Cosmopolitan charm, design, trends and fun. A metropolis at the antipodes, waiting to be discovered
Melbourne represents the fulcrum of the Australian soul and of a land at the antipodes. It is capable of continually renewing itself, to keep up with the West, despite having developed its own identity. And the cultural metropolis of Australia. It hosts the most successful exhibitions and has a very rich calendar of events including museums and theatres.
The main symbols of Melbourne are Federation Square (for about a decade the main meeting point for all Melbournians and beyond) and the Eureka Tower, the tallest inhabited skyscraper in the world. The Edge, in fact, it is the highest viewing platform in the southern hemisphere. It is located on the 88th floor and protrudes three meters from the facade. Its opaque glass suddenly becomes transparent, giving visitors the impression of floating in the void at a height of over 300 m.
Melbourne is a city very trendy, especially in the areas of Market Precinct e St Kilda (the hub of Melbourne's nightlife), which has nothing to envy of the main European capitals such as London and Paris. Anyone who travels such a long journey to reach it (about 24 hours) will certainly not regret what they find. Design hotels, design boutiques, but also fashion and 'glam' venues are located throughout the city.
In the summer (our winter), the city's nightlife moves in beach where every occasion is good for organizing parties and having fun! Favorite places for young Melbournians are Phillip Island (where the Formula One Grand Prix is also held) and the Great Ocean Road.
Among the hidden alleys of the center of Melbourne, the so-called Laneways, the true beating heart of the city, there are hidden corners and buildings waiting to be discovered, Art gallery, studios of young designers, a myriad of cafes, bars, restaurants and original shops of all kinds. This area, outside the usual tourist circuits, is certainly a must for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the most vibrant metropolitan culture of the Australian continent. And if you miss a good plate of pasta, just stroll along Lygon Street in the Carlton neighborhood to realize the strength of culture and Italian tradition expressed clearly by restaurant signs. The most enthusiastic will be able to rely on a map and follow the artistic path of the Docklands to discover some of the contemporary sculptures that dot the banks of the Yarra River. It is a must-see destination for shopping before leaving Queens Victoria Market, market open every day at different times. The central streets for classic shopping, however, are Bourke, Elisabeth and Swanson Street.
