The capital of Victoria and Australia's second-largest metropolis is noted for its lovely gardens. Stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens with its vast collection of Australian native plants. Situated in Birdwood Avenue, South Yarra, five kilometres south of the city centre, the gardens have a vast collection of exotic and Australian native plants set in a magnificent 19th-century landscaped garden. Known as the Arts and Culture capital of Australia there are over 100 independent galleries in Melbourne. A visit to Melbourne is not complete without experiencing a show at one of the many live theatres.

Serviced Apartments
One of the most popular forms of accommodation in Melbourne, and indeed throughout Australia, is serviced apartments. These complexes of studios, one, two, and sometimes three, bedroom apartments, are situated in key locations all over the city, in fringe, and suburban locations. Serviced apartments are fully equipped with furnishings, linen, cutlery, and crockery. Service varies, sometimes daily, sometimes every three days. Serviced apartments are popular with families, and couples, and for corporate travellers on extended stays to the city. Our featured serviced apartments properties both come from the Metro Hospitality Group stable. One is near the Melbourne Cricket Ground, and the other is right in the centre of the city. Both are excellent choices, offer good value, and are recommended.