15 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.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Royal Botanic Gardens and Melbourne Museum. Change things up with these side-trips from Melbourne: Werribee Open Range Zoo (in Werribee), The Great Ocean Road (in Torquay) and A Maze'N Things (in Cowes). Dedicate the 7th (Fri) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's much more to do: meet the residents at Melbourne Zoo, pause for some photo ops at Shrine of Remembrance, admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Victoria, and steep yourself in history at Old Melbourne Gaol.

To find maps, photos, and more tourist information, use the Melbourne trip maker.

If you are flying in from Malaysia, the closest major aiport is Melbourne International Airport. In June in Melbourne, expect temperatures between 16°C during the day and 6°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.