Joanna James
Elegant, classy, and multi-cultural – these are some of the best words you can use to describe the second largest city in Australia. Be it foodies, shopaholics, or party animals – everyone gets to enjoy life when in Melbourne. Here are some of the top tourist attractions you'll find here.
Commemorating 100 years of federation, Federation Square was established back in 2002. The best thing about this attraction is its unique design depicting the ever-elegant Victorian architecture. Federation Square hosts more than 2000 events annually, offering much entertainment throughout the year.
Did you know that Melbourne is the sporting capital of Australia? Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) was established in 1853 and has a capacity of 100,000. During the same visit, guests can also head to the National Sports Museum inside, where they'll find the Australian Gallery of Sports and the Olympic Museum.
National Gallery owns two locations, and both of them showcase the best of public art. There are over 70,000 artworks to be explored.
You'll love the external look of the Melbourne Museum because of its well-maintained gardens and parkland. This museum reveals a lot of interesting facts about the society that prevailed, and various cultures. During the same visit, you may also explore the Royal Exhibition Building. This was built in 1880 to host international exhibitions and events in Melbourne. Today, these types of international events are held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, which is just a 5-minute drive away from Pan Pacific Melbourne.
Did you know that Melbourne Zoo was established back in 1862? Yes, that's quite old, but the animals taken care of by this zoo have the best and the most modern facilities. There are over 320 species of animals here, making it one of the must-visit attractions in the city. Don't miss out on the Orang-utan Sanctuary and the Trail of the Elephants when you are there with your kids.
Thousands of people, throughout history, have come to Melbourne from various parts of the world. The Immigration Museum reveals the stories of each of these nations, sometimes with pride, sometimes with grief.
Did you know that you can visit the Parliament House in Melbourne even when a parliament session is going on? This is a free experience you can try out when you are in the city. You'll be luckier if you get to visit this attraction on a day where sessions are not held because then you'll be able to join the informative tour conducted by the Parliamentary management.
This marketplace dates back to 1878. Today, it's a popular attraction among tourists and locals alike. Enjoy the food halls and market stalls that sell almost everything at good rates. If you want to buy some souvenirs while enjoying a splendid holiday at your Melbourne hotel, this is the place you should head to. It has beautiful toys, arts, and clothing that would delight you.
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
