Melbourne, Australia is our next stop. It is the second largest city in Australia and is also called the ‘Sporting and Cultural Capital of Australia’, according to the official site for Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. 

For those of you who are watching your wallet, Melbourne offers cosy bed and breakfast establishments and hostels. They even have an award winning hostel for backpackers. Check it out the Greenhouse Backpacker. :)

Melbourne has a very eclectic dining scene ranging from homestyle favorites to groundbreaking new dishes. Cafes are very popular in Melbourne.

If sports is more your thing, then no worries you are in the right place. The people here are obsessed with football, cricket, soccer and just about any other outdoor activity. A fun fact to note is the Melbourne holds the world record for the highest attendance at a cricket match. 

If you want to check out some artwork, stop by the National Gallery of Victoria which is the home of the largest glass ceiling in the world, according to their website. The National Gallery of Victoria is the oldest and one of the finest art museums in Australia. It offers an extensive international art exhibition.