What to see in Melbourne

Melbourne highlights

The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.

1. Federation Square

   A cultural square by the Yarra.

2. Laneways · coffee

   Graffiti laneways and speciality coffee.

3. St Kilda

   A seafront promenade, Luna Park and sunsets.

4. Queen Victoria Market

   A historic market for food and crafts.

5. Great Ocean Road (start)

   A coastal road trip to the Twelve Apostles.

Day trips from Melbourne

We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.

• Great Ocean Road ★ 4.9 (1,909 reviews)
• Phillip Island penguins ★ 4.8 (1,323 reviews)

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Typical food of Melbourne

The dish you have to try there and how to make it at home, to whet your appetite before the trip (or to go back to Melbourne from your kitchen).

Flat white

Melbourne’s coffee (Sydney and Wellington claim it too): a double espresso with finely textured milk and no froth, in a small cup. The city runs on its coffee culture.

• Serves 1
• 5 min

Ingredients

• 18 g ground espresso coffee (for a double)
• 120 ml cold whole milk

How to make it at home

1. Make a double espresso in a cup of about 160 ml.
2. Texture the milk with the steam wand: place the tip just below the surface to create a fine microfoam, without big bubbles.
3. Heat to about 60 °C (you should be able to hold the jug without burning yourself).
4. Tap the jug and swirl it so the milk turns glossy.
5. Pour from close to the coffee, leaving a thin layer of foam on top.

The trick: Less milk and less froth than a cappuccino: the coffee comes first.

Frequently asked questions about Melbourne