Melbourne is the capital of the Australian state of Victoria and, with a population of over 5 million, is the second largest conurbation in Australia after Sydney.

In many different polls, Melbourne has been voted the best place to live several times, and in our experience it undoubtedly is.

Melbourne is an amazing place with an enormous range of amenities from the many galleries, museums, restaurants and shopping centres to the endless sandy beaches, parks and national parks in close proximity to the city.

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While it may not be as spectacular at first glance as, say, Sydney, Melbourne is definitely worth a visit.

The city is also the starting point for road-trips along Australia's most famous roads - the Great Ocean Road and Coastal Drive.