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First time in Melbourne? If you want to take photos till your hands are tired, eat all kinds of local delicacies, and experience the local life, this article will be packed for you👇 ✅Classic gameplay ✅Locals love it ✅Great for taking photos ✅Free time 🍴Authentic Australian cuisine & global fusion cuisine ✔ Kangaroo meat & Australian beef: high in protein and low in fat. Common cooking methods are frying or grilling. The taste is similar to steak, with a bit of game flavor. ✔ The three major Australian seafood items: lobster, oysters and king crabs are extremely fresh and available in coastal markets and restaurants. ✔ "Diverse Food Map": - [Little Italy] Eat authentic pizza, pasta, and Italian desserts - [Chinatown] Mainly Chinese food, hot pot, dim sum - [Vietnam Street] Rice noodle stalls can be found everywhere, with rich soup and high cost performance 📌Tips: It is recommended to make reservations in advance or arrive early during the lunch and dinner peak hours. 🥐Brunch is Melbourne’s “morning class for all” ✔ Time: usually 8am to 2pm ✔ Must-eat list: - Eggs Benedict, Poached Eggs with Avocado on Toast, Beef Burger - Creative fusion: Japanese bento style, Mediterranean light meals, salmon with quinoa salad ✔ Atmosphere: Some brunch shops are hidden in art districts or streets, with retro music playing, making them a great place for taking photos. 📌Suggestion: It’s easier to schedule on weekdays. ☕ "Coffee Universe" hidden in the alley ✔ Melbourne is one of the best coffee cities in the world, and locals drink a cup of Flat White almost every day. ✔ Brief introduction to coffee types: - Flat White: Australian specialty, less milk foam, rich coffee - Long Black: Similar to Americano but stronger - Magic: A "niche hit" in the hidden menu, with a special ratio of milk and condensed milk ✔ There are many small and beautiful cafes in the alley, with outdoor seating and industrial-style interior design, which are super photogenic. 🚶‍♀️Melbourne Citywalk photo spot check-in route 1⃣ Flinders Street Station + St. Paul's Cathedral: Gothic architecture must be photographed 2⃣ Victoria State Library: round dome + wooden reading room, beautiful like a movie 3⃣ Hosier Lane: Graffiti all over the walls, strong street art atmosphere 📌It is recommended to walk around the route, which is suitable for a half-day free trip. 🌅Seaside & Sunset: Relax and take photos ✔ St. Kilda Beach: Watch the penguins return to their nests. You may see groups of penguins coming ashore every evening. ✔ Port Melbourne Beach: A quiet beach popular with locals, perfect for taking photos of the sunset ✔ Brighton Beach: Check in at the colorful changing huts, beyond the film 📌Remember to bring your jacket when the penguins return to their nests & go early to grab a viewing spot. 🎈Hot air balloon + nature experience = two kinds of romance in one day ✔ Yarra Valley Hot Air Balloon: Take off at 5-6 am, overlooking the vineyards + sunrise ✔ Melbourne city hot air balloon: watch the city wake up from the air Note: Flights must be booked in advance and are subject to weather conditions. ✔ Phillip Island: - See penguins, wild kangaroos and seal habitats - Wooden trestle bridge hiking + cliff sea view super healing ✔ Dandenong Ranges Steam Railway: - Sit in the convertible with your feet out the window, perfect for couples or families 🛍️Visiting the market = quickly getting to know Melbourne! ✔ Queen Victoria Market: fresh food, brunch, souvenirs, night market ✔ South Melbourne Market: Great seafood! You can eat oysters and scallops on site ✔ Royal Arcade & Block Arcade: Indoor antique shops + local desserts, highly recommended~ 📷See the panoramic view of the city here Eureka 88th floor observatory: best spot for night view and sunset Melbourne Star Ferris Wheel: A slow rotation of 30 minutes, with a wide view 🚋Free city tram = one of the most cost-effective ways to travel the city ✔ It takes about an hour to complete a circle, passing through the main attractions and cultural areas of the city. ✔ Unlimited number of boarding and alighting, saving energy + convenient for arranging free activities 📌Specific stations and operating hours can be found on the municipal official website. 🔖Save this note and you will know how to have fun in Melbourne. If you want free travel route planning, budget suggestions, and holiday-limited activities, please see the comment section 👀 The editor can continue to publish series~ For more Melbourne tips, search for "Melbourne Local Guide"~