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.
Summer is here, and it's a scorcher! And if you're a resident in the City of Melbourne, you can beat the heat with a $2 swim. Dive into the outdoor pools at either Carlton Baths or North Melbourne Pool. The $2 swims are...
Not too far from Melbourne, you’ll discover a magical garden bursting with beautiful flowers. Spanning over 14 acres, Blue Lotus Water Garden has multiple ponds, lakes, ornamental bridges and more delightful features. M...
Melbourne’s newest rooftop playground is swiftly emerging as one of this summer’s hottest hangout spots, and now are turning up the heat with a December program that’s utterly unmissable. From a family-friendly Christm...
Calling all Hobbits! If you're looking for something to do in that strange time between Christmas Day and New Year's Eve, Fed Square has the answer. Make the journey to the heart of Melbourne, and watch The Lord of the...
Bookworms, rejoice! A new bookstore opened in Melbourne a few weeks ago, and it's dedicated entirely to scandalous stories and guilty pleasures. Wander among the shelves at The Forbidden Chapter, and uncover plenty of r...
Balloon Story has brought its to Melbourne, a vibrant, larger-than-life world built from over 400,000 biodegradable balloons, shaped and arranged by 200+ international artists. This limited-time pop-up blends creativity...
Love a good ? A delightful new one has just opened in Harcourt, and is the largest 7¼" gauge railway in the state. Round up the whole family and make your way to the Victorian Miniature Railway. Set on 65 picturesque ac...
A global-exclusive fashion exhibition has strutted its way into NGV. Chart the careers of two influential fashion designers – Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo, founder of Comme de Garçons. Marvel at nearly 150 designs...
For the 246th year running, Handel's Messiah is back as a world-record-holding performance by the . Taking the stage is an impressive musical force---over 120 talented musicians from the Royal Melbourne Philharmonic Cho...
Adventure Park in Geelong is lighting up this festive season for the stunning Christmas Festival of Lights. Bask in the glow of over 3.3 million lights, and wander down enchanting trails and glittering bridges in this 5...