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All for free in Melbourne
Free things to do in the city *
http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/content.asp?Document_ID=86938
Heres a list of great ideas that will keep you busy in the city and best of all, wont cost you a cent!
Take a ride on the free City Circle Tram that takes you on a loop of the CBD along Flinders, Harbour Esplanade, La Trobe and Spring Streets. It runs every 20 minutes in both directions and passes many major attractions, shopping precincts and theatres. An informative historical commentary is played overhead as you have a free sightseeing tour of Melbournes CBD.
Feel the wind in your hair as you ride or rollerblade along the Yarra and city bike tracks. Bikes are available for hire from the Alexandra Gardens
Bring your skateboard and show off your skills at Riverslide skatepark in the Alexandra Gardens
Visit the toilets on the 35th floor of the Sofitel Hotel at 25 Collins Street for the best view of Melbourne.
Visit the Shrine of Remembrance built in the 1920s as a memorial to those who lost their lives in World War I. A Vietnam memorial was added in 1978. The architecture is solid and tomb-like but appropriately so. Its position on St Kilda Road next to the Royal Botanic Gardens makes it an imposing landmark.
Run or walk around the famous Tan jogging track around the perimeter of the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens.
Explore the citys urban art on a self-guided walking tour free maps available from the Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square. Beyond the Ocean of Existence is bronze statue standing more than five meters tall at the corner of Flinders Lane and the City Square. Just north of there, next to a bench is Larry La Trobe a bronze dog which hangs out waiting for a pat from passing pedestrians all part of the extensive network of public art to be seen throughout the CBD.
Visit the State Library of Victoria, 328 Swanston Street. Built in 1856, this is one of Melbournes architectural treasures. Free introductory tours and a free Arts Video Program are available.
Visit the Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia at Federation Square and see the finest examples of indigenous and non-indigenous art. Open daily
Visit Champions Australian Racing Museum and Hall of Fame at Federation Square and learn about the intriguing world of thoroughbred horse racing. Open daily
Visit the Victoria Police Museum the home of Ned Kellys armour. Other exhibits include police motorcycles and photographs depicting the history of the Victorian Police force. World Trade Centre, 637 Flinders Street.
Meander through the 150 unique fine arts and crafts stalls from around Victoria at the Sunday Market at the Art Centre, 100 St Kilda Road. Open Sunday from 10am to 5pm.
Wander through the famous Queen Victoria Market. Open Tuesday Sunday except Wednesday
Peek inside Melbournes historic churches including:
St Pauls Cathedral, cnr Swanston and Flinders Streets, Melbourne
St Patricks Cathedral, cnr Gisbourne Street & Cathedral Place, East Melbourne
Scots Church, 99 Russell St, Melbourne
Take a tour of the historic Melbourne Town Hall visit the Melbourne Room where the Queen took refreshments and view the Portico where the Beatles stood. Free. Bookings essential, Tel: 9658 9658. Cnr Swanston & Collins Streets, Melbourne
Visit Parliament House free tours available when Parliament is not sitting. 157 Spring Street, Melbourne
Meander along the Southbank and Yarra Promenade past Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct and Crown Entertainment Complex and soak up the atmosphere of outdoor cafes and life on the Yarra River. Open daily
Discover Victorias Immigration history from the early 1800s to the present day bought to life through moving images, memorabilia and contemporary displays. Free entry to the ground floor area of the Immigration Museum at 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne.
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