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Map of MelbourneMelbourne Australia is the capital city of Victoria.

The city is situated on the northern end of Port Phillip Bay.

Just a little inland from the coast she is surrounded by pretty suburbs filled with tree lined streets and a vibrant, thriving community.

She offers unique and fascinating attractions right in the heart of the city.

I've lived here all my life and over the years my kids and I have enjoyed visits to the City itself and plenty of beautiful excursions into the Melbourne countryside.


Eureka Skydeck Tower and Princess bridge

Melbourne city herself, more of a pleasant place to stroll rather that a hectic race to win, offers diverse options to explore, rich in history and with a full multicultural background.

A place where all members of your family can find top things to do at any time of the day or night.

Melbourne Australia is a great place to visit for Sports lovers with superb, modern stadiums offering fantastic vantage points to take in the days play!

Plenty of venues for shopping, plenty of places to go and stacks to do, my hometown offers you and your family great choices.

Whether you are a local or an overseas tourist, a plan to visit Melbourne, will reward you with everlasting family memories.

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Easy exciting day trips just a few hours away.

Pristine family beaches, beautiful parks and gardens to enjoy a memorable family picnic and plenty of other top things to do.

Whether your visit is for a short or long time, Melbourne offers you and your family a top place for a memorable getaway.

Accommodation is no worry here in Melbourne, Australia as the City has excellent venues for the budget conscious traveler, quality Cheap Hotels and some of the worlds best Luxury Hotels for those who want that extra pampering.

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Swim with the Sharks at the Melbourne Aquarium.

The Aquarium is a Southern Ocean and Antarctic aquarium situated in the CBD and located on the banks of the Yarra River beside and under the Flinders Street viaduct and the King Street bridge.

Dive with the sharks

Indulge in a leisurely stroll along the banks of the Yarra river.

Melbourne's Southbank Precinct offers a great opportunity to sit and relax in one of the modern Cafes or yummy Melbourne Restaurants.

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Enjoy a game of 10 pin bowling or sit back and relax watching the very latest movies at the Crown Casino, just some of the entertainment that you can enjoy at this top Hotel.

If you are at Southbank at night experience the rush of the flaming towers as they erupt in an exciting display reflected in the waters of the Yarra river.

And while you are here don't miss out on a visit to the Royal Melbourne Zoo. Heritage listed and with an amazing collection of exotic, unusual and endangered species.

Melbourne Zoo ape

There are two other Zoos within a short drive from the City's centre.

Werribee Open Range is an amazing wide open prairie filled with animals that roam free. Here you can experience African beasts in a natural setting.

For a close encounter of the animal kind visit the Healesville Sanctuary and really get to know some of Australia's unique species.

Wander through Federation Square and set up a picnic in Birrarung Marr.

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Or stroll through one of the magnificent parks and gardens in and around the city, all very accessible using Melbourne's public transport system.

Royal Botanic Gardens

Take advantage of the Free City Circle Tram and travel around the city on Melbourne's burgundy Heritage Tram.

Melbourne's City Circle Tram

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Site Index | My Site Content
The site index or site guide to use to conveniently navigate the Family Getaways Melbourne site layout.

Melbourne attractions | Things To Do In Melbourne
Top Melbourne Attractions in the heart of the city provide unique experiences for all members of the family, easy to reach, easy to find and ever so easy to enjoy

Things to Do In Melbourne | Melbourne Australia
Explore this selection of the many exciting Things To Do In Melbourne that will create Memorable Getaway Experiences for you and your entire Family

Melbourne Museums | Australian Museum
Melbourne Museums are scattered in and around the central CBD District and are the best places to educate ourselves and our children, come explore the History of Melbourne Australia

Historic Sights | Melbourne History
Visiting and exploring the Top Historic Sights of Melbourne Australia is a great hands on way of learning How this city was shaped. Here are some top Melbourne places to visit

Getting around and travel Melbourne
Getting around melbourne and the Victorian countryside can be quite a challenge. Here you can find travel resources and travel tips, useful to create a great family getaway.

Melbourne Accommodation | Cheap Hotels Melbourne
The Best Australia, Melbourne Accommodation suggestions and different Accommodation Styles to suit the budget conscious traveler

Luxury Hotels Australia | Melbourne Australia Hotels
Staying at the best Luxury Hotels Australia has right here in Melbourne rewards you with a top quality pampered Melbourne Accommodation experience, one you will never forget.

Day trips from Melbourne, day trips close to Melbourne
Enjoy the best day trips from Melbourne, Australia and explore the exciting tourist attractions close to the city. Find cool destinations just outside Melbourne. Melbourne day trips are the best!

The Melbourne Zoo | Melbourne, Australia
The Melbourne Zoo; just one of the top exciting Melbourne Attractions to visit in my hometown of Melbourne, Australia...come check out what else there is to see and do.

The Top Beaches of Southern Victoria
Southern Victoria is the mecca for a variety of Top Beaches where families can enjoy all types of fun activities and recreation.

Parks and Gardens where Nature is all Dressed Up
Parks and Gardens are wonderful places to loose yourself, exploring nature at its best. Public Recreaction areas designed especially for Family Fun and exciting Family Getaways

Picnic Ideas for The Best Family Fun Getaway
Picnic Ideas to help your Family spend Quality Time together in The Great outdoors, including Picnic Food Ideas that are easy and affordable, Picnic Games and a whole lot more Picnic Tips

The Maze gardens of my beautiful Victoria
May I suggest Victoria's Maze gardens for a great Family Getaway daytrip packed full of puzzle solving fun smack bang in the heart of a natures wonderland.

Cheap Airline Flights | Cheap Melbourne Flights
Find Cheap Airline Flights to Melbourne, Australia here using the best services that are guaranteed to save you heaps of money

Legends and Myths | Australia
These Legends and Myths of Australia have been handed down through the Telling of Australian Stories by Aboriginal Communities and White Settlers.

Interesting Places throughout the World
Selective Links to other Interesting Places from all over the world and helpful Travel Resource Sites

About me and my website
About me is about who I am, what this website is all about and how I am building It with help and support from SBI, Site Build It.

SuperNans Getaways and a whole lot more
My SuperNans Getaways E-zine provides you with lots of News, Information and Tips for Fun Family Getaways.

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Melbourne Sightseeing | Things To Do In Melbourne
Show off your top Melbourne Sightseeing stories here and share with us why this was one of the best things to do in Melbourne that you and your family enjoyed, don't forget to add a few pictures

Answers To Any Question | Australia Travel Information
Answers to any Question that you may have regarding Australia Travel Information, my hometown of Melbourne or anything else to do with Australia can be asked here. SuperNan will find the answers

Best Family Beaches in and around Melbourne
Visitors to this website share information about the best family beaches that they have found in and around Melbourne

Family Beach Photos
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Contact me
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Airports in Australia
A list and map of major Airports In Australia and with such a vast distance to travel within the continent flying is a great way to getabout.


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