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Discover the best Korean food in Melbourne with this guide to Korean BBQ, fried chicken and traditional Korean dishes. Explore restaurants such as Melbourne Dae Jang Geum, Yuk Gam, Melbourne Hwaro, SamSam Chicken & Beer, By Korea and Spicy Korea for your next meal in Melbourne CBD.
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Bourke Street Mall is one of the most famous shopping destinations in Melbourne. Located in the CBD, it offers major department stores like Myer and David Jones, fashion retailers, cafés, street performers and easy access to Melbourne’s historic shopping arcades. Other popular shopping streets include Chapel Street for fashion, Collins Street for luxury shopping and Brunswick Street for vintage and independent stores.
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Melbourne has excellent cycling routes for every type of rider. The Capital City Trail is the best overall option for exploring the city, while the Main Yarra Trail offers peaceful nature and riverside scenery. For coastal views, choose the Bay Trail, while the Merri Creek Trail and Maribyrnong River Trail are great for exploring Melbourne's northern and western suburbs. For a longer adventure, the Lilydale–Warburton Rail Trail offers beautiful Yarra Valley scenery.
By Melbourne Sphere editors · Editorial team
Food and drink
Melbourne is a food lover's destination with a diverse mix of local favourites and international cuisines. Must-try foods include Melbourne-style coffee, smashed avocado on sourdough, Australian meat pies, Vietnamese pho, Greek souvlaki, Italian pizza, dumplings, lamingtons and Tim Tams. Exploring Melbourne's cafés, laneways and multicultural neighbourhoods is one of the best ways to experience the city's famous food culture.
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Getting around
The best Melbourne souvenir is something that reflects the city's unique culture and character. Locally designed Melbourne artwork or prints make a meaningful keepsake, while Melbourne coffee, Australian chocolate, tram-themed gifts, Indigenous Australian art, local food products, and sports merchandise are also excellent choices. For a practical and authentic gift, Melbourne-roasted coffee is a great option; for something lasting, a local artwork or print is hard to beat.
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City guides
Melbourne City is a great destination for vegan food, with options ranging from affordable casual meals to upscale dining. Crossways and Gong De Lin are ideal for dedicated vegan dishes, while Union Kiosk is great for a quick bite. For healthier choices, try Seedling Cafe, and for a special evening, Patsy's or Maha offer more refined plant-based dining. South Indian cuisine at Saravanaa Bhavan is another excellent option for naturally vegan-friendly meals.
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City guides
Melbourne has a diverse range of art exhibitions throughout late 2026, covering contemporary art, Australian artists, jewellery, design, photography, digital culture and interactive experiences. Highlights include Margaret Preston: A Retrospective, Plant Life: The Nature of Design, Play On, Feng Mengbo: Long March Restart, Art of the Pacific, Pitcha Makin Fellas and Barbie: The Exhibition. Major venues such as the National Gallery of Victoria, ACMI and Melbourne Museum offer exhibitions for art.
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Around the city
Find your way around the city and its neighbourhoods.
