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Cheap Holidays to Melbourne Take You to Majestic Places

by Amanda Sutcliffe Travel Deals

Founded in the year 1835, Melbourne is the capital of the state of Victoria in Australia and is often referred to as the cultural capital of the country. It is a cosmopolitan and dynamic city with its interiors being the most European among all the other cities in Australia. People of this city call themselves 'Melburnians' and feel proud to be living in one of the most liveable cities in the world. The city has been recognised as a UNESCO City of Literature in recent times and has become one of the global centres for live music, street art, and theatre.

You can enjoy cheap holidays to Melbourne if you visit this city during its winter season from June to August. This is the coldest time in this part of the world and a low tourist season. As there are not many visitors to this city during winters, the hotels would be willing to offer some attractive discounts on their rooms or suites. Spring from September to November and Autumn from March to May are also ideal for enjoying a holiday in the city with the presence of a pleasant climate. You'll have to book your accommodation well in advance if you're planning a holiday during summer, as it is the busiest tourist season.

The Melbourne holidays allow tourists to explore some of the popular attractions of the Australian city. Among them is the Federation Square, which was opened in the year 2002 and hosts many events annually. Its design consists of open and closed spaces and is completely different from the Victorian architecture of the surrounding structures. The building is commonly known as 'Fed Square' among the city's residents. It is also one of the largest places in the country that offers free Wi-Fi. You can also find several options for entertainment as it has outdoor and indoor performance spaces.

Another attraction worth exploring during your Melbourne holidays is Royal Botanic Gardens, which is located in the heart of a green parkland at a distance of about 2 kilometres from the CBD. It was established in the mid-19th century encompassing Cranbourne and Melbourne. The gardens are spread across a vast area of 38 hectares and contain over 8,000 species of plants. If you're visiting the city during summers, you'll get the opportunity to watch a theatre performance or a movie under the stars in this botanic gardens.

During your time spent in the city, you can take a short tram ride from the CBD to get to the Melbourne Museum. It is quite a modern museum surrounded by attractive gardens and parkland. The museum houses a vast collection of exhibits that showcase the society and cultures. Some of the major highlights include the Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, the Children's Gallery, and the Phar Lap exhibit. You can also explore the Royal Exhibition Building that stands adjacent to this museum. It was built in the late-19th century for the purpose of hosting an international exhibition and is still utilised for special events and exhibitions.

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