Melbourne city skyline. Photo by Justin Halliday.
Melbourne - the cultural capital of Australia. Melbourne - the fashion capital down under. Melbourne - the sporting capital of the southern hemisphere… Need any more monikers to convince you that a visit to Australia is not complete without touching down in this cosmopolitan city? Set on Port Phillip Bay in the south-east, and surrounded by rolling countryside, Melbourne is renowned for its four seasons in one day, giving it a pleasant unpredictability found in very few places in the world. Because of its temperate and varied climate, the city has drawn people from all over the world, lending itself to be molded by inhabitants from every corner of the globe and thereby offering everything from superb international cuisine to high-class and unique fashion. Melbourne is also known for its gritty live music scene, global sporting events, well-known international comedy and film festivals plus so much more. And with a fantastic network of trains, buses and trams, it is built to make your stay as hassle-free and convenient as possible… So come and visit Melbourne, you won't be disappointed.