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Australia's cultural epicentre, Melbourne is a trove of cool cafés and restaurants, indie galleries and cutting-edge to couture fashions. Despite this polished reputation, some of its inhabitants are downright wild-- penguins and possums, koalas and kangaroos; nature isn't far away from the cosmopolitan city of Melbourne, located in the southeast province of Victoria. Read more about Melbourne
More about Melbourne
The beach suburb of St. Kilda is home to an adorable Fairy (or little) penguins colony, which you can spot just before dusk swimming into their rocky nests by the shore. Another kind of wild life ensues at night where St. Kilda's established music venues open up, hosting local bands to international acts. St. Kilda is also home to Luna Park, a small amusement park with lots of character. Visitors enter through the mouth of a painted face, also the iconic face of St. Kilda. Here you can ride the world's oldest continuously operating roller coaster, The Great Scenic Railway.
North of Melbourne's bustling Central Business District is St. Kilda's rival suburb, Fitzroy. Its hipster vibe appeals to a younger demographic and is a hub for live music, small gallerie, artist studios and quirky coffee shops. Oh, the coffee shops. No matter where you are in Melbourne, its love of the bean and caffeine is apparent, with more cafes per capita than anywhere in the world. Yes, the world! (Sorry, maybe we should lay off the coffee.) Be sure to order a flat white, the beloved Aussie version of a latte.
Style is a big part of Melbourne's fabric, but sport stitches it together. Situated in the province of Victoria, Melbournians take their Australian Football League (footy) very seriously. Same goes for cricket, played in the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the largest sports stadium in the Southern Hemisphere and the world's largest cricket stadium. Horse-racing is a passionate pastime; the country stops to watch the Melbourne Cup race every November. The Australian Open, one of the biggest professional tennis events, also takes place in Melbourne.
What's the best time to visit Melbourne? Winter months can get downright chilly and summers are stifled by heat and tourists, so best to go during the shoulder seasons when both temperatures and crowds are moderate. Victoria has the opposite seasons as us, making March to May autumn and September to November the spring.
Foodies, fashionistas, footy and fauna help make Melbourne a dynamic destination. Speaking of 'f' words, our flights from Vancouver to Melbourne are unbeatable, so consult a Flight Centre expert to book your unforgettable trip Down Under.