Iconic laneways, eclectic nightlife, a dynamic arts scene, fabulous shopping, major sporting events and mouth-watering food and wine – Melbourne is the mecca for all things sporty, trendy and tasty. There’s always something, and somewhere, new to discover in Melbourne.

The café scene in Melbourne is world-class. Whether it be during the week or a weekend get together, nothing says relaxation more than a barista prepared coffee and a sweet treat to accompany it. In the CBD, the cobblestone laneways are filled with the aroma of fresh espresso. Further afield, Richmond, Fitzroy and St Kilda offer great café strips with a distinct neighbourhood feel. There’s always something new to discover in Melbourne’s creative laneways, with their covert boutiques, famed restaurants and hole-in-the-wall cafés and bars.

You’ll be spoilt for choice with the number of exceptional wineries on offer in Victoria. There are more than 800 wineries and 600 cellar doors across five outstanding wine regions.

Melbourne is undeniably the nation’s fashion and style mecca. From the high-end fashions of Chapel Street and Emporium Melbourne in the CBD to the stalls of Queen Victoria Market, there is something to satisfy all tastes.

Nothing can match the tradition and heritage of the historic Melbourne Cricket Ground. Victoria’s favourite sport, Australian Rules Football, was born in this arena and that’s why the MCG (or the G as it is known to the locals) is the best place to see your favourite teams go head to head.