There is no question that Melbourne is a beautiful and unique place. Making the most out of a trip to Melbourne means getting around and seeing it. There are lots of fun and interesting ways to do this and see not just the city but also the stunning rainforest landscape surrounding it.
Take the tram
The historic Melbourne tram is a great way to get around and see the city. There are a number of districts that you can visit using the tram. South Yarra, Fitzroy, and St Kilda can all be reached by tram, as can Richmond and Carlton, so it is ideal for exploring. If you just want to go for a ride why not take the city loop, which takes you all the way round the town.
Get higher
Seeing a place from ground level is OK, but really you want to find a high up vantage point. Fortunately there is just such a spot that is ideal for looking out over Melbourne. The Rialto Towers Building dominates the Melbourne skyline. The fifty fifth floor boasts an observation deck that provides the ideal perch to look down over the city from. Not recommended if hights make you dizzy!
Cruise up the Yarra River
The Yarra River snakes through Melbourne and inland. A river cruise is the perfect opportunity to get a fresh perspective on this amazing city. There is even a cruising restaurant so that you can dine in style while you travel. The river is also used as a practical way to get around the city with ferries being popular with locals on the go as well as tourists. If ferry travel is your kind of thing, then Melbourne is where the ferry for Tasmania departs from.
Travel back in time on ‘Puffing Billy’
Puffing Billy was the first steam train in Australia. The train along with the route that it takes has been meticulously restored and now takes thousands of visitors travelling through the Victorian countryside in a style that would have been familiar to the other kind of Victorians. The route takes in the breathtaking rainforest vistas that surround Melbourne, with the open sided carriages providing no barrier to the immediacy of the experience. There are special trains for wine lovers looking to explore vineyards, as well as excursions designed to appeal to children.
Take a walking tour
Walking tours provide an excellent way to learn about how the city has evolved and changed over the years. The history of the city is all on show for those who know where to look, and the ever friendly and chatty tour guides who ply their trade here are the ones who do. There are all kinds of tours that will appeal to different interests. The nightlife connoisseur will love finding the ‘Hidden Bars of Melbourne’ for instance.
This article was produced by Time To Wander‘s Simon Grant on behalf of Etihad Airways who operate regular flights to Melbourne.
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