Melbourne Cruise Arrivals Guide 2012/13 by Destination Melbourne

MELBOURNE Cruise Arrivals Guide Discover the city and beyond

Welcome to Melbourne, Victoria Hugging the base of the Australian east coast, Victoria is Australia’s secondsmallest state, covering 227,600 square kilometres – roughly the size of the British Isles. Packed into such a compact area is a wealth of diverse landscapes, from national parks teeming with wildlife to wineries, lakes and mountains. Best of all, many of Victoria’s unique and varied attractions are easily accessible as day trips from Melbourne. Victoria’s capital, Melbourne is located around the shores of Port Phillip Bay. Today a city of nearly 4 million people, Melbourne was established on the banks of the Yarra River in 1835. Renowned for its sense of style and elegance, Melbourne boasts world class festivals and events, Australia’s best shopping; a lively passion for eating and drinking, and a flourishing passion for the arts. With a huge variety of landscapes, a welcoming capital city, and a decidedly mild climate, Victoria can’t fail to impress... in fact you’ll love every piece of it! Image: John Gollings

City of Melbourneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Visitor Services On Arrival Make the visitor information desk at Station Pier your first port of call on arrival in Melbourne. Friendly local volunteers will motivate you with ideas on things to see and do, and directions on how to get around. In Melbourne City Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square A one-stop-shop for visitors providing information on Melbourne. You will find a wide range of free brochures, maps, quality souvenirs, internet facilities, a booking service and personalised advice. Open daily from 9am to 6pm (except Christmas Day). Melbourne Visitor Booth in the Bourke Street Mall Friendly volunteers can supply you with maps and information on shopping, events and attractions. Open daily from 9am to 5pm (except Good Friday and Christmas Day). City Ambassadors Dressed in their distinctive red uniforms, the ambassadors provide a mobile, visitor information service in the central city. Monday to Saturday from 10am to 4pm and Sundays from noon to 3pm (except Good Friday and Christmas Day). Explore Melbourne Melbourne Greeter Service The Melbourne Greeter Service is a free, two-four hour orientation of the city with a local volunteer. Orientations in English are conducted daily at 9.30am departing from the Melbourne Visitor Centre. Orientations are also available in other languages. Bookings are essential, phone (03) 9658 9658 on weekdays and (03) 9658 9942 on weekends, or visit melbourne.vic.gov.au/greeter For More Information Ph: (03) 9658 9658 melbourne.vic.gov.au/touristinformation touristinformation@melbourne.vic.gov.au

Getting Around Melbourne The easiest way to get from your ship at Station Pier to the city centre is by tram using a myki card. myki is Melbourne’s ticket to travel on the city’s trains, trams and buses. Follow these easy steps for a quick tram ride to the centre of Melbourne. 1. Pre-purchase a myki from the Public Transport Victoria counter located in the upper level foyer of the international terminal. 2. Board the Route 109 to Box Hill tram at the stop at the end of the pier. 3. Validate your ticket by touching your myki on one of the green myki readers on board the tram. Route 109 travels through Port Melbourne past the Crown Entertainment Complex. It crosses the Yarra River before turning right into Collins Street to take you into the heart of the city. From the city centre you can connect with many other train, tram, or bus services using the same myki. Don’t forget to touch on and off your myki each time you enter a train station or board a tram or bus. Returning to Station Pier To return to Station Pier just board any west bound Route 109 tram to Port Melbourne at tram stops along Collins Street. * Passengers in wheelchairs or who have access issues can board the tram easily at the end of the pier as well as various city locations. Free City Circle Tram The City Circle tram service provides a free and convenient way to get around central Melbourne. The burgundy and gold tram travels past major attractions and shops. See the Melbourne City Map in this guide for details on the City Circle tram route. PTV Cruise Express Bus A one-way shuttle bus to the city centre operates between 8am and 11.30am, for most cruise ships. This service runs express from the international terminal to Arts Centre Melbourne on St Kilda Road. To board the bus, you must pre-purchase a myki from the Public Transport Victoria counter. Taxis Whether you want to go to the city centre or nearby St Kilda, Melbourne’s taxis will get you there. Their bright yellow colour makes them easy to spot. Taxi fares vary, so estimate the cost of your trip at taxi.vic.gov.au/fareestimator. For More Information ptv.vic.gov.au or call 1800 800 007 (toll-free) taxi.vic.gov.au or call 1800 638 802 (toll-free)

Melbourne’s Shopping You can’t beat Melbourne’s major department stores and shopping centres for the biggest and best choice of international and local designers. Let your tour of the city take in Australia’s oldest department stores David Jones and Myer. Explore the Queen Victoria Market, find a bargain in Melbourne’s factory outlets and warehouses or shop till you drop in arcades and laneways brimming with designer boutiques and fashion houses. Laneway Edge Make sure you include the city’s unique laneways on your journey. These are havens for small boutiques specialising in Australian designers, jewellery, accessories and international fashion. At nearby Little Collins Street and neighbouring Howey Place you can find some of our home-grown designers including Alannah Hill, Bettina Liano and Scanlan & Theodore. High End Shopping Those seeking out leading international fashion labels can stroll down Collins Street for the best in high end fashion. All fashion tastes are catered for by flagship department stores, David Jones and Myer, both in Bourke Street Mall, as well as other popular brands. Under One Roof For a wide range of designers and retailers under the one roof you can’t go past retail centres such as Melbourne’s GPO, Melbourne Central, QV Centre, Collins two3four, Australia on Collins and Collins Place. Most stores are open seven days, and many stay open late on Friday. Harbour Town Shopping Centre at Docklands, is Australia’s home of outlet and specialty shopping with over 180 brand direct outlet and specialty stores. DFO (Direct Factory Outlet) South Wharf offers big brands, big bargains and big savings. Chadstone in Melbourne’s south east is the largest shopping centre in the Southern Hemisphere with over 530 stores. For tourists, free 30 minute shuttle bus transfers depart Melbourne’s city centre. You’ll find over 120 big name brands all under the one roof. Queen Victoria Market An historic landmark, and the largest open air market in the Southern Hemisphere is a favourite institution for Melburnians. Situated at the top end of Elizabeth Street, the Queen Victoria Market bursts with fresh produce, international cuisine, a wondrous range of wares, clothing and souvenirs and is a must see for visitors. Corner Victoria & Elizabeth Steets Open Tuesday & Thursday, 6am to 2pm; Friday, 6am to 5pm; Saturday, 6am to 3pm and Sunday, 9am to 4pm

Melbourne’s Dining Café Culture Melburnians are passionate about coffee and you can find an expertly brewed coffee from one of the many great inner-city cafés. Pelligrini’s Espresso Bar on Bourke Street, Brunetti in City Square, Federal Coffee Palace at GPO, or Degraves Street are all great places to get a caffeine fix. For a cosy, bookish café experience settle in at Mr Tulk, on the sunny side of the State Library of Victoria, where they serve great coffee, delicious breakfasts and light meals all day. If sugar is what you crave, stop off at Laurent Patisserie in Little Collins Street and sample one of their delicate but oh-so-sweet creations. A short taxi ride from Station Pier is St Kilda. A wander along St Kilda’s Acland Street would not be complete without a coffee or a meal at a local favourite Ciccolina. Multicultural Melbourne For all the colours, variety and delicious flavours of Asia, take a stroll through Chinatown in Little Bourke Street, where you can savour award winning delicacies at the Flower Drum. There is great yum cha at the Shark Fin Inn and sharp, innovative south-east Asian influenced food at Gingerboy. Gertrude Street Enoteca in Fitzroy serves gorgeous seasonal Italian food, complemented by a staggering selection of European wines. To sample some more of Melbourne’s rich Mediterranean heritage head to the grand Grossi Florentino in Bourke Street or Café Di Stasio in St Kilda. For a taste of modern Greece, book a table at The Press Club on Flinders Street. If you have your heart set on tapas, make your way to Johnston Street in Fitzroy, or maybe to MoVida, tucked away in Hosier Lane, near Federation Square.

Published By: Destination Melbourne™ Ltd. Level 3, 290 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000 (03) 9869 2444 www.destinationmelbourne.com.au While every attempt has been made to ensure accurate information at the time of going to press, the publishers accept no responsibility for supplied information or omissions. If you have any feedback on this publication please email: info@destinationmelbourne.com.au 2012 – 2013 Edition

Aboriginal Culture Wominjeka - Welcome For Aboriginal people, the place now known as Melbourne has been home since the beginning of time. The sprawling metropolis of this urban city rests upon the ancestral lands of the Kulin Nation of the Boonerwrung and Woi Wurrung (Wurundjeri) people. Aboriginal Heritage Walk at the Royal Botanic Gardens The Aboriginal Heritage Walk is a vibrant cultural experience providing an opportunity for visitors to explore traditional uses of plants for food, medicine, tools and ceremony. Chat to your guide over a cup of lemon myrtle tea, while sitting beneath the paperbark gum tree and discover the ancestral lands that the Royal Botanic Gardens now occupies. Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne Bunjilaka, Melbourne Museum Bunjilaka is a word derived from two local Aboriginal languages meaning ‘creation place’ and is the name of the Melbourne Museum’s Aboriginal Centre. Bunjilaka’s significant collection of Aboriginal cultural heritage items is complemented by a series of performance, exhibition and meeting spaces including a native garden area. 11 Nicholson Street, Carlton Koorie Heritage Trust Cultural Centre Protects, promotes and preserves the living culture of south-east Australian Koorie* people and history. The centre provides guided tours, an introduction to Koorie culture, walks along Birrarung - the Yarra River, art exhibitions and a gift shop selling an extensive range of authentic locally produced Aboriginal artworks and products. 295 King Street, Melbourne The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia The Ian Potter Centre at Federation Square is the home of Australian art with superb collections of Australian Indigenous and non-Indigenous art from the Colonial period to the present day. With more Australian art on permanent display than any other gallery in the world, as well as special exhibitions and programs. Federation Square, Flinders and Russell Street, Melbourne Koorie Connections - Altair Aboriginal owned and operated, this retail outlet is located within the Queen Victoria Market specialty shops. Visitors can buy authentic Indigenous art and products including original artworks, boomerangs, didgeridoo, pottery, books and canvas prints. Queen Victoria Market, 145 Victoria Street, Melbourne

Explore Victoria in a Day For cruise ship passengers there are a great variety of options for shore excursions within a ninety minute drive from Melbourne. The state’s compact size means its unique and varied landscapes are easily accessible - including natural attractions such as temperate rainforests, spectacular coastal scenery, volcanic plains, vineyards, magnificent rivers and fields of wildflowers. Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges The Yarra Valley is home to Victoria’s earliest vineyards. Numerous wineries provide cellar-door sales and tastings of hand-crafted wines, and have restaurants serving gourmet food and fine local produce. Also in the Yarra Valley, the Healesville Sanctuary is where you can see native Australian wildlife like koalas, dingos, kangaroos, wombats and platypus in natural surroundings. 1 - 1½ hours from Melbourne Mornington Peninsula The Mornington Peninsula is dotted with historic seaside villages. Visit stylish Sorrento with its fine nineteenth-century buildings and many excellent eateries, boutiques and galleries. Stop off at Mornington and dine in one of its cosmopolitan sidewalk cafés or take a stroll along its picturesque harbour. Visit the charming nineteenth century fishing hamlet of Flinders and take a trip to nearby Cape Schanck where you can enjoy superb views of Bass Strait. 1 - 2 hours from Melbourne Daylesford & The Macedon Ranges Flock to the Macedon Ranges and Spa Country to enjoy Australia’s largest concentration of mineral springs, scenic surroundings, a thriving arts and craft community, and award-winning food and wine. Revive and indulge in a luxurious spa bath, flotation tank, massage or enjoy many of the region’s towns and attractions. 1½ hours from Melbourne Geelong & The Bellarine Peninsula Geelong takes full advantage of its unique north-facing bay with fabulous waterfront eateries, landscaped gardens and walking paths set against the backdrop of Corio Bay. Stroll past the sculptured bollards dotted along the foreshore that chronicle characters from the city’s past and present. Geelong is also the major gateway to The Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road. 1 - 2 hours from Melbourne

Explore Victoria in a Day Goldfields Grand nineteenth-century buildings grace the streetscapes of Ballarat and Bendigo, while townships like Maldon and Castlemaine wear their goldrush heritage on their sleeves. Sovereign Hill, a living outdoor museum, recreates a goldmining town and the life of its people in the 1850s, a must see for all visitors. Besides goldrush history and culture, the Goldfields entice with fine food and wine, outstanding art galleries and extensive parklands and gardens. For superb collections of local and European paintings, visit two of Australia’s best regional galleries - the Ballarat Fine Art Gallery and Bendigo Art Gallery. 1½ - 2 hours from Melbourne Phillip Island Phillip Island is famed for seeing Australian wildlife in its natural habitat. It is home to a colony of little penguins that make their way from the sea up Summerland Beach to their burrows every day at dusk. Phillip Island is also home to Australia’s largest colony of fur seals, koalas and a large population of mutton birds and migratory waterbirds. Ideally your ship will be staying overnight or depart late at night to allow you to witness the penguin parade at dusk. 1½ - 2 hours from Melbourne The Great Ocean Road The Great Ocean Road winds westwards from the major regional city of Geelong to the South Australian border. One of the most visited stretches of road is the Port Campbell National Park, home to significant areas of native bushland and fauna. The coastline has been sculpted over millions of years to form a series of striking natural features. You can wander the boardwalks and paths at the Twelve Apostles, remarkable limestone rock stacks rising from the ocean, while further along, London Bridge is another amazing rock formation not to be missed. Experiencing the Great Ocean Road requires a minimum of two days/one night. If you are short of time, you can still have a taste of it by joining an express bus tour or a charter plane tour. 3 - 5 hours from Melbourne

Parks & Gardens Melbourne’s gorgeous helping of spring, summer, autumn and winter make it a gardener’s joy. So it’s no surprise to see so much space in and around the city centre dedicated to some of the most beautiful and innovative parks and gardens in the land. Royal Botanic Gardens Top of the list with historic trees, gracious planting’s, undulating lawns - it’s heaven on earth. Especially for the botanically minded. The incredible variety of native and imported specimens is as fascinating as it is beautiful. Fitzroy Gardens Just east of the CBD are the Fitzroy Gardens, popular among picnickers, sightseers and photographers - and no wonder. Historic buildings nestle among the trees, belying the fact that a bustling metropolis is only a block away. Here you can escape the hustle and bustle without having to leave the city at all. Birrarung Marr This is Melbourne remember, so the grace of the bygone era is wonderfully complemented by the contemporary. The latest editions to Melbourne’s garden landscape are Birrarung Marr - a large, open public space adjacent to the Yarra, distinctive for its native planting’s and linear design - and the water sensitive public spaces of the Docklands district - which have the added bonus of being filled with incredible works of urban art.

Internet Access Beacon Cove Foodstore - located at the end of the Pier Melbourne Visitor Centre - Federation Square, corner Flinders and Swanston Streets, Melbourne E Lounge - 9 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne Free Wi-Fi Access Free Wi-Fi hotspots are located throughout the city. Leading destinations like Federation Square, Eureka Skydeck, Melbourne Central, Melbourne Zoo, State Library of Victoria, Southgate and Queen Victoria Market provide this service. Refer to the Melbourne City Map in this guide for free Wi-Fi locations throughout the city centre.

Nature & Wildlife Victoria’s fascinating native wildlife includes kangaroos, koalas, wombats, platypus, echidnas and lovable little penguins. You can find any number of these creatures by visiting one of the following attractions: Melbourne Aquarium Situated on the banks of the Yarra, the Melbourne Aquarium is home to fascinating marine creatures. An entertaining and educational experience with four exciting worlds to discover and enjoy. Don’t miss your chance to marvel at the majestic King and cute Gentoo penguins. Corner King & Flinders Streets Open daily, 9.30am to 6pm Melbourne Zoo Located five minutes from the city you can view more than 350 animals in brilliant botanical settings. Wander through an African and Asian Rainforest displaying gorillas, pygmy hippopotamuses, mandrills, tigers and otters. There is also an extensive collection of Australian animals to see including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, platypus, penguins and seals. Elliott Avenue, Parkville Open daily, 9am to 5pm Healesville Sanctuary Healesville Sanctuary, in the heart of the Yarra Valley, is world-renowned as the best place to see more than 200 species of Australian wildlife in their natural habitat. The Sanctuary’s 30 hectares (70 acres) of bushland offers a distinctly Australian setting for visitors to experience unique close-up encounters with some of Australia’s unique and endearing wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, emus, dingoes, birds of prey and platypus. Badger Creek Road, Healesville Open daily, 9am to 5pm 1 hour from Melbourne Moonlit Sanctuary Winner of the Victorian Tourism Awards in Ecotourism, cuddle up to koalas, feed kangaroos and wallabies, meet endangered species all in a beautiful bushland setting. Inspired by the work of famous British conservationist Gerald Durrell, Moonlit Sanctuary is now home to 50 Australian species. Many, including about 80 wallabies, are free to roam through the bush and give visitors a rare natural encounter. 550 Tyabb Tooradin Road, Pearcedale, Mornington Peninsula Open daily, 10am to 5pm 1 hour from Melbourne

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CITY MAP F4 7 FEDERATION SQUARE Corner Swanston and Flinders Street, Melbourne (03) 9655 1900 | www.fedsquare.com Federation Square is Melbourne’s meeting place – a unique cultural and events precinct featuring major art galleries, 16 restaurants and bars, speciality shops, free events and Wi-Fi, guided tours and visitor information services including boat, bus and bike tours and the Melbourne Visitor Centre.

CITY MAP D4 13 MELBOURNE AQUARIUM Corner King and Flinders Streets, Melbourne Open 365 days a year: 9.30am to 6pm (last admission 5pm) (03) 9923 5999 | www.melbourneaquarium.com.au Home to thousands of aquatic animals, Melbourne Aquarium is an entertaining experience with four exciting worlds to discover and enjoy. Marvel at the King and Gentoo penguins in Antarctica, and dive into the awe-inspiring depths of Australia’s oceans; with animal feeds and diver presentations daily. Tram: 35 (free City Circle), 70 or 75, stop 2.

CITY MAP E1 19 QUEEN VICTORIA MARKET Corner Elizabeth and Victoria Streets, Melbourne Open hours: Tue, 6am to 2pm; Thu, 6am to 2pm; Fri, 6am to 5pm; Sat, 6am to 3pm and Sun, 9am to 4pm (03) 9320 5822 | www.qvm.com.au Melbourne’s Queen Victoria Market is an intrinsic part of the city’s way of life. Fresh food, lively stall holders, specialty shopping and the promise of discovering something new has endeared the Market to locals for over 130 years. Tram: 19, 57 or 59, stop 7.

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CITY MAP H1 14 MELBOURNE MUSEUM 11 Nicholson Street, Carlton Open daily: 10am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day and Good Friday) 13 11 02 | www.museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum Judged Best Major Tourist Attraction in Australia for 2011. Melbourne Museum showcases Australian social history, Indigenous cultures, science and the environment. Adjacent to the World Heritage listed Royal Exhibition Building. Tram: 35 (free City Circle), 86, 95 or 96 to corner Nicholson and Gertude Streets.

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Docklands Drive, Docklands Open hours: Mon - Sat, 10am to 6pm; Sun and public holidays, 10am to 5pm (03) 9328 8600 | www.harbourtownmelbourne.com.au Harbour Town Shopping Centre is Australia’s home of outlet and specialty shopping with over 1,500 brands all in the one place. Brands include Toyworld, Forever New, Cotton On, Autograph, to name a few. Visit the Tourism Lounge for your free VIP discount card. Tram: 35 (free City Circle) 70, 86. Bus: Free Melbourne Visitor Shuttle. HARBOUR TOWN TOURISM LOUNGE

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260 Collins Street, Melbourne Open daily: check website for details (03) 9650 4355 | www.australiaoncollins.com.au Australia on Collins is the centre for Melbourne style, catering for every age, lifestyle, need and taste. With over 60 specialty stores to choose from including fashion, shoes, food, homewares, gifts, health & beauty. Where Melbourne loves to shop! Tram: 11, 31, 48, 109 or 112, stop 5. AUSTRALIAN BY DESIGN

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Shop 13, The Block Arcade, 282 Collins Street, Melbourne (03) 9663 9883 | www.australianbydesign.com.au Beautiful Australian made gifts and souvenirs, many are individually hand made. Aboriginal art and craft, timber, silk scarves, bronze, pewter, stunning hand blown glass, jewellery, original art. Many wonderful Australian gifts to choose from. Tram: 109 to Elizabeth Street.

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Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne Open 365 days a year: 7.30am to dusk (03) 9252 2429 | www.rbg.vic.gov.au Enjoy this tranquil oasis of beautiful plants and landscapes in what is considered to be one of the world’s finest gardens. Take a stroll beside the Ornamental Lake, see city views from the edge of Guilfoyle’s Volcano or visit The Terrace or Observatory Café for a delicious snack. Tram: 3, 5, 8, 16, 64, or 67 along St Kilda Road, stop 20. CITY MAP INNER MAP

Berth 5, Lower Promenade, Southgate Open hours: 10.30am to 3.30pm (03) 8610 2600 | www.melbcruises.com.au Take an award winning sightseeing cruise and discover the best of what Melbourne has to offer while gently meandering your way through this river city. Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee and relax as our captains detail the history of the Yarra and Melbourne. Tram: Any along Swanston Street, St Kilda Road or Flinders Street.

Arrivals Hall, Station Pier, Melbourne and 119 Swanston Street, Melbourne (03) 9662 3524 | www.nationalopal.com The spectacular showroom has Australia’s largest range of competitively priced tax-free opals and opal jewellery. You will also discover the link between the opal and the dinosaur at this free display of rare opal specimens and opalised fossils. Tram: 109 to Swanston Street.

F3 4 COLLINS STREET PRECINCT Collins Street, Melbourne Open daily: check website for details (03) 9639 4078 | www.collinsstreet.com.au Treat yourself to Collins Street! It’s a boulevard of chic designer shopping, five-star hotels, exclusive jewellers and grand heritage buildings. Take a ride on our trams to get a feel of Collins Street. We suggest Spring Street to Spencer Street and then back again. Tram: 11, 31, 48, 109 or 112.

E4 10 IMMIGRATION MUSEUM 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne Open daily: 10am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day and Good Friday) 13 11 02 | www.museumvictoria.com.au/immigrationmuseum Journey through Victoria’s history and explore the stories of people who have migrated from all reaches of the world to make Australia home. Guided tours available daily. Group bookings essential. Tram: 35 (free City Circle), 70 or 75, stop 3.

A1 16 MELBOURNE ZOO Elliott Avenue, Parkville Open daily: 9am to 5pm 1300 966 784 | www.zoo.org.au See over 300 different species at Melbourne Zoo! Explore the beautifully landscaped settings, see majestic Asian Elephants, sleek Sumatran Tigers, and Orang-utans swinging through the trees. Visit the Gorilla Rainforest or see Koalas and other unique native wildlife in the Australian bush setting. Tram: 55, stop 25. Train: Upfield Line to Royal Park Station. Bus: 505.

D4 22 WTC WHARF World Trade Centre (Riverside), Siddeley Street (near corner Spencer & Flinders Streets), Melbourne (03) 9629 9228 | www.wtcwharf.com.au WTC Wharf is Melbourne’s first absolute wharf edge dining precinct, with world class restaurants and bars. Directly across the river from Crown Entertainment Complex and Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. Tram: 109 from Port Melbourne, stop 124.

CITY MAP H4 COOKS’ COTTAGE Fitzroy Gardens, Wellington Parade, East Melbourne Open daily: 9am to 5pm (last entry at 4.45pm) (03) 9419 5766 | www.cookscottage.com.au Discover one of Melbourne’s great icons Cooks’ Cottage. Walk in the footsteps of the Cook family, learn all about Captain James Cook’s voyages and experience life in the 18th century as you tour the historical cottage, traditional English garden and the Discovery Centre. Tram: 48 or 75, stop 9.

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CITY MAP I5 17 NATIONAL SPORTS MUSEUM Gate 3, MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground), Jolimont Open daily: check website for admission times (03) 9657 8879 | www.nsm.org.au Come to the inner sanctum of the MCG and discover what makes Australia such a great sporting country. Experience an unforgettable MCG Tour, challenge your skills in Game On, have lunch in the Paddock Cafe and visit the MCG Superstore. Tram: 7C, 48, 70 or 75, stop 11. Bus: Free Melbourne Visitor Shuttle. Train: Richmond and Jolimont Stations.

INNER MAP B5 23 SOUTH MELBOURNE MARKET Corner Coventry and Cecil Streets, South Melbourne Open hours: Wed and weekends, 8am to 4pm; Fri, 8am to 5pm. Restaurants also open Wed - Sun nights (03) 9209 6295 | www.southmelbournemarket.com.au Famous for its fresh produce, South Melbourne Market is also home to street-dining, fashion, gifts, homewares and designers. Just a few minutes from Port Melbourne. Tram: 96, stop South Melbourne and 112, stop 127.

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CITY MAP A1 12 MEDIBANK ICEHOUSE Opposite Harbour Town - 105 Pearl River Road, Docklands 1300 756 699 | www.icehouse.com.au Medibank Icehouse is Australia’s state-of-the-art ice sports and entertainment venue, dedicated to providing a world-class experience for all of its guests. If you are a first time skater or an ice sports extraordinaire there are activities for every level of prowess. Tram: 35 (free City Circle), 70, 86. Bus: Free Melbourne Visitor Shuttle.

CITY MAP C4 18 POLLY WOODSIDE 2A Clarendon Street, South Wharf Sep - May: open daily, 10am to 4pm June - Aug: Wed - Sun, 10am to 4pm (03) 9699 9760 | www.pollywoodside.com.au The Polly Woodside, a 19th century tall ship, takes you on a journey into Australia’s rich maritime history. Enjoy a guided tour of the ship, the new hands-on gallery and watch a fascinating short film in the theatrette. Tram: 109 from Station Pier, stop 124A (Crown Casino).

INNER MAP B5 24 SOUTH MELBOURNE Clarendon Street, Cecil Street and from Coventry to Park Street www.southmelbourne.com South Melbourne offers great shopping with exclusive boutiques, local gift shops and homewares to stunning galleries and antiques. Wander past historical buildings and explore the eclectic laneways of this arts precinct. Enjoy a meal at an alfresco café/restaurant or experience local ambience and fresh produce at the bustling South Melbourne Market. Tram: 109, stop 125 (Port Junction) then walk right. Bus: 253.

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7 Riverside Quay, Southbank (03) 9693 8888 | www.eurekaskydeck.com.au Nothing you have ever experienced will prepare you for the awe inspiring views from the Southern Hemisphere’s highest viewing platform. Eureka Skydeck 88 with the world’s only ‘Edge Experience’ is an experience above all else. Tram: 55, stop 112. 1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 8, 16, 64, 67 or 72, stop 14.

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Take in Our Vibrant City Stroll along the magnificent foreshore to Bay Street and up into Port Melbourne to shop, dine, relax and pamper yourself. Head on to South Melbourne to enjoy boutique shopping, a world class market, stunning galleries and art-filled laneways. Pick up a bike from the Bike Share Stations and cycle across to Albert Park. This 225 hectare park offers a green sanctuary in all the hustle and bustle. Picnic in the sun, walk or jog around the lake or use the sports facilities. Further along the foreshore, iconic St Kilda never sleeps. Day or night you can soak up the eclectic culture and creativity that abounds. Explore famous Fitzroy and Acland Streets – dine or enjoy a coffee at one of St Kilda’s many cafés, restaurants or European bakeries. Relax, swim or dine at the St Kilda Sea Baths, browse the St Kilda Esplanade Arts and Crafts Market’s over 150 artisans stalls (10am - 5pm every Sunday), stroll the historic St Kilda pier, take in beautiful Catani Gardens and St Kilda Botanical Gardens or just relax and take in the atmosphere.

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Beach Street, Bay Street and adjacent streets 0401 557 809 | www.3207portmelbourne.com.au Renowned for welcoming visitors from around the world since the 1800s, Port Melbourne melds its colourful heritage with style in an exciting mix of vibrant shops and speciality stores, galleries, top class restaurants, funky bars, bustling cafés and stunning waters edge dining. Bay Street is an eight minute walk from Station Pier.

Getting There From Station Pier Port Melbourne Bay Street is an eight min walk along the foreshore. Or catch the 109 tram to North Port (stop 127), walk across to Bay Street and back down to Station Pier. South Melbourne Take the 109 tram to Port Junction (stop 125), walk right to Clarendon Street. Alternatively take the 253 bus from Bay Street (15 mins) or travel by taxi (10 min) or walk (45 minute stroll). St Kilda Take the 109 tram to Port Junction (stop 125), cross over and take the 96 or 112 to St Kilda. Travel by taxi (10-12 mins), catch the 606 bus (from corner Bay and Liardet Street) to Fitzroy Street. Or hire a bike from the Bike Share Station on Beach Street and cycle along the foreshore. Find out more at visitstkilda.com.au Pick up your copy of the free City of Port Phillip Visitor Map.

INNER MAP D7 26 ST KILDA (03) 8598 9344 | www.stkildamelbourne.com In St Kilda you can stroll the fashionable streets and pause to view cutting edge art, get your thrills on a roller coaster with a view of the sea, dine at a hatted restaurant, or throw back some cold ales in an iconic pub before watching a show at an historic theatre - visit, live, play St. Kilda. Tram: 96, 112, 16, 3/3a. Bus: 606.

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1341 Dandenong Road, Chadstone Open hours: Mon - Wed, 9am to 5.30pm; Thu - Fri, 9am to 9pm; Sat, 9am to 6pm and Sun, 10am to 5pm (03) 9563 3355 | www.chadstoneshopping.com.au Choose from over 530 stores, the largest collection of luxury brands under one roof, and the best Australian and International retailers. Free Fashion Shuttle leaves the CBD seven days a week from corner Flinders and Russell Streets (outside Fed Square). For enquiries, call 1300 668 467. CITY MAP F3 4 COLLINS STREET PRECINCT Collins Street, Melbourne Open daily: check website for details (03) 9639 4078 | www.collinsstreet.com.au Treat yourself to Collins Street! It’s a boulevard of chic designer shopping, five-star hotels, exclusive jewellers and grand heritage buildings. Take a ride on our trams to get a feel of Collins Street. We suggest Spring Street to Spencer Street and then back again. Tram: 11, 31, 48, 109 or 112.

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122 Studio Lane, Docklands Open hours: Mon - Sat, 10am to 6pm; Sun and public holidays, 10am to 5pm (03) 9328 8600 | www.harbourtownmelbourne.com.au The Tourism Lounge is your first stop to fashion and entertainment, offering customers a free VIP discount card. Other facilities include wheelchair, scooter and pram hire, prayer rooms, and complimentary tea and coffee. Tram: 35 (free City Circle), 70, 86. Bus: Free Melbourne Visitor Shuttle. CITY MAP E4 10 IMMIGRATION MUSEUM 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne Open daily: 10am to 5pm (closed Christmas Day and Good Friday) 13 11 02 | www.museumvictoria.com.au/immigrationmuseum Journey through Victoria’s history and explore the stories of people who have migrated from all reaches of the world to make Australia home. Guided tours available daily. Group bookings essential. Tram: 35 (free City Circle), 70 or 75, stop 3.

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295 King Street, Melbourne Open hours: Mon - Fri, 9am to 5pm and Sat, 10am to 4pm (03) 8622 2000 | www.koorieheritagetrust.com The Koorie Heritage Trust Cultural Centre hosts three fantastic gallery spaces displaying works from established and emerging Koorie (Victorian Aboriginal) artists. A permanent exhibition traces the story of Aboriginal Victoria and a retail shop stocking genuine Aboriginal products by local Koorie and national artists. Tram: 30 or 35 (free City Circle), stop 2. CITY MAP A1 12 MEDIBANK ICEHOUSE Opposite Harbour Town - 105 Pearl River Road, Docklands 1300 756 699 | www.icehouse.com.au Medibank Icehouse is Australia’s state-of-the-art ice sports and entertainment venue, dedicated to providing a world-class experience for all of its guests. If you are a first time skater or an ice sports extraordinaire there are activities for every level of prowess. Tram: 35 (free City Circle), 70, 86. Bus: Free Melbourne Visitor Shuttle.

CITY MAP D4 13 MELBOURNE AQUARIUM Corner King and Flinders Streets, Melbourne Open 365 days a year: 9.30am to 6pm (last admission 5pm) (03) 9923 5999 | www.melbourneaquarium.com.au Home to thousands of aquatic animals, Melbourne Aquarium is an entertaining experience with four exciting worlds to discover and enjoy. Marvel at the King and Gentoo penguins in Antarctica, and dive into the awe-inspiring depths of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oceans; with animal feeds and diver presentations daily. Tram: 35 (free City Circle), 70 or 75, stop 2.

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INNER MAP A1 16 MELBOURNE ZOO Elliott Avenue, Parkville Open daily: 9am to 5pm 1300 966 784 | www.zoo.org.au See over 300 different species at Melbourne Zoo! Explore the beautifully landscaped settings, see majestic Asian Elephants, sleek Sumatran Tigers, and Orang-utans swinging through the trees. Visit the Gorilla Rainforest or see Koalas and other unique native wildlife in the Australian bush setting. Tram: 55, stop 25. Train: Upfield Line to Royal Park Station. Bus: 505.

CITY MAP C4 18 POLLY WOODSIDE 2A Clarendon Street, South Wharf Sep - May: open daily, 10am to 4pm June - Aug: Wed - Sun, 10am to 4pm (03) 9699 9760 | www.pollywoodside.com.au The Polly Woodside, a 19th century tall ship, takes you on a journey into Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rich maritime history. Enjoy a guided tour of the ship, the new hands-on gallery and watch a fascinating short film in the theatrette. Tram: 109 from Station Pier, stop 124A (Crown Casino).

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CITY MAP D4 22 WTC WHARF World Trade Centre (Riverside), Siddeley Street (near corner Spencer & Flinders Streets), Melbourne (03) 9629 9228 | www.wtcwharf.com.au WTC Wharf is Melbourne’s first absolute wharf edge dining precinct, with world class restaurants and bars. Directly across the river from Crown Entertainment Complex and Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. Tram: 109 from Port Melbourne, stop 124.

Port Melbourne, South Melbourne & St Kilda Take in Our Vibrant City Stroll along the magnificent foreshore to Bay Street and up into Port Melbourne to shop, dine, relax and pamper yourself. Head on to South Melbourne to enjoy boutique shopping, a world class market, stunning galleries and art-filled laneways. Pick up a bike from the Bike Share Stations and cycle across to Albert Park. This 225 hectare park offers a green sanctuary in all the hustle and bustle. Picnic in the sun, walk or jog around the lake or use the sports facilities. Further along the foreshore, iconic St Kilda never sleeps. Day or night you can soak up the eclectic culture and creativity that abounds. Explore famous Fitzroy and Acland Streets – dine or enjoy a coffee at one of St Kilda’s many cafés, restaurants or European bakeries. Relax, swim or dine at the St Kilda Sea Baths, browse the St Kilda Esplanade Arts and Crafts Market’s over 150 artisans stalls (10am - 5pm every Sunday), stroll the historic St Kilda pier, take in beautiful Catani Gardens and St Kilda Botanical Gardens or just relax and take in the atmosphere. Getting There From Station Pier Port Melbourne Bay Street is an eight min walk along the foreshore. Or catch the 109 tram to North Port (stop 127), walk across to Bay Street and back down to Station Pier. South Melbourne Take the 109 tram to Port Junction (stop 125), walk right to Clarendon Street. Alternatively take the 253 bus from Bay Street (15 mins) or travel by taxi (10 min) or walk (45 minute stroll). St Kilda Take the 109 tram to Port Junction (stop 125), cross over and take the 96 or 112 to St Kilda. Travel by taxi (10-12 mins), catch the 606 bus (from corner Bay and Liardet Street) to Fitzroy Street. Or hire a bike from the Bike Share Station on Beach Street and cycle along the foreshore. Find out more at visitstkilda.com.au Pick up your copy of the free City of Port Phillip Visitor Map.

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Beach Street, Bay Street and adjacent streets 0401 557 809 | www.3207portmelbourne.com.au Renowned for welcoming visitors from around the world since the 1800s, Port Melbourne melds its colourful heritage with style in an exciting mix of vibrant shops and speciality stores, galleries, top class restaurants, funky bars, bustling cafĂŠs and stunning waters edge dining. Bay Street is an eight minute walk from Station Pier.