The Playlist

The Deanery
For many years now, locals have known about the Deanery, just off Flinders Lane. It's understated, cool, sophisticated, and their wines are so good...
New York Cats
At 3pm every Sunday, Speak Easy on Chapel Street open their back door, set up the turntables, fire up the grill and transform into NYC style burger...
Somewhere
The Scandinavians seem to nail it at most stuff – health care, flat-packed furniture, pop music and finely tailored denim. Somewhere Store...
The LuWow
In the mood for an island adventure? Once you′re through the gates of The LuWow, you′ll feel as though you′ve stepped into another...
MISS FOX Melbourne
Situated in the heart of Melbourne on Little Collins Street, MISS FOX is a boutique beauty salon and day spa destination where impeccable style,...
Albert & Victoria
Walking into Albert and Victoria is like wandering into a home you'd like to have. Stocked with one-off, bespoke clothing pieces for women,...

Play Melbourne

Melbourne is a creative, exciting, ever-changing city with extraordinary surprises to be discovered in every basement, rooftop and laneway. You just have to be curious enough to venture off the beaten path. The possibilities are endless, so forget what you think you know. Take a chance, roll the dice and see where it leads you.

Melbourne Recital Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Art and culture

Melbourne is home to world-class arts and cultural heritage institutions, cutting-edge design and dynamic festivals and community events.

Sweatshop, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Bars

Take an unexpected turn, duck into one of Melbourne's famed laneways, scamper up some stairs and take a tipple in a bar with a distinct personality.

Luluc, Northcote Social Club, Melbourne. Image courtesy: Carbie Warbie

Live music

Variety and energy characterise entertainment and nightlife in Victoria. Melbourne features an ever-changing number of trendy clubs, bars and live music venues.

Grossi Florentino, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Restaurants

Melbourne is a melting pot of cultures, a fact reflected in its restaurants, cafes, bistros and bars. Feast on a dizzying spread of the world's great cuisines.

Somewhere

The Scandinavians seem to nail it at most stuff – health care, flat-packed furniture, pop music and finely tailored denim. Somewhere Store...

99 Problems

The lounge room atmosphere of 99 Problems makes it a fine place for a bottle of wine or pint of cider while admiring the incredible wall murals.

Pieces of Eight

Pieces of Eight showcases contemporary jewellery and objects from both established and emerging artisans. Their gorgeous urban gallery hosts the work...

Pope Joan

Named after a mysterious early century catholic pope, Pope Joan has quickly earned its place in Melbourne's illustrious dining scene. With well...

Husk, Toorak, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Toorak and South Yarra

Hit the shopping strips of Toorak and South Yarra, daring to dream at the real estate listings and peeking at the lives of privileged pioneers.

City arcades

Do a modern version of "the block", a century-old form of cruising Melbourne's arcades that takes in cutting-edge artwork, fashion, music and design.

St Ali café, South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

South Melbourne and Albert Park

Stand still and watch as the heritage buildings in Melbourne's oldest suburbs are adapted to house chic boutiques and hip cafes and restaurants.

Chinatown

Make a dramatic entrance to Melbourne's Chinatown through the grand arches and get a sniff of the area's history amid the sumptuous aromas.

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What's on

May 2013
Trams: Moving Pictures
Between 1978 and 1993, the Ministry for the Arts initiated the 'Transporting Art' project, commissioning famous Australian artists to paint...
May 2013
Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures
Melbourne Museum presents Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures from the National Museum, Kabul, a remarkable exhibition of stunning artefacts revealing...
May 2013
MTC presents 'True Minds'
Joanna Murray-Smith's glittering comedy is a hilarious battle of the sexes and political polarities, exploring the triumph of modern love.
May 2013
MTC presents 'One Man, Two Guvnors'
Direct from Britain's National Theatre, see a unique laugh-out-loud mix of satire, songs, slapstick and sparkling one-liners.
May 2013
Good Beer Week
Raise a glass or two to the growing crop of microbreweries at Good Beer Week, featuring showcases, tastings, masterclasses, and even beer brekkies.
May 2013
St Kilda Film Festival
The St Kilda Film Festival celebrates its 30th birthday in 2013. It's Australia's longest running and highest profile short film festival and for six...
May 2013
Melbourne International Coffee Expo
Join the experts in celebrating the the bean and the beverage, and see the competition heat up at World Barista Championships and World Brewer's Cup.
May 2013
Urbanathlon
Join the global phenomenon that is Urbanathlon. Tackle ten gruelling obstacles and take on 11 kilometres of challenging course through Melbourne's...

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Ombra
You say salami, we say salumi, but whatever you want it's all here. Drop in for salted meats of all kinds along with a glass of stellar Italian red.
Little Hunter
It's organic, you know. Spend an evening at this grill house kitchen schooled in the art of contemporary holistic dining and taste the difference.
Cumulus Up
Kick back and sample the best of local and European wines in the designer interiors of this loft-style bar from the award-winning Cumulus Inc. team.
Shebeen
Drink to the future at the newly opened Shebeen – a non-profit bar that sends profits back to aid projects in each drink's country of origin.
Milk the Cow
Impress a date at this late night fromagerie and choose from over 70 cheeses, expertly matched with a range of local and international wines.
BangPop
Concede the busy-ness of the Chao Praya River for the Yarra but make no compromise on the authenticity of Thai street food at BangPop on South Wharf.
Happy Palace
Loosen your belt and let out a sigh of relief that it's okay to love lemon chicken and prawn crackers again at the super-kitsch Happy Palace.
Tonka
Venture down to the site of the old Honky Tonks and let the team behind Asian-fusion hotspot, Coda, tempt you with their new Indian-inspired menu.