Vibrant Melbourne will entice you
Enjoy the area's architecture, art galleries and museums with a rental holiday home in Melbourne. Well known for its shopping, restaurants and theatres, this cosmopolitan city won't disappoint. There are plenty of places to find the perfect souvenir, including Melbourne Central, Collins Street and Queen Victoria Market. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Sightseeing in and around Melbourne
Are you hoping to find things to do while you're in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Melbourne a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. These are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- SEA LIFE Melbourne (0.4 mi / 0.6 km)
- Lightning Ridge Opal Mines (0.4 mi / 0.7 km)
- Melbourne City Baths (0.6 mi / 0.9 km)
- Sidney Myer Music Bowl (1 mi / 1.5 km)
- Melbourne Zoo (2.2 mi / 3.5 km)
- State Netball Hockey Centre (2.2 mi / 3.6 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Melbourne
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to take in the scenery, Melbourne is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Flagstaff Gardens (0.5 mi / 0.7 km)
- Birrarung Marr Park (0.7 mi / 1.2 km)
- Treasury Gardens (0.8 mi / 1.4 km)
- Carlton Gardens (1 mi / 1.5 km)
- Fitzroy Gardens (1.1 mi / 1.8 km)
- Royal Botanic Gardens (1.5 mi / 2.4 km)
Travelling to and around Melbourne
Fly into Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), the closest airport, located 7 mi (11.2 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, Flinders Street Station, Southern Cross Station and Showgrounds Station are the main stations in the city. You can get around Melbourne by jumping on the metro at Flagstaff Station, Melbourne Central Station or Parliament Station.