Launching Place Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Crown Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Crown Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Melbourne? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Melbourne Central
You can enjoy some retail therapy with a trip to Melbourne Central, a favourite shopping spot in Melbourne. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Queen Victoria Market
Soak up the atmosphere and bag yourself a bargain at this popular Melbourne institution.
Melbourne Cricket Ground
Australia’s premier stadium is a symbol of Melbourne’s sporting heritage, drawing thousands of fans to cricket, football, rugby and soccer matches and events.
Marvel Stadium
Catch an event at Marvel Stadium during your trip to Melbourne. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
During your trip, find out what's happening in Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, a top convention centre in Melbourne. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Activities
Melbourne: Yarra Wine, Beer/Gin & Chocolate Tour with Lunch
Puffing Billy And Phillip Island Penguin Parade Bus Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Launching Place
Warburton
Unique features of Warburton include the river views and bars. Make a stop by Yarra River Walk or Mount Donna Buang while you're exploring the area.
Dandenong
Dandenong is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Dandenong Market and Drum Theatre while in the area.
Richmond
Travellers choose Richmond for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Richmond Station or Burnley Station and check out top sights like Church Street.
South Yarra
Prahran Market and Chapel Street are top sights in South Yarra, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at South Yarra Station or Hawksburn Station to see more sights in the area.
East Melbourne
Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in East Melbourne. Top attractions like Melbourne Cricket Ground and Collins Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Jolimont Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.
Fitzroy
Gardens, bars and museums are some highlights of Fitzroy. Make a stop by Brunswick Street or Smith Street while you're exploring.
- Puffing Billy Steam Train
- Mount Donna Buang
- Dandenong Ranges National Park
- Healesville Sanctuary
- Rochford Wines Yarra Valley
- Redwood Forest
- SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
- Sherbrooke Forest
- Yering Station Winery
- Yarra Valley Chocolaterie
- Olinda Falls
- Gumbuya Park
- Four Pillars Gin
- Westfield Knox
- Domaine Chandon Green Point Winery
- De Bortoli - Yarra Valley
- Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail
- Emerald Lake Park
- Coldstream Hill Winery
- Coombe Farm Estate Wines
- Fergusson Winery & Restaurant
- Steavenson's Falls
- William Ricketts Sanctuary