9 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.

Explore Melbourne's surroundings by going to The Great Ocean Road (in Torquay), Werribee Open Range Zoo (in Werribee) and YCW Beach (in Smiths Beach). Dedicate the 14th (Sun) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. On the 15th (Mon), give your taste buds a day to remember with a local gastronomic tour. Next up on the itinerary: take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens, see the interesting displays at Melbourne Museum, pause for some photo ops at Shrine of Remembrance, and head off the coast to Koala Conservation Centre.

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If you are flying in from Chile, the closest major aiport is Melbourne International Airport. In February, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 16°C.