There’s a constant hustle and bustle around Melbourne, intensified by the sun and warm weather. As summer approaches, the hermits come out of hiding and winter hibernation subsides. A spring day in Melbourne has endless possibilities for adrenaline seekers, lazy bones and everyone in between.
Outdoor & Nature Experiences
1. Ride a Bicycle Along the Beach
Ride a bicycle along the beach from Port Melbourne to Brighton. If you don’t own a bike Melbourne Bike Share has rows of bicycles for hire at 50 locations across the city. Daily or yearly memberships available.
2. Walk or Jog the Albert Park Track
Walk or jog the 5km track around Albert Park. Bring a picnic for the end and enjoy the lake-front city views.
3. Laze in the Botanic Gardens
Laze away the day soaking up the sun in the city’s botanic gardens. Bring a book and hunker down for the afternoon.
4. Go for a Hike in the Dandenong Ranges
Go for a hike in the Dandenong Ranges. The fresh spring air makes the city feel like a distant memory.
5. Ride Your Bike Along the Yarra River
Ride your bike along the Yarra River from the city.
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Food, Drink & Market Finds
6. Wander Through South Melbourne or Queen Victoria Market
Wander through the South Melbourne or Queen Victoria markets. South Melbourne’s dim sims are to die for and Queen Victoria’s stalls are ideal for souvenirs.
7. Go Café-Hopping
With numerous graffiti-lined lanes boasting gorgeous baked goods and superb coffee, spend the day sampling treats across town.
8. Enjoy an Hour of Happiness
There’s no shortage of bars and pubs in Melbourne, usually packed to the brim on a warm spring day. Find your local happy hour and snag a seat on the patio.
9. Fire Up a Communal BBQ
Throw another shrimp on the barbie! In many parks and beaches around Melbourne there’s communal BBQ’s to cook up an outdoor sausage sizzle.
10. Find a Local Food or Artist Market
There’s too many to name but St. Kilda’s Esplanade market on Sundays is a favorite amongst locals.
Adventure & Active Experiences
11. Skydive Over Elwood
Sky-dive your way to a perfect landing on Elwood’s foreshore fields. The view of Port Phillip Bay will be breathtaking…literally!
12. Go Kite-Surfing in St. Kilda
Go kite-surfing in St. Kilda. Wetsuit required…it’s not quite summer yet!
13. Take the Ferry from St. Kilda to Williamstown
Take the ferry from St.Kilda to Williamstown.
Arts, Culture & Local Discoveries
14. Stroll Down Chapel Street
Take a stroll down Chapel Street for shopping, eating, drinking or style-watching. Chapel Street never ceases to amuse.
15. Discover Abbotsford Convent
It’s got markets, amazing vegetarian food, live music and gorgeous river-front property to explore.
16. Go on a Photo Expedition
With the quirky art, modern and historic architecture, and eclectic communities, walk, bike or drive through the city and try to capture Melbourne through a lens.
17. Hang Out in Federation Square
It’s always a hub of activity and great for people watching.
18. Explore the Docklands
This up and coming section of the city is now alive with activity. Take a stroll around the area packed with café’s, restaurants and gorgeous city and bridge views.
Scenic Day Trips & Easy Escapes
19. Visit Healesville Sanctuary
An hour drive from Melbourne transports you to a beautiful country town with an excellent sanctuary filled with famous Aussie creatures.
20. Discover a New Suburb
Discover a new suburb by driving or getting on a train with no real destination. There are many interesting suburbs in this city, each one unique and with its own characteristics and charm.
