Experience the Yarra and Melbourne

Known as the coastal capital of Victoria, Melbourne has a bit of everything for the arts and culture lover, much of it situated along the lower reaches of the Yarra River.

rom the hustle of the inner city to the trendy suburbs, Melbourne is a thriving cosmopolitan city, boasting more than enough museums, galleries, and performance venues, to pique artistic interests, complemented by an enticing array of restaurants, cafes, and bars.

For the aspiring novelist
Soak up oodles of glorious writing inspiration at Melbourne Writers Festival (save the date for 4 – 7 May 2023),
the Digital Writers Festival, the Emerging Writers Festival, or the Feminist Writers Festival, all hosted in Melbourne.
Visit the iconic historic dome of the State Library of Victoria, which to this day continues to inspire generations of writers, artists, researchers, students and visitors.

For the thespian
Melbourne is Australia’s Broadway. From mainstream musicals to experimental works, you can guarantee to be wowed by what Melbourne puts on.
Make a bee-line to the East End Theatre District, where Melbourne’s most historic and esteemed stages bring blockbuster productions to life.

For the culture curator
For a dose of history, visit the Melbourne Museum which features the Koorie heritage of the city, or tour the Old Melbourne Gaol. Be sure to check out the Australian Music Vault and Australian Sports Museum for glimpses into the city’s rich cultural and sporting heritage.