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Oct 5, 2024 | 6:16 am

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Melbourne

I'm not one for detailed itineraries; I usually have a rough idea of what I want to see or do and then go with the flow for the rest of the day.
I spent most of my time exploring Melbourne's Central Business District, known as the CBD. After a long day of walking, I was utterly drained and couldn't bear the thought of walking any further. To my dismay, I discovered that credit/debit cards were still not accepted for tram rides.
As a result, I had to walk to Flinders Street Station and purchase a Myki card, the local equivalent of an Oyster card. However, as soon as I boarded the tram, I noticed a "Free tram zone," rendering the myki card unnecessary since all tram journeys within this zone are free.
However, places like Fitzroy Gardey and The Royal Botanic Garden are outside this zone.

Here are some photos from my walk:

Cherry blossom near Old Melbourne Gaol

Royal Exhibition Building

Tulips in the Parliament Garden

Parliament House is a grand Victorian-era building that has witnessed the shaping of Australia's democracy.

The Block Arcade: Victorian-era shopping arcade. The Block Arcade offers a unique shopping experience with high-end boutiques and local artisans. Its grand interior, complete with mosaic floors and ornate ceilings.

The Block Arcade

The Royal Arcade is another Victorian-era shopping arcade filled with boutique shops, cafes, and art galleries. Its beautiful stained-glass ceiling and historic architecture create a charming atmosphere.

The Royal Arcade

St. Paul's Cathedral

Flinders Street Station - A bustling transportation hub and an iconic symbol of Melbourne

Hosier Lane - a narrow alleyway adorned with colourful murals and graffiti

Federation Square is known for its distinctive architecture and diverse attractions, such as art galleries, cafes, and event spaces, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists. In the summer, many chairs and bean bags are placed here, allowing tired tourists like myself to rest and recharge.

Federation Square

Koorie Heritage Trust - shows the history and culture of Australia's Indigenous people.

Emu egg

Federation bells: a collection of 37 cast bells and a tribute to Australia's Federation.

Fitzroy Garden and Conservatory. I was a bit disappointed by the Conservatory, but I still enjoyed the walk, especially because spring had just started and flowers like daffodils and tulips were blooming. It was confusing to experience spring in September.

Conservatory

Eureka Skydeck - The highest observation deck in the Southern Hemisphere, offering panoramic city views.

Shrine of Remembrance - shrine commemorating Australian wartime

Shrine of Remembrance

Royal Botanic Garden - A serene oasis with diverse plant species, offering a peaceful escape from the city.

Docklands

Marvel Stadium

Melbourne Cricket Ground: One of the world's most famous sporting venues, hosting cricket matches and other events. Next to it was Australian Open tournament site.

I had the pleasure of having lunch with WickedStepMother , a fellow FTer. We decided to eat at The Tea Rooms 1892, which had caught my eye the previous day as a long queue of eager tourists awaited their turn to enter this charming establishment. Apparently, it's a hotspot for capturing picturesque moments to share on social media.

There was constant protest throughout the week I was there, especially on Wednesday and Friday. I noticed several helicopters as I was walking to my meeting.

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