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Food and drink
Melbourne is a food lover’s city with plenty of must-try dishes and drinks. Start with a Melbourne-style coffee, then try hot jam doughnuts, South Melbourne dim sims, Australian meat pies and smashed avocado on sourdough. The city’s multicultural food scene also makes dumplings, noodles, ramen and other Asian cuisines worth exploring.
By Melbourne Sphere editors · Editorial team
Getting around
November is a great time to explore Melbourne, with spring weather, longer days and plenty of outdoor activities. Visitors can explore Melbourne’s famous laneways, enjoy cafés and brunch spots, relax at St Kilda Beach, visit the Royal Botanic Gardens, discover museums and galleries, attend seasonal events and markets, or take a day trip to nearby destinations. Whether you enjoy food, culture, nature or entertainment, Melbourne offers plenty to see and do throughout November.
By Melbourne Sphere editors · Editorial team
Food and drink
Melbourne is famous for its coffee culture, brunch, dim sims, meat pies, hot jam doughnuts, pastries, dumplings, and multicultural cuisine. Its diverse food scene blends Australian favourites with international flavours, making Melbourne a popular destination for food lovers.
By Melbourne Sphere editors · Editorial team
City guides
Melbourne, Australia is generally considered a safe and welcoming destination for tourists, families, students and business travellers. The city offers excellent public transport, popular attractions, diverse neighbourhoods, restaurants, parks and cultural experiences. Like any major city, visitors should take basic precautions, especially at night and in crowded places. Keeping valuables secure, staying aware of your surroundings and using well-lit routes .
By Melbourne Sphere editors · Editorial team
City guides
Melbourne is famous for its coffee, food, street art, laneways, sports, shopping, arts, gardens, and diverse neighbourhoods. With a mix of historic charm and modern attractions, the city offers something for everyone. From enjoying great coffee and exploring hidden laneways to visiting the MCG and discovering local suburbs, Melbourne is a vibrant destination with plenty to experience.
By Melbourne Sphere editors · Editorial team
Food and drink
Melbourne CBD offers an impressive variety of cafés, but these five are great starting points for anyone wanting to explore the city's famous coffee culture. Each café has its own atmosphere and style, from the compact specialty setup at Patricia Coffee Brewers to the laneway character of Little Rogue. Whether you're after a morning flat white, a carefully prepared espresso, or simply want to discover Melbourne's local café scene, there are plenty of places waiting to be explored.
By Melbourne Sphere editors · Editorial team
Around the city
Find your way around the city and its neighbourhoods.
