How To Tour Melbourne in a Day

So you have a day to explore one of the most exciting cities in the world? The list of things one can do, see and experience in Melbourne is endless. A major city in Australia, it is known for a number of unique traits that separate it from the other capitals cities in the country. You may feel overwhelmed when doing an itinerary for your tour, so here’s a list to make things easier.
Find the right accommodation
To make the most of your day, it’s important to find accommodation that will help you travel with ease. Since hotels in the heart of Melbourne CBD are expensive South Yarra accommodation would be a good option. Serviced apartments such as Oaks South Yarra are a no-fuss-choice for any type of traveller.
Be amazed at the Eureka Skydeck
The Eureka Skydeck is definitely a great place to start your trip in Melbourne. You’ll be left breathless by the magnificent view of the city. You can take it to the next level by standing at the ‘Edge’ which a glass cube that projects out of the building with visitors inside it.
Hop on the City Circle Tram
You can see the highlights of Melbourne city when you hop on the City Circle Tram that runs free of charge. A running commentary provides ample information about the places of interest on route. Commuters are free to get off anywhere.
Discover the Docklands
Melbourne Docklands is a suburb perfectly located minutes away from the city’s Central Business District. You find shopping malls, restaurants, cafés, pubs and entertainment that the whole family can enjoy within the Dockland’s precinct. One of the significant features of Melbourne Docklands is the seven-kilometer waterfront that overlooks the Victoria Harbour. This area is referred to as the Docklands waterfront city. If you miss the Skydeck view, then squeeze in 30 minutes to ride on the Melbourne Star the country’s only observation wheel. It is the ideal flight to discover the Docklands from a different perspective. You can also see the Dandenong Ranges when you ride this giant wheel.
A quick shopping spree at the Bourke Street Mall
Shopaholics have much to look forward in Melbourne due to the diversity of shopping one can experience. Bourke Street Mall is the main shopping center in the CBD and you find main stores such as Myers and David Jones here. Located on the pedestrian friendly Bourke Street where traffic is restricted apart from the trams, you can walk around with ease here, even enjoying some window-shopping.
St. Paul’s Cathedral
To get a glimpse of Melbourne’s historical architecture step into the St. Paul’s Cathedral. The church is located in the city and the architectural designs are simply amazing. The gothic style architecture of the church is enough reason to visit it, irrespective of one’s religious beliefs.
Apart from the above attractions, the eccentric alleys, graffiti streets, the amazing art galleries and theaters, which are an essential part of Melbourne city life are things you can squeeze into the itinerary.
