Attractions
Here is a collection of interesting places and events that we have visited all around Melbourne.
Verdon Chambers
On the north-east corner of Queen and Collins Street in the heart of Melbourne's CBD exists a truly remarkable bank.
ANZ Gothic Bank
This amazing Gothic style banking chamber was completed during the “Marvellous Melbourne” era in the 1880s.
Bakery Hill Distillery
This legendary whisky distiller is moving to new premises at 411 Macaulay Rd, Kensington. The relocation is almost complete.
Rites of Passage
Rites of Passage is an annual tattoo festival that features the best artists from around Australia.
Incinerator Gallery
An incinerator designed by the famous architect Walter Burley Griffin has been converted into an art gallery.
Naked for Satan
Naked for Satan is a restaurant in Brunswick Street. It has a colourful history and spectacular views.
Heavenly Queen Temple
This impressive Taoist Temple complex is the largest in Australia.
Footscray Market rooftop
Up on top of Footscray market is a hidden gem. Such magnificent views.
Melbourne from Shrine of Remembrance
360° Gigapixel Panoramic views of Melbourne and suburbs from the Shrine of Remembrance
Shrine of Remembrance
The Shrine of Remembrance is a memorial to Australians who have served in war and was dedicated on 11 November 1934.
Calligraphic Works
Calligraphic Works is the Studio and Gallery of Deirdre Hassed, based in Melbourne, Australia.
Brickvention
Brickvention is an annual event for lego enthusiasts held in the Royal Exhibition Building.
Old Melbourne Gaol
The Old Melbourne Gaol was built in 1839 and is the place where Australia's most famous bush ranger, Ned Kelly, was hanged.
Melbourne Star
Melbourne Star provides unparalleled panoramic views of Melbourne in absolute comfort. The height at the top is 120 metres.
La Trobe Cottage
Melbourne's oldest surviving building, the original home of Victoria's first Lieutenant-Governor, Charles Joseph La Trobe.
Boyd House Walsh Street
Walsh Street, the house Boyd designed for his own family in 1957, is his most well-known work.
Villa Alba
Villa Alba was built between 1882 and 1884. It was decorated by the celebrated Paterson Bros. firm of decorators.
Man cave
Tour of a uniquely fascinating workshop in suburban Melbourne.
Motor Book World
Motor Book World was a huge jumble yet the owner, David, could find everything. Now closed and moved to a new location.
Block Arcade
The Block Arcade is a Melbourne landmark constructed between 1891 and 1893. Arichitect: David C Askew
The Substation Newport
The Substation Newport was built by Victorian Railways and opened 1915. It was derelict for 3 decades before being restored.
B-24 liberator
The only remaining B-24 Liberator in the Southern Hemisphere and one of only eight extant in the world.
Rippon Lea Estate
This magnificent Rippon Lea Estate was built and owned by the Sargood family until 1903. It is now owned by the National Trust.
Alma Doepel
The Alma Doepel which was built in 1903 is a topsail schooner under restoration at Docklands, Melbourne.