What are the most fun things to do in Melbourne on holiday? I've got 4 days as a solo female traveller in my 30s. I'm not into footy but open to shopping, good places to eat (cheaply), cultural things and tourist attractions. Inspire me!
posted by EatMyHat
on May 8, 2013 -
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I will soon be visiting Melbourne and Perth. Please tell me about your favourite hangouts and gin joints!
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posted by hot soup girl
on Oct 23, 2012 -
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I'm going to be spending the upcoming weekend in Melbourne, and am interested in shopping for vintage and handcrafted items, as well as general wandering/people watching. Where should I go?
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posted by Georgina
on May 17, 2012 -
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Sydney vs Melbourne as a pedestrian paradise: I am a sociologist doing a study which involves observing pedestrians/window shoppers/etc. I am based in New York City, which is fantastic for my field of work. In Feb/March, I plan to go to Australia for two months, to either Sydney or Melbourne. I have never been to Australia before. QUESTION: Which city has more of a "pedestrian culture"? That is, which is more of a "walking city?" (If you know New York City, my favorite place to observe is Union Square -- I am looking for a comparable location.) Would prefer a place filled with locals, not tourists. Thanks!
posted by laswingkid
on Nov 27, 2011 -
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Hey everyone. I'm going to Australia for 23 days in July, and would dearly love some advice as to how to spend them.
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posted by Kirn
on May 30, 2011 -
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Does anyone know any sections of rivers or creeks not too far out of Melbourne (Australia) that are very wide yet quite shallow? You know the type, like something you see in a documentary about Alaskan bears with pebbles on the bottom and crystal clear water. After swimming in an amazing river in West Virginia may years ago I've dreamed about finding a similar one over here.
posted by soymilk
on Feb 16, 2011 -
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I'm traveling with friends to Australia in March, and this will be the first time I've left North America! I'm covered on basic travel requirements (passport, ETA, etc), but what else should I bring with me? What should I know (about traveling, about Australia... anything!)?
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posted by katillathehun
on Jan 11, 2011 -
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Melbourne, Australia for the food and wine festival - Where to stay?
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posted by nvly
on Dec 9, 2010 -
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I'm an American guy in my mid-late twenties living in Melbourne, Australia for (at least) the next eight months. My social life was quite exciting when I first moved here during late summer, but lately it feels a bit stagnant at times. I'm looking for ideas of activities to get involved with, to make use of my free time and help me connect with new people (friends of both sexes, plus THE LADIES).
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posted by adamk
on Jul 25, 2010 -
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Do hackers go into people's Skype accounts and break up with the account owner's SO? Also, if there's anyone in Melbourne, Australia, preferably Carnegie, who could give me some help, I could definitely use it.
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posted by smorange
on Jul 5, 2010 -
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Looking for graffiti in Melbourne Australia of a big "CW" which stands for "Crime-wave" (a gang I believe).
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posted by Bacillus
on Feb 9, 2010 -
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Going to Melbourne (Australia) for 1 week have $400 how should I spend it? Accomodation has been paid...
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posted by Bacillus
on Feb 1, 2010 -
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I just got a research fellowship in Melbourne and am moving there in mid February- hooray! Now I need to find an apartment. Complications: I don’t know a soul there and I currently live in the United States.
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posted by emd3737
on Dec 4, 2009 -
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Tent-phobic city-dweller seeks weekend getaway suggestions which do not require a car to reach.
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posted by LongDrive
on Aug 21, 2009 -
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Sydney and Melbourne with a 10-month-old in September. Any suggestions?
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posted by k8t
on Aug 5, 2009 -
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New to contracting, and new to Australia. Can someone please help me find a company to sort out my insurances and payroll (and the 'living away from home allowance' -- or recommend an accountant if I need one?
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posted by Flying Squirrel
on Aug 5, 2009 -
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I'm going to be flying one way from Melbourne, Australia to Los Angeles with V Australia. It's cheaper to book a return ticket than a one way ticket. Can I cancel the return flight and get a refund?
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posted by Eastgate
on Jul 28, 2009 -
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How have landscapes transformed by drought in Australia (esp. Brisbane or Melbourne) impacted people's perceptions of climate change?
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posted by GIMG
on Jul 7, 2009 -
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TravelFilter: Will the current cheap flights between Australia and New York remain into 2010? And what times of the year are considered off-peak travel to NYC?
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posted by crossoverman
on Apr 28, 2009 -
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What shops should I go to in Melbourne, Australia, to buy inexpensive necessities (clothes, shoes, groceries, linens, electronics)?
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posted by mosessis
on Apr 27, 2009 -
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I'm visiting Australia for 10 days / 9 nights, flying in and out of Sydney. How would you divide your time amongst the various cities? 3 nights each in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane?
posted by smackfu
on Apr 3, 2009 -
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We’re hoping to rent a camper van in Melbourne (approx April 13), drop it off in Brisbane a week later. Any advice?
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posted by bookley
on Mar 25, 2009 -
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Building a website for a charity in Australia. Can I get any tax deductions from this? Does it make a difference if I charge them or if I do it for free?
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posted by Eastgate
on Jan 9, 2009 -
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I'm living in Melbourne, Australia, and I have a whole lot of unwanted clothing (some unworn or barely worn) that I want to donate to an op shop. Am I able to get any tax deduction for this?
posted by Eastgate
on Dec 25, 2008 -
1 answer
I'm currently looking to buy my first small flat in Melbourne, Australia and having no luck. Apart from the big two online sources, are there any other sources to see what's on the market, or to find places before they get listed?
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posted by LongDrive
on Dec 3, 2008 -
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Have you seen my people? They must be in Melbourne somewhere...
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posted by xz
on Nov 16, 2008 -
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Looking for a cheap place to stay for a week in Melbourne, the cheapest that meets these criteria: (1) Hotel is 30 minutes or less from the CBD by public transport; (2) I can get a two-person room with its own shower; (3) I will not get stabbed or robbed there.
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posted by No-sword
on Aug 29, 2008 -
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Where to stay in Melbourne, Australia? Need lodging for 5 nights in mid-April. Looking at hostels, but there are so many options and neighborhoods to choose from!
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posted by adamk
on Mar 9, 2008 -
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My family and I will be in Australia from March 14th, 2008 to the 26th. We'll be staying in Sydney for most of the trip (friends' apartment) but we also want to take a leisurely road trip to Melbourne. Do you have any recommendations what to do in Sydney, Melbourne and during the roadtrip?
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posted by Kattullus
on Dec 29, 2007 -
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From where in Melbourne, Australia can I borrow projectors (+ screens) for one night?
posted by PuGZ
on Aug 25, 2007 -
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One of the two big universities in Melbourne, Australia have radically changed their philosophy on education to be more in line with that of the US and Europe. Where should I go?
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posted by PuGZ
on May 27, 2007 -
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Help me not miss anything on my "once in a lifetime" trip through southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand!
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posted by antifuse
on Mar 28, 2007 -
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In Melbourne this weekend with my almost 12 year old daughter, staying in Carlton. What things are fun and don't require a car?
posted by i_am_joe's_spleen
on Mar 7, 2007 -
14 answers
Dear TravelFilter, I've got a day or two in Melbourne, Australia to kill - I'm into photography, modernist art and the like, and I want to take in the
MCG tour.
I have no private transport and don't want to stray to far from the city. What should I do ?
posted by oliyoung
on Oct 5, 2005 -
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AustraliaFilter: I am heading down under to Melbourne for 6 weeks (including Xmas and New Year's). Any suggestions for places to go, things to do? (slightly more inside).
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posted by costas
on Nov 11, 2004 -
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