Cruise liners calling at the Port of Melbourne dock at Station Pier – which is only 15 minutes from Melbourne city centre and this is directly linked via a tramway service.
Passengers on a day trip into the city are recommended to see the highlights on a pre-booked tour, which will take in Melbourne Town Hall, St Paul’s Cathedral, Finders Street Station and Federation Square. Laid back ‘cafe culture’ can be found at St Kilda’s beach which is situated just across Westgate Bridge.
The Melbourne Observation Deck, as well as Melbourne Cricket Ground are other highlights. Queen Victoria Market is a great place for a wander, as is the Fitzroy Gardens and Royal Botanic Gardens.
Taking a tour in the Colonial Tramcar restaurant is a great way to get to know the city, as well as enjoy fine dining – tours usually include lunch, and an early and late dinner.
