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The best free things to do
Whether or not you believe the best things in life are free, not everything in Melbourne has to cost a small fortune.
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A guide to Melbourne events, attractions, outdoor adventures and more
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The best bike trails
These cycling trails cover everything from beachfront boardwalks to twisting river paths, so saddle up and clip in!
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Secret spots to visit
If you're looking to explore some of Melbourne's lesser-known highlights, here are some of our favourites.
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The best cooking classes
With these helpful classes, your dinner parties are about to get a whole lot tastier.
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The best escape rooms
These puzzle rooms range from haunted houses to a zombie apocalypse, catering to all manner of phobias and fears.
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Exploring natural Victoria
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Cosy cabins you can stay in near Melbourne
If you're not a fan of roughing it but love the outdoors, try staying in a cosy cabin near Melbourne.
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Quirky Airbnbs you can book in Victoria
If you're looking for something fun for your next getaway from Melbourne, here are some quirky locations across Victoria to consider.
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The best waterfalls in Victoria
Forget what TLC said and go forth and chase down these magnificent waterfalls across our state.
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10 places in Victoria that look nothing like Victoria
We still manage to be a little surprised by our state every now and then.
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The best day hikes from Melbourne
We love this beautiful city of ours, but sometimes it's nice to get out into nature for a stroll – or something more intense.
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13 amazing natural wonders to visit near Melbourne
From surreal pink salt lakes to misty rainforests and ancient mountain ranges, Victoria is replete in natural wonders worth travelling for.
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Your guide to St Kilda
St Kilda maintains its vibrant sense of culture and pride (it's home to the Victorian Pride Centre, the first purpose-built centre for Australia's LGBTQIA+...
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Your guide to Fitzroy
Fitzroy is an eclectic suburb with a rich history etched into its old pubs and gay bars, narrow streets and terrace houses, long-lasting retailers and modern...
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Your guide to Brunswick
Brunswick’s reputation is as a hipster hotspot, but there’s a lot more to this vibrant area than just smashed avos and fancy lattes.
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Your guide to Footscray
When they came up with the phrase ‘west is best’, they must have been thinking about Footscray.
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Your guide to Yarraville
There's a reason Yarraville has been voted one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world.
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Pick up this hot and heavy romance book from a debut Aussie author ahead of Valentine’s Day
It goes without saying that Valentine’s Day can be a little overhyped. With grand gestures modelled on movies and packed restaurants where you can hardly...
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The most beautiful nature destinations for outdoor family getaways
Everyone has their own idea of the perfect escape. For some, it’s the chance to kick back and relax, while for others, it’s an opportunity to pedal...
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The best action-packed holiday destinations for adrenaline-junkie families
Few things compare to escaping the ordinary and getting the blood pumping with activities that make you feel alive. That’s why we’ve rounded up...
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Celebrate 100 years of The Great Gatsby with a trip to the ritziest hidden gems in New York State
Ahhh, New York, New York. It’s not the first – or last – time the magical state will be referenced in music and literature, and for good...
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The top 10 travel essentials you need to add to your packing list ASAP
If you’ve got your next holiday locked in, one of the best things you can do for your future self (who is hopefully laying on a beach with a cocktail in...
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101 things to do in Melbourne at least once in your life
These are the absolute must-do Melbourne bucket list items.
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The 60 best restaurants in Melbourne
Commit to making your way through Time Out’s list of the best restaurants in the state right now.
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The 50 best bars in Melbourne right now
These 50 bars represent the pinnacle of Melbourne drinking.
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The best tourist attractions in Melbourne
In Melbourne even the biggest tourist attractions are well worth a visit.
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The best art exhibitions in Melbourne this month
Spend some time exploring new exhibitions and some old favourites.