Summer has finally arrived, here are ten summer activities you could be doing in Melbourne. There are many more, so please share your favourites in the comments section below.
Pink pond
Inspired by Australia’s pink salt lakes, the National Gallery of Victoria unveils a pink pond in the Grollo Equiset Garden. The pink pool looks sensational, and it is opened to public free of charge. While splashing yourself in the pool to cool off from the heat, you can also appreciate the wildflowers planted around the pool which will bloom at varying stages of the year.
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Take a splash at one of the beaches
People in Melbourne are lucky to have a large number of beaches to cool themselves off on those hot summer days. One popular place among both locals and tourists is St Kilda beach. It’s only 6 km away from Melbourne CBD and well connected with public transport. Besides dipping in the ocean, St Kilda beach offers many other activities and entertainment, such as windsurfing, kite surfing, rollerblading, jet skiing, beach soccer/volleyball and more. If you are interested in getting yourself wet, you can also have a leisure walk along the St Kilda Promenade or see little penguins at the pier most evenings.
If you have more time in Melbourne and want to avoid crowds, you can also venture out to Dendy Street Beach in Brighton and Mothers Beach in Mornington to name a few.
Queens of the Damned theatre restaurant
If you are looking for a night out with friends and love the them of pirates, this is the place for you. Queens of the Damned theatre restaurant hosts a pirate-themed dinner production throughout this summer season. You can expect an entertaining dining experience with pirates, mermaids, and bawdy ballads. Good luck stealing the golden treasure chest!
The Big Bounce Australia
Here is one of our favourite summer activities. The world’s biggest jumping castle and much more… Holding the Guinness World record, The Big Bounce Australia hosts a 300-meter long inflatable obstacle course featuring colourful slides, ball pits, a maze and exciting climbing walls. Covering an area of just over 1,500 square metres and towering 10m from the ground, it is a crazy inflatable world of fun. It really is action-packed entertainment for all ages.
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Moonlight Cinemas
You now have a choice of various moonlight cinemas. You can enjoy an outdoor theatre in gardens or even on rooftops. Make it a fun experience with friends or make it a romantic pit stop. Grab yourself a pizza, sushi, cheese platter or a bottle of wine. Sit, relax and enjoy the show! It can be weather permitting, so always try to look at the forecast before booking. One of the most popular outdoor Moonlight Cinemas is at Royal Botanic Garden.
Moomba Festival
The Moomba Festival is held March every year in Melbourne. Located along the banks of Melbourne’s Yarra River, it attracts up to one million people. It is Australia’s largest free community festivals with kids shows, music pop-ups, carnival rides, water sports fireworks, performers and more. It provides a full day of fun for family of all ages. It’s also known for its exciting fireworks!
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Picnic at Botanic Gardens across Melbourne
There are 28 botanic gardens across Melbourne. The Royal Botanic Gardens is likely the most popular due to the fact its just a stone throw away from the Melbourne CBD. It spans across an impressive 38 hectares and housing over 50,000 individual plants, trees and shrubs. A perfect place to find some shade or an array of sunshine. You can enjoy a private picnic under trees, on a garden bed, or next to a beautiful lake.
Sidney Myer Free Concerts
If you are into music of all genes, Sidney Myer Music Bowl offers nights of live music performance in the open air. Local and international artists take stages on different nights across January to April, and most importantly, the entry is absolutely free!
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Spending a day in Geelong
Being an hour away from Melbourne CBD, Geelong might not be on most people’s list of must-visit-places, but it has a lot to offer. Besides its beautiful foreshore and amazing waterfront entertainments, Geelong Botanic Gardens is an incredible place to enjoy a picnic. The Gallery and Heritage Centre injects cultures and arts into the city of Geelong. You can also find a great number of restaurants providing high-quality services in this area as well. It is a day trip worth taking.
You can also visit our Geelong suburb report to find out more.
Searoad Ferries
This is one of the best summer activities, but it can actually be enjoyed all year round. The Searoad Ferries offer a spectacular 40 minute trip from Queenscliff to Sorrento. It takes you across the Bellarine Peninsula and Mornington Peninsula, two of Melbourne’s most magnificent coastal regions. Both Peninsulas have many attractions to explore. You can have a 2 hour scenic drive from Sorrento to the famous Penguin Parade on Mornington Peninsula, or visit the iconic Great Ocean Road on Bellarine Peninsula.
That’s a wrap
Melbourne is a city of culture and entertainment. Melbourne is also well known for its passion for coffee and great wine. There are many wonderful markets, festivals, cafes, restaurants and much more available to you. There are many more, so please share your favourite summer activities in the comments section below.
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January 2022
