Melbourne Past & Present With Airport Transfer

OVERVIEW

Visit contemporary and historical attractions that present a captivating look at Melbourne’s evolution since its founding in 1835. One of the most stunning city views will be from the Melbourne Skydeck on Eureka Tower, a 92-story building that was once the world’s tallest residential tower. Although a modern engineering marvel, it was named for a watershed past event – the Eureka Stockade, a rebellion that occurred during the mid-19th-century Victorian gold rush. After meandering about the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, which opened in 1846, you will gain an understanding of the role of Australian soldiers in war and peacekeeping at the neighboring Shrine of Remembrance, a national memorial to the country’s veterans. You will delve deeper into Australian history while independently browsing the Melbourne Museum, a building so architecturally important that UNESCO declared it a World Heritage site. Afterwards, you will transfer to the airport in plenty of time for your flight.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy the ultimate view of Melbourne from the skydeck on the soaring Eureka Tower.
• Visit the Shrine of Remembrance, a national memorial that honors Australia’s soldiers.
• Spend free time strolling about the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, a serene urban oasis.
• Browse the Melbourne Museum on your own for an in-depth look into the past.
• Transfer to the Melbourne Airport at the end of the excursion.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.