Melbourne is arguably the busiest city in Australia, with an events list that would rival any Hollywood celebrity. From the moment you land at Melbourne Airport, you’ll be ready to party at the best events in the Australian calendar.
Time your visit with any one of the following events and have a holiday quite unlike any other. These include Melbourne's Music Week, the International Film, Comedy, Jazz, Fringe and Writer’s festivals, the Australian F1 Grand Prix, Australian Open Tennis, Fashion Week, AFL Grand Final, horse racing's Melbourne Cup Carnival, and much more.
However, if you want a quieter stay, there is plenty to see and do without one of these big events taking time out of your itinerary. From the moment you hire your Hertz rental car, you’ll be ready for a city break like no other - Melbourne is the coolest city in Australia, and you’ll likely find out why very soon after landing.
The city itself holds different areas to explore: the hipster vibes and rich street art of Fitzroy or Collingwood in the north, the fashionable Chapel Street precinct in the south, the playground that is St Kilda beach, and finally, Richmond’s rich mix of culinary expertise and discount shops are just to name a few of the impressive districts you’ll uncover while here. All are easily accessible in your Hertz hire car.
Fine Dining from Melbourne Airport
Melbourne is famous as Australia’s culinary heartland, with a true melting pot of cultures coming together to offer world-class restaurants in almost any theme you can imagine. Try out Chin Chin, Butcher’s Diner, or Flower Drum to just name a few of the delicious eateries available here.
Equally well-renowned, is Melbourne’s quirky bar scene. Famous for hidden speak-easies and quirky themed cocktail bars, there are hidden gems everywhere in this city. Check out the vibe at Berlin Bar near Chinatown in the CBD, or Boilermaker House for a fun night out. It’s also worth a night on a rooftop at Goldilocks, a classy establishment with exceptional cocktails and spectacular city views.
Let’s not forget your morning coffee and breakfast, because if there is one thing that Melbourne is famous for, it’s its love of coffee beans. Lune is a croissant experience unlike any other, and with great coffee too, you’ll be queuing up at 7am each morning before you know it. Other special mentions go to Bench Coffee and Bloody Mary’s. Simply delicious.
Explore Victoria in Your Rental Car from Melbourne Airport
Of course, you might not be stopping in Melbourne at all, but instead, head out to the Victorian countryside for a holiday or well-deserved break.
The Yarra Valley region is known for its countryside views and world-class wineries, while the Great Ocean Road is on any ‘top road trips in Australia’ list for its coastal outlooks and endless beaches. Along the Great Ocean Road, be sure to visit the Twelve Apostles, stop in Lorne for a coffee, check out the iconic Surfing World Tour's Bells Beach and learn about the Loch Ard Gorge.
The list of outdoor adventures continues in Victoria’s Alpine Region, exploring the mighty Murray River, trekking to Healesville, the Macedon ranges, or Gippsland for lush green rolling hills and local market produce.
Keen to learn more? Avoid the tourist traps and discover some of Melbourne’s best-kept secrets with our Destination Guides. We can’t wait to welcome you to Melbourne Airport soon!
