Joanna James
The city of Melbourne is an enclave of fascinating and engaging sights and sounds which would surely appeal to travellers of all ages and tastes. Thus, for the solo vacationer thinking of taking on all that Melbourne has to offer, provided below will be a detailed guide on where to go and what to do. From vintage stores, and lovely streets to sublime restaurants to call by and spend time within, the city spells variety with a capital ‘V.’
Wondering how to capture the very essence of the city bathed in all its glory? Then do make provisions to head up to the 88th floor of the Eureka Tower where the Eureka Skydeck is located. From here one will be able to catch a glimpse of the breadth and scope of Melbourne and if a clear, sunny day is before you, then expect unobstructed views to both greet and warm your hearts. Better yet, have your trusty camera with you to snap up your favourite part of the region.
For history and culture buffs or even if you yearn to come to terms with the early times of Melbourne, then it is prudent practice to schedule some time within the four walls of the famed Melbourne Museum. On top of boasting the largest IMAX in the entire Southern Hemisphere, the Museum allows one to tour through varying exhibits about Australia’s history, science and natural history as a whole. What’s more? Curious globetrotters will be treated to an actual and proper forest which serves as one of the highlights of being inside here.
A truly festive vibe envelops Queen Victoria Market which is by far one of the city’s prized possessions. From stores and boutiques where fancy accessories and fashion labels might be picked out to stalls selling fresh produce and heavenly baked goodies to keep your spirits up during the entirety of your time, the Market is well worth visiting when in Melbourne. City hotels the likes of Avani Melbourne Central Residences offer ease of access to this thriving hub which sees large swarms of people filling through its precinct regardless of the time of day.
The Central Business District is an attraction in itself featuring an assortment of laneways, each detailing a side of the city that you will surely fall in love with. For instance, look to Block Arcade which houses Hopetoun Tea Rooms where some of the tastiest and best cakes in town can be tucked into. From here onwards, beeline in the direction of Degraves Street which comes complete with a reputation for serving mouthwatering Pidapipo ice cream consisting of a stunning array of flavours & toppings.
A suburb of the city which possesses its own unique identity and collection of appeals is what St Kilda brings to the table on the subject of navigating Melbourne by yourself. Reaching St Kilda from the CBD can be done so via a tram ride and in turn, one will be handed countless opportunities to surround one’s senses with all of what St Kilda is known for. For example, walks along the Pier will see to it that breathtaking views of the sky will never be far away from your gaze while a gastronomic adventure can be had when at Acland Street. Moreover, St Kilda Beach offers up excellent conditions to swim and savour a section of Melbourne which is unlike no other.
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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.
