Here you'll find all about 8 free things to do in Melbourne. Got no money to spend? No worries, there are many things to do in this city in Australia for when you are on a budget!
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1. Go to the National Gallery Of Victoria
At the National Gallery of Victoria you can find a large collection of all types of art. For example, there is a collection of prints and drawings, you can see Asian art, and you will find here also Australian art. So there is a lot to see here.
Also, it is the oldest, most visited, and largest museum in Australia! And this is one of the best things to do in Melbourne.
Most importantly, you can go to the museum completely for free!
2. Stroll through botanical gardens
For a garden with a great variety of plants, go to the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria! You will find here thousands of different plant species and they look beautiful! To relax in nature, you should definitely not miss out on these gardens.
3. Visit the public library
The State Library Victoria is not just a regular public library. Besides more than 2 million books, you will also find here many historical objects. For example, there is a collection of 350,000 photographs, there are diaries of the city's founders, and there are many manuscripts.
4. See the skyline of the city
For one of the best places to see the skyline of Melbourne, head to the Shrine of Remembrance. You'll find here a War Memorial to honour all Australians who have served in war.
5. See free contemporary artworks
At the Australian Centre for Contemporary Arts you will find contemporary artworks by both Australian and international artists. Furthermore, these artists range from emerging talent to more established ones. Every year the exhibition changes, so you will get to see something new. Also, entry is always free!
6. Move around the city for free
Use the City Circle tram to move around Melbourne completey for free. The tram route passes many attractions in the centre of Melbourne. Not only is this a very convenient way to travel through the city while seeing it pass by, also you'll get to experience a beautiful historical tram from the inside.
7. Do a free walking tour
A free walking tour is a great way to experience all the city of Melbourne has to offer. During a tour, you will learn about the history and culture of the city at the hand of a local guide. Also, tours run every day of the year, so you can always do this while you are in the city.
8. Head to the beach
Brighton Beach is a beautiful beach to visit while you are in Melbourne. You will also find here colourful bathing boxes that are really great to see or to photograph!
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