There is a soft spot in my heart for Melbourne as a former competitive tennis player. A city with great soul, a great casino, world class cricket, tennis and food. Get a car, drive the great ocean road for a day or two and you will return to it's siren call.
Crown Towers Melbourne
Ok, first with the hotel recommendations. The Crown casino is fantastic and the hotels that line the casino each have something to offer.
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BookThe Hotel Windsor
The old Victorian option, a classic stay in a timeless hotel.
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BookRendezvous Hotel Melbourne
More modern, mid priced, but a great option.
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BookThe Langham, Melbourne
The Langham again is top shelf and timeless in the room presentation.
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BookRydges Melbourne
Outstanding room views!
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BookCrown Melbourne
A second quality option on the river by the casino.
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BookCrown Metropol Melbourne
Another option at the Casino on the river.
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BookRod Laver Arena
The first sport of Melbourne, TENNIS! If you are lucky enough to be in town during the Open, you must attend matches. If not, take a tour.
See MoreMelbourne Park Tennis Experience
A tour option for your tennis fix.
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BookMelbourne Cricket Ground
The second most hallowed sport, cricket at the MSG. whether a test match or 20/20 march, this place has seen national Australian stars year over year.
See MoreNational Gallery of Victoria
World class!
See MoreAC/DC Lane
One of the most famous bands in the world and an attraction to match.
See MoreHosier Lane
This area of Melbourne is a walking half day must. The street art is unreal and if you take your time, the amount of public art in the alleys is astonishing.
See MoreQueen Victoria Market
Hit this eclectic and historic market.
See MoreFlinders Street
Stop by the historic central station and grab a meat pie from one of the vendors.
See MoreBrighton Bathing Boxes
Brighton is world famous for the beach houses and the colorful art on the outside of many.
See MoreDukes Coffee Roasters
So every day needs to start with a great cup of joe!
See MoreHigher Ground
Top brunch location in Melbourne.
See MorePoint Leo Surf Beach
Ok, so two surf locations recommended. The first of two, the other is on your drive along the great ocean road.
See MoreSt Andrews Beach Brewery
Beach, Beer, yes please.
See MoreElectric Bar
Hit the Electric Bar for the evening night cap.
See MoreChin Chin
We have found this to be a go to in the city trying multiple menu items.
See MoreCumulus Inc.
Cumulus delivers on all levels.
See MoreGreat Ocean Road
Ok, you cannot come to this part of the world without driving this wonder of the world. The geology, formations, extreme surf and multiple stops on this road are not to be outdone. Think Highway 1 on the California coast times 10.
See MoreTwelve Apostles
One of the first or last stops depending on which direction you drive the road, AMAZING!
See MoreBells Beach
As you drive the great ocean road, Bells Beach is the pro surfers choice. Hit a day when the waves are 10 meters plus and you will experience world class surfing.
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