The State Library
The State Library is one of Victoria's greatest assets and houses some of our most treasured historical artefacts including John Batman's Melbourne Deed, Hoddle's chain, with which he measured out Melbourne and Ned Kelly's famous Jerilderie Letter and his death mask. Although you may not know it, the library also has a long and colourful history as a haunted building. There are more than two million books in the State Library of Victoria, but can you guess which is the most requested?
www.slv.vic.gov.au

Old Melbourne Gaol Tour
The Old Melbourne Gaol is Victoria's oldest surviving prison and, until it closed its doors in 1929, was home to some of Victoria's most hardened criminals. The night tour includes an unnerving description of what some of the prisoners on death row had done to deserve such a penalty. Hangman tours run four nights a week and are the perfect way to explore the imposing interior of the gaol at night when it would normally be locked and left to the restless souls within.

Russell Street between Victoria and Latrobe streets, Melbourne
Open seven days from 9.30am to 5.00pm
Self guided tours and night tours (spookily good) available
Ph 03 9663 7228

Craig's Royal Hotel
Following three years of extensive renovations, Craig's Royal Hotel in Ballarat is off and running and has recently been named the finest boutique heritage hotel in Australia. Boasting more than 40 classically appointed rooms and suites, you too can come and experience the legend.

10 Lydiard Street South, Ballarat
Ph 03 5331 1377

Bundoora Homestead Art Centre
Just up the road from Bundoora Park is Bundoora Homestead. The homestead has been many things over the years, from a horse stud to a mental repatriation hospital. Built in 1899, the homestead is a magnificent Queen Anne-style federation mansion.

Open Wednesday to Friday from 11.00am to 4.00pm and Saturday and Sunday from 12 noon to 5.00pm
Admission is free

Como House & Frog in Socks
Beautiful flowers, lovely sloping lawns and a gorgeous colonial mansion. This is Como House, an oasis close to the heart of Melbourne. But did you know that it is also haunted? Como House is more than just gardens and ghouls. Here in the peace and tranquility of a bygone era, Frogs and Socks runs a program of organic and natural health therapies.

Corner Williams Road and Lechlade Avenue, South Yarra
Ph 03 9827 2500

Werribee Mansion & Essence Food Studio
Werribee Mansion is one the oldest and most famous properties in Victoria and, like many others of its generation, it has a history of tragedy and drama. This is a great opportunity to search for some paranormal activity. Thanks to Essence Food Studio, however, the evenings won't be all about the souls of the departed since you can experience a night of fine food, wine and entertainment too.

Sofitel Mansion & Spa
Werribee Park
K Road, Werribee
Ph 03 9731 4000
www.mansionhotel.com.au

Princess Theatre & Phantom of the Opera
Of all the beautiful theatres we have in Melbourne, the Princess Theatre would most certainly have to be the jewel in the crown. Over the years it has been home to Mamma Mia, The Sound of Music and Phantom of the Opera. Phantom of the Opera is one of the world's most loved musicals and has played in 25 countries in 124 cities around the world. It last played in Australia between 1990 and 1998 and sold more than 1.5 million tickets in Melbourne alone. On 19 July this year, the phantom will return to haunt our city.

163 Spring Street, Melbourne
Ph 03 9299 9800

Theatre Royal
The theatre royal is the oldest continually running movie cinema in Australia at more than 150 years old. It had its humble beginning as a canvas tent in 1854 entertaining central Victorian gold diggers. The theatre also has a resident ghost. Andrew Mortimer is his name. Andrew was the chief auctioneer here in the gold digging days when the theatre was used as the local auction house seems as though he still thinks he owns the stage.

30 Hargraves Street, Castlemaine
Ph 03 5472 1196

What's On

Melbourne Osaka Boat Week
Enjoy a range of boating activities culminating in the Osaka Festival at Melbournes Docklands.
Where: Docklands
When: Until March 25
More: www.thatsmelbourne.com.au

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival
Enjoy more than 150 events at this years Melbourne Food and Wine Festival. From the World's Longest Lunch to Cellar Door at Southgate, theres something for everyone to enjoy.
Where: Federation Square and other venues
When: Until March 30
More: www.thatsmelbourne.com.au

FINA World Championships
You can be a part of all the electrifying action of this years FINA World Championships by enjoying the coverage on the ANZ Live Site at Federation Square.
Where: ANZ Live Site, Federation Square
When: 26 March–1 April
More: www.thatsmelbourne.com.au