Visiting Melbourne

🌆 Visiting Melbourne

Melbourne is Australia’s cultural capital – a vibrant and dynamic city packed with art, food, music, sport, nature, and coffee that’s second to none. Make the most of your trip to the International Symposium on Food & Feed Extrusion by exploring the incredible variety that Melbourne and its surrounds have to offer.

🏙️ In and Around Melbourne

  • Explore Melbourne’s iconic laneways filled with graffiti and street art
  • Discover the city’s renowned coffee and brunch culture
  • Visit local markets (Queen Victoria Market, South Melbourne Market)
  • Lygon Street (Carlton) – Melbourne’s “Little Italy”
  • Stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens
  • Experience Melbourne’s passion for AFL football at the MCG
  • Relax at St Kilda beach or enjoy sunset drinks on the pier
  • Immerse yourself in the city’s art galleries, museums, and bars

🌊 Day Trips & Nature

🐧 Phillip Island & Wilsons Promontory

  • Watch the Penguin Parade at sunset
  • Cuddle koalas and feed kangaroos at Moonlit Sanctuary
  • Hike the pristine wilderness of Wilsons Prom and enjoy stunning beaches

🌿 Great Ocean Road

  • World-famous road trip past Bells Beach, Lorne, Apollo Bay
  • View the majestic 12 Apostles
  • Explore the Otway Rainforest on a treetop walk or waterfall trail

🍷 Wine, Cheese & Chocolate

🍇 Yarra Valley

  • Visit boutique wineries, cheese farms, and chocolateries
  • Hike through nearby ranges or take a hot air balloon ride

🌅 Mornington Peninsula

  • Relax at the Peninsula Hot Springs
  • Enjoy coastal walks, wineries, and craft breweries

🏞️ Mountains & Forests

🍂 Mount Macedon

  • Autumn trees, quaint cafes, and mushroom foraging
  • Spectacular hikes through cool-climate forests

🌲 Dandenong Ranges

  • Home to rainforest trails, waterfalls, charming villages, and cafes
  • Popular for gardens, hiking, and puffing billy railway

🖼️ Arts & Culture

  • National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) – Australia’s oldest and most visited art museum.
  • ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image) – Great for film and digital culture.
  • Street Art Tours – Explore world-renowned laneways like Hosier Lane.

🎭 Events & Sport

If you’re around a few extra days, check what’s on:

  • Live sport – AFL, cricket, tennis, and more at the MCG or Marvel Stadium.
  • Theatre & Comedy – Melbourne’s live arts scene is world-class.
  • Festivals – Melbourne International Film Festival, Food & Wine Festival, and others may align with your visit.
  • Yarra River Walk – Scenic walks and bike paths right through the city.

🛍️ Shopping & Fashion

  • Bourke Street Mall & Emporium – Central shopping destinations.
  • Brunswick Street (Fitzroy) – Eclectic boutiques and vintage stores.
  • Chadstone Shopping Centre – The largest shopping mall in the Southern Hemisphere.

🚇 Getting Around

Melbourne’s public transport system (trams, trains, and buses) is accessible and reliable. The Free Tram Zone operates in the city centre – perfect for exploring.

Download the PTV app or use Google Maps for real-time trip planning.