10 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 enjoy Royal Botanic Gardens and Melbourne Zoo. Head to Melbourne Central and Buxton Contemporaryfor plenty of shopping. Get out of town with these interesting Melbourne side-trips: Werribee Open Range Zoo (in Werribee), The Great Ocean Road (in Torquay) and Sovereign Hill (in Ballarat). And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at Melbourne Museum, get into the urban bustle at Federation Square, steep yourself in history at Old Melbourne Gaol, and enjoy breathtaking views from Eureka Skydeck.

To find traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Melbourne online driving holiday planner.

In April, daily temperatures in Melbourne can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.