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7 Things To Do While In Melbourne

They will make the trip one you'll never forget

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7 Things To Do While In Melbourne

I recently visited Australia with a group from the University of Cincinnati. I took a class during my fall semester of 2016 called Sport & Multiculturalism. We discussed topics involved in sports around the world, often involving politics, religion, and other global topics. We visited Melbourne in Victoria, Australia and had many activities planned but also a lot of free time. So, here are seven things to do while in Melbourne, Australia.

1. Eureka Skydeck

The Eureka Skydeck is a beautiful site that is a must on your to do list. The Eureka building is the tallest building in Melbourne and at eighty-eight floors, you can see the whole city. Whether you decide to go during the day, or as the sun is setting, it will be an image you will not forget.

2. Ride the Melbourne Star

The Melbourne Star is a giant ferris wheel in the Docklands area of Melbourne. The ferris wheel is one hundred and twenty meters tall. It has beautiful views of the entire city and is a great way to see the entirety of the skyline.

3. See a Street Performer

Melbourne is full of street performers and they are very important to the city's culture. It's a necessity to see a street performer whether it be a human statue, a musician, a magician, a sword swallower, or a didgeridoo player. They are so entertaining and often attract a big crowd.

4. Go to Federation Square

Federation Square is a mixed area inside of Melbourne with many different purposes. The architecture is very modern and very beautiful. It's a great place to go during the day to eat or just take a walk. It's also beautiful at night when they often have light shows and other fun activities.

5. Find Street Art

Melbourne is very well known for its beautiful street art or as many of us call it, graffiti. Street art is legal on most walls in Melbourne, including many alley-ways. You can find street art almost anywhere but it's fun to see what different images you can find throughout the city.

6. Take a Ghost Tour

A ghost tour at the Old Melbourne Gaol is something you'll never forget. This jail has plenty of stories to go along with it. You might not sleep for a while and be scared for the rest of the trip but the history and the excitement will be worth it.

7. Visit Phillip Island

Phillip Island is about two hours away from Melbourne; however, the trip is definitely worth it. You can go to the beautiful beaches on the island, which have beautiful waves and soft sands. There are also many excursions you can take depending on what you're interested in. One main attraction is the Penguin Parade which is at night. You could see hundreds of penguins walk on the shore from the ocean and travel up to the nests on the sands. It's a beautiful view and one you'll always remember.
As you can see from the many things there is to do, Melbourne is a great city to visit. I highly recommend all these things to do while in Melbourne to make your trip more memorable and more enjoyable. If you someday decide to visit there, I hope you love it as much as I did.
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