Melbourne, Australia
Coming
When flying into Melbourne you’ll arrive at either Melbourne Airport (MEL) the main international airport or Avalon Airport (AVV) for Jetstar and AirAsia flights.
The best way to get to the Central Business District (CBD) is by taking Skybus. You can purchase tickets online in advance or at the airport. It runs daily from 4:30 am to midnight leaving every 15 minutes. Prices vary depending on your destination as it also makes stopes in other parts of town. Prices range from $15 AUD to $24 AUD for a one way ticket with slight discounts for round trip tickets.
You can also take public transportation by buying a Myki card (Melbourne public transportation system) and taking the public bus. It will be cheaper but will take longer. Prices range from $4-$8 plus purchasing the Myki card.
You can also take the bus if you don’t mind long rides and it usually ends up being much cheaper than a flight. Take the overnight from Sydney and save yourself a night of accommodation. Find prices and schedules HERE.
Sleeping
CBD for first timers is a good bet. I enjoyed spending time in South Bank on sunny days and Fitzroy and Carlton for food and bars.
Doing
Always check the What’s on Melbourne page for news, events and articles about the city
21 Best Things to do in Melbourne plus day trips
Great Ocean Road
Eating
The Best Coffee and Brunch Spots
Naked for Satan – Pintxos are some of my favorite ways to eat food. Self serve as many as you want and keep your toothpicks to tally up at the end. Come for the great prices and good food stay for the atmosphere and drink selection.
Staying
3 – 4 days for the city and 1- 3 days for day trips
Going
North to Sydney, west to Adelaide or fly down to Tasmania
For more general information on traveling Australia such as visas, money, Covid updates and more, visit my Australia travel page.
