Melbourne is an amazing city in Australia. It is a modern city fully equipped with all the latest entertainment favourites yet has a rich and authentic heritage to it. The culture and traditions of the citizens in the city are truly fascinating to explore. The best place to enjoy the best of Melbourne is no where other than the cities primary museum; The Melbourne Museum. This has everything and anything you need to know about Melbourne, all in a perfect nut shell.
The Melbourne Museum can be found in the beautiful Carlton Gardens, right opposite the Royal Exhibition Building. The best part about the Museum is how it gracefully delves into life in Victoria and goes further to explore the cities beautiful natural environment and its culture and history. Eight galleries in all make up this award winning Museum. Entertaining for the entire family, one whole gallery is dedicated just for children and has everything and anything to amuse and amaze the curious child. Some of the interesting must not miss highlights of the Museum include an exhibit of the complete Blue Whale Skelton, a living Rainforest, The Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, the racehorse Phar Lap and a large fascinating IMAX theatre. A visit to the museum gives one a wholesome experience into a variety of facets in life. The touring hall presents a couple of major international exhibits that are fascinating to explore. Some of the items on display give you even surprising insights into the unheard of facts that are part of the Victorian lifestyles.
On conclusion of your Museum Tour visit the Melbourne Museum Shop. This interesting outlet situated in the main foyer has an array of local and other Australian products that are based on the Museums Themes. The many available items make perfect little souvenirs to take home.
After thoroughly exploring this insightful museum come home to the Citadines on Bourke Melbourne. This cosy yet luxurious Melbourne serviced apartments gives you the perfect mix and match between hotel and apartments. It is so popular that it is known as the finest Serviced Apartment Melbourne has and proudly boasts as its own.