road, Brunswick
 * $$$ - Jim's Greek Tavern located in Johnson Street, Collingwood (Best to make a reservation)
 * $$$ - 400 Grady located on Lygon St, Brunswick East
 * $$$ - Cafe Cavalino located on Lygon St, Carlton

Tours just outside of Melbourne
The Great Ocean Road was buit after world war one by returning soldiers. It a 240km long, winding coastal road and goes from Torquay to Allensford. It is a beautiful drive that is worth while but takes a long time. I would recommend stopping in Apolo bay for ice cream and fish 'n' chips. Getting to the 12 apostles from Melbourne is a 4 1/2 hour long drive, if you can make it you won't be dissapointed. There are also many beaches along the way, please make sure you only swing in patroled beaches and between the flags.
 * Great Ocean Road / Twelve Apostles - https://www.australia.com/en/places/melbourne-and-surrounds/guide-to-the-great-ocean-road.html

The Mornington Peninsula is located south east of Melbourne and is known for its beaches. There you will find the Arthur's Seat Lookout and the Peninsula Hot Springs https://www.peninsulahotsprings.com/. When living in Melbourne we would regularly drive to the hot springs to enjoy its many pools and occasional spa treatments.
 * Mornington Peninsula / Hot Springs - https://www.visitmorningtonpeninsula.org/

Philip Island

Glenrown is a town in an area on northern victoria called "Kelly Country". there is a giant ned kelly statue, and a museum. for more information check out
 * Glenrown / Ned Kelly Country



Beechworth is an historic town in central victoria. The Beechworth bakery is well known for its baked goods, and well worth stopping by for a pie or pasty. From Beechworth, take a guided tour of a gold mine.
 * Beechworth

Places to visit in Victoria

 * Lake Tyrell / Mirror Lake
 * Pink Lake
 * Hillsville sanctuary
 * Dandenong
 * Philip Islands
 * Mildura
 * Daylesford / LGBTQ
 * Halls Gap / Grapians National Park
 * Bendigo / Gold Mines