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Visiting Melbourne

Families will find kid-friendly activities in Melbourne, and visitors give high marks for the shopping, renowned art, and fascinating museums. Tourists who journey to this vibrant city can discover its architecture, restaurants, and theaters. Top sights in the city include Melbourne Cricket Ground, St. Kilda Beach, and Bourke Street Mall.

• There are 1715 hotels and other accommodations in Melbourne
• The closest major airport is in Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), 7 mi (11.2 km) from the city center
• The next closest is in Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine), 11.7 mi (18.9 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Melbourne

Known for its art, museums, and theaters, the city's cultural venues include National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne Museum, and Union Lane. Families come for attractions such as SEA LIFE Melbourne, Melbourne Zoo, and Luna Park. The city's natural beauty is on display at St. Kilda Beach, Royal Botanic Gardens, and Dandenong Ranges National Park.

In Melbourne, you'll be able to select from 1715 hotels and other lodging accommodations so you'll have ample places to choose from for your holiday getaway. Here you'll find top ranked ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• Bungunyah Apartments - With a stay at this 4-star apartment, guests can enjoy access to free parking and a library, along with an in-room kitchen. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its family-friendly amenities and quiet location.
• Eagle Hammer Cottages - Our customers like the breakfast at this cottage. This 4.5-star cottage features free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.
• Arcadia Cottages - With a stay at this 4.5-star cottage, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and free parking, along with an in-room kitchen. Expedia customers like its proximity to shopping.

Other favorite sights in Melbourne include Melbourne Cricket Ground, Bourke Street Mall, and Melbourne Central.

Getting Around Melbourne

With so many transportation options, exploring all of Melbourne is simple. Walk to nearby metro stations like Flagstaff Station, Melbourne Central Station, and Parliament Station. If you want to see more of the area, hop aboard a train from Flinders Street Station, Southern Cross Station, or Showgrounds Station.

Dressing for Melbourne

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 80°F and the nighttime average to be 50°F
• From April to June, temperatures average about 68°F during the day and 41°F at night
• July through September averages 64°F during the day and 41°F at night
• In October-December, the average temperature is 75°F during the day and 45°F at night
• About 0.47 inches of rain falls on Melbourne each year
• Hottest months are usually February and January with an average temperature of 78°F, while the coldest months are July and June with an average of 41°F