Explore unusual things to do in Melbourne: we reveal the secret places to visit, quirky sights to see, cool neighbourhoods to try, and guides to making the most of the city all year round. It’s your must-read guide to Melbourne, for visitors and locals alike.
A sprawling new entertainment destination has opened in Melbourne's southeast, bringing together dining, bowling, arcade games and one of Australia's largest interactive indoor playgrounds under one roof....
Summer festival season is heating up, and Wildlands has just made things even more exciting. Returning to Brisbane on December 31 before heading to Perth on January 2, the festival has announced a huge in...
The Australian Drylands Precinct at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne will soon host a stunning outdoor exhibition. In this living gallery, visitors are invited to see how natural systems can shape c...
Back in the day, Footscray's central precinct once had four cinemas within 500m of each other. They were La Scala, Trocadero, the Grand and Barkly Theatres. The last of these cinemas closed in 1987. To gi...
We love browsing through a good market, and if you'd like to visit one in the countryside, why don't you consider the Kyneton Farmers' Market? Located about an hour away from Melbourne, this thriving mark...
In late August and September, the canola fields around Victoria transform into cheery, golden landscapes. You can walk among them, and take it all in. But, what about flying over them? Brighten up your da...
Queen Victoria Market is running a special edition of their Foodie Tour, inspired by Anthony Bourdain's love of great food, fresh produce and culinary discovery. Take part in The TONY Trail and see the Ma...
Melbourne’s hospitality industry will take centre stage when Fine Food Australia returns to the city in 2026, bringing together chefs, restaurateurs, suppliers, retailers and food professionals for four d...
Say farewell to winter and welcome the joys of spring at the annual Hurstbridge Wattle Festival. Held on the last Sunday of August every year, this community celebration will be packed with market stalls,...
For those of you into "mergers and acquisitions", Patrick Bateman is sharpening his axe once again. Following a sell-out Melbourne season in 2025, American Psycho—The Musical will return to Chapel Off Cha...