12 days in Melbourne Itinerary

The state of Victoria crown jewel, Melbourne boasts shaded streets, leafy residential neighborhoods, vibrant street life, and a picturesque city center.

Step off the beaten path and head to Australian Centre for the Moving Image and St Paul's Cathedral. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at St. Patrick's Cathedral and Immigration Museum. Change things up with these side-trips from Melbourne: Eastern Beach Reserve (in Geelong), Kryal Castle (in Leigh Creek) and Ballarat Wildlife Park (in Ballarat). Spend the 6th (Wed) exploring nature at Point Nepean National Park. The adventure continues: stroll through Bells Beach, take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens, contemplate the waterfront views at Yarra River, and explore the wealth of natural beauty at Dandenong Ranges National Park.

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If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major aiport is Melbourne International Airport. Expect a daytime high around 16°C in August, and nighttime lows around 6°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) so you can travel back home.