Melbourne (Victoria, Australia) Port

Melbourne is a wonderful city that combines contemporary skyscrapers and conveniences with picturesque natural scenery. It’s very cultural, with galleries and theatres alongside fashion boutiques and fantastic restaurants, while the locales are welcoming and accommodating. Within just a few minutes’ drive, you can explore the huge Royal Botanic Gardens, with its beautiful array of flora considered to be some of the best in the world. And nearby you’ll also find Yarra Valley, a world-class wine region.

If Australian wildlife piques your interest, consider a visit to the Healesville Sanctuary. Here you can get close to a huge array of native species, including koalas, Tasmanian devils, platypus, emus, wombats and more. Or take a trip on the Puffing Billy Train, one of the most iconic steam railways still in existence, and explore the scenic Dandenong mountain ranges to see what wildlife you can spot in its natural habitat. For those with an interest in the heritage of the area, Sovereign Hill tells the story of the gold rush days, and even lets you pan for gold in an interactive outdoor museum.

The currency in Melbourne is the Australian Dollar. Melbourne is 10 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT +10).