Exploring the City of Melbourne with Cheaper Car Rentals
Melbourne is one of the coolest hippest cities in Australia. From funky cafes & restaurants to stunning architectural landscapes and most immortally the shopping. Melbourne has it all and is conceded to be the Cultural Capital of Australia.
With so much to see and do it can be a little daunting. That is why cheaper car rentals have put together a list of must-visit places in Melbourne.
What Hire Car is Best Suited
When exploring the city of Melbourne and the outer suburbs of the city, it is best to hire a car that is compact but also has enough room to fit the family or travel buddies.
Kia Picanto this compact Micro car is made for city driving. Don’t let the size fool you; The Kia Picanto is comfortable with plenty of legroom, and most importantly it is very economical with fuel!
Need something a little larger? Then hire the MGZS -SUV this compact 4WD gives you that extra comfort without costing a fortune of fuel another great vehicle when exploring the City of Melbourne.
Art in Melbourne
Hosier Lane – Steet Art
Location: Flinders street -Federation squire
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For those who love street art Hosier Lane is a must-see. Between alleys and laneways, the walls are crowded with cool-looking graffiti and murals, from top to bottom. You can even book a tour that’s led by a local street artist Melbourne Steet Art Tour.
National Gallery Of Art
Location: St, Kilda Road South Bank
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The oldest and the most visited Art Galleries in Australia, the budling alone is a sight to see. The National Gallery of Victoria has an extensive collection with over 75,000 works of art that will captivate any art lover.
ArtVo
Location: Docklands Melbourne
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This is a must-do with the whole family. Art lover or not, this is an experience you don’t want to miss. Where else can you be part of the painting as you touch, interact, and give your wackiest pose next to the gallery’s larger-than-life artworks? This 3D interactive Art gallery will bring out the artist within.
Markets & Shopping
Queen Victorian Market
Location: Corner of Elizabeth & Victoria Street, Melbourne
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Queen Victorian Market is the Rolls-Royce when it comes to Melbourne’s markets. Stretching over 17 acres and hosting over 700 stalls, supporting local designers in fashion and accessories to a unique range of homeware and Art Décor there is nothing you cannot find. However, the market is best known for its food stalls, with the freshest produce that is locally grown and made, not to exclude the extensive range of international foods some would say it’s the whole of Europe under one roof. During Summer every Wednesday, QVM hosts the famous Night Market where you can experience a mix of global street food whilst enjoying Live Music and entertainment from all over the world. It’s a cultural experience you don’t want to miss.
Bourke St Mall
Location: Burke Street Melbourne CBD
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Bourke St Mall is Melbourne’s most iconic shopping destination. Located in the city centre, this pedestrian-only retail and dining hub is lined with leading department stores, high-end boutiques, and independent designers. Some of the most famous shopping stops along the Bourke Street Mall are Myer and David Jones. These department stores present several floors of fashion, homewares, electronics and more.
Collins Street
Location: Collins Street Melbourne CBD
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Collins Street is one for the fashionistas, looking for that something extra. Collins Street is the home of international brands and ultra-chic local designers of Melbourne. Collins Street is known to be the ‘Paris End’ of Melbourne presenting a series of lavish boutiques surrounded by heritage-listed buildings that is reminiscent of the glamorous French capital. Here, you will find a selection of European designers, such as Dior, Burberry, Chanel, and Giorgio Armani.
Cafes & Restaurants
Melbourne is renowned for having the best coffee in Australia. Melbourne Lane ways are filled with cafes that tantalise your senses with the aroma of expresso and sweet smells from fresh pasties. Further afield just on the outskirts of the CBD, you can drive your hired car to the famous café destination of Carlton, Richmond, Fitzroy, Prahran, South Melbourne, Port Melbourne and St Kilda. Visiting all Locations is possible when you Hire a Car from Cheaper Car Rentals in Melbourne.
Must Eats During the Day
- Luna Croissanterie: French pâtissier Specialising in pastries Located in Fizroy & Melbourne CBD
- Proud May: Coffee roaster extraordinaire, located in Collingwood Proud Mary doesn’t just do coffee, they serve all-day brunch and a smaller selection of lunch offerings that are sure to contain everyone’s favourite.
- Cibi: Japanese-inspired breakfast Café which also sells exquisite home wear Located in Collingwood
- Jupiter: an all-day eatery specialising in Asian Flavours & Euro Expresso Bar located in South Melbourne
Must Eats After Dark
- Third Wave Café If you like American style BBQ then you must try Third Wave café Located in Albert Park, this restaurant is definitely not vegan friendly nor for the faint-hearted.
- Chin Chin Melbourne modern Asian hawker inspired restaurant with contemporary décor emphasising of sharing style menu that takes Southeast Asian food to the next level. Located in Flinders Lane Melbourne.
- Sassone Cucina Italia Situated on the River side of the Esplanade, Sassone Cucina Italian restaurant offers panoramic views and the best of Italian cuisine in Melbourne’s Docklands
- GRK Greek Kitchen & Bar, this family-style restaurant is one of the best traditional Greek eateries in Melbourne. Located in Thornbury GRK Greek Kitchen & Bar offers family-style platters of meat & seafood you defiantly feel like you’re at a Greek family home.
Whether you choose one place visit or all Cheaper Car rentals recommendations; rest assure Hiring a Car from Cheaper Car Rentals will not only get you there, your experience will be one to remember.