Melbourne often becomes the Australian city that most people feel at home in with just a few visits. This is a beautiful city with a lot to offer visitors – even if it is your first time here! Here are some of the best ways for you to experience Melbourne like a true local on your first visit.

Find the Right Place to Stay

The first thing you need to do when trying to find somewhere great to stay is to always ensure that you have the best place to come back to. You might have a single trip travel insurance policy all ready to go and an idea of the sights that you want to check out, but you still need to think about where you are going to stay.

A hotel can be a great option, but those who want to live with a local should also consider an Airbnb or some other rented apartment where you can come and go as you please and handle your own food. Melbourne is brimming with amazing food markets, so if you want to stay in and cook there should be no shortage of places for you to go. Just make sure that you pick your neighbourhood carefully. Somewhere like the central business district (CBD) might seem like a good idea because it is highly pedestrianised, but because there are so many businesses and retail units here it might end up feeling quite empty.

Grab a Coffee

One of the best ways to settle into life in Melbourne is to head to one of the many coffeehouses around the city. Coffee is loved by so many not just in this city but all over Australia. If you are used to instant, you need to get out and try some of the real stuff. From the best espresso outside of Italy to beautifully crafted milk coffees, there is something for everyone.

One that you should try is the amazing flat white. The origin of this coffee is a point of contention between Australia and New Zealand. Nevertheless, one of the best reasons to head to Melbourne will be for its flat white.

Get into Greenery

If you truly want to chill out, there are plenty of spaces in Melbourne where you can do so. Don’t make the mistake of thinking that Melbourne is somewhere that you always need to be on the go simply because everyone else seems very busy. There is always a quiet space you can seek out should you need it!

Two of the best spots can be the Queen Victoria Gardens and the Royal Botanic Gardens. If you are searching for a beautiful spot where you could enjoy a picnic or just sit and watch the world go past, these are definitely the place to be. Head here with friends, or even just on your own for a little alone time in a tranquil space. If you need a breather from some of the busier parts of Melbourne, you need to come here.

Melbourne is a fantastic city to go to simply because there is so much on offer here for you to explore. Even if you have never been to this city, you will soon find your feet and will be ready to see exactly what is on offer. Take a look at some of the brilliant spaces waiting for you here and get ready to dive in and explore everything that is on offer. Before you know it, you will feel like you have lived here for years. There are few places as welcoming as Melbourne around the world!

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