Thursday 10 November 2011

MELBOURNE TOUR GUIDE|MELBOURNE HOLIDAYS

Melbourne is the capital of Victoria and is the most populous region of Australia. It is among the wealthiest city of the world. Over the years the region has undergone a lot of development and is now amongst the top tourist attractions of the world. Those who wish to visit this place should book their tickets well in advance so as to avail cheap flights to Melbourne. It is a great holiday destination which assures its visitors a truly memorable time out here. The region is well known for its ancient as well as modern architecture. The people out here are very friendly and helpful in nature. Let us now discuss the three best places which one should visit while exploring the city.

  1. National Gallery of Victoria

This historical art museum is located on St. Kilda Road found in the central part of the city. This museum opened in 1861 is the oldest in the metropolis and is a very famous tourist attraction. For those taking flights to Melbourne it is best advised to book entry tickets online so as to avoid the long queue to obtain the access to this place. It is the best place to collect information on the history of the conurbation. Its gallery remains closed on Mondays. They place organizes many activities for all age groups. Visitors can also take guided tours to know the place better. The gallery is very popular for its exhibitions where one can find work of some great artists. One should not miss to visit the coffee shop inside.

  1. Werribee Open Range Zoo

Located on a 30 minute drive outside the city on the southern part this zoo is very different from the rest. It assures its visitors a memorable trip out here. This is definitely a must visit place for those taking Melbourne flights for the first time. While exploring, many animals such as giraffes and zebras can be seen roaming around freely. Also, various animals are kept in natural habitat enclosures. It is the best place in the metropolis to spend time with children and friends. Tourists can also take safari rides to explore the place in a short time. The best way to reach out here is by the ferry or the bus rides which are easily available. The zoo is the home to more than 40,000 animals.  

  1. Melbourne Aquarium

Located centrally, this underground aquarium is very picturesque and an amazing place to bring children and spend time. Those taking flights to Melbourne should try out the activities that are offered like shark dives, fish feeding and penguin passports to name just a few. Also, the aquarium has special activities for younger children apart from offering great dinning and shopping experiences for its visitors. One can also host birthday parties, marriages and conferences out here. It is a great place for children to beat the heat and have fun out here. Visitors will be delighted to know that the aquarium has also won many awards for having some of the finest underwater art collection. One can also avail the guided programs that are offered here.

1 comment:

  1. Thanks for sharing Melbourne Holidays guide with us. This will help a holiday maker a lot to plan his/her trip to Melbourne.

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