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Flight Club

Darts are back, baby.  If you’re anything like us and have been craving something to do while consuming a tasty beverage, Flight Club’s social darts and cocktails situation is exactly what the doctor ordered.

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Activities & Itineraries

Hijinx Hotel

Late in 2019, the luxurious Hotel Chadstone opened its doors which granted guests convenient access to unwind in the rooftop pool or indulge in a relaxing spa treatment following a long day of shopping. Fast forward to 2023, and Australia's largest shopping centre has now opened its second hotel on the opposite side of the precinct. But this time, it comes with a slight twist. 
The inside of Cinema Nova's candy bar.
Activities & Itineraries

Cinema Nova

Cinema Nova, the indie darling of Melbourne’s extensive cinema collection, is now over 30 years old and showing no signs at all of slowing down, so if you’re looking for arthouse films and eclectic screenings, please look no further. Starting off with a sparse 4 screens back in 1992, it’s now evolved into a 16-screen Elysium for movie lovers, and there are no questions as to why.
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Restaurants

Three Blue Ducks

After a few rumours, a little hearsay around the hospo traps and plenty of crossed fingers, Three Blue Ducks has dropped the news that they’ll be opening their first southern state restaurant at Tullamarine wave park, URBNSURF.
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Warramunda Estate

It's fair to say Robert and Irene Magdziarz know a thing or two about good wine. After hand-planting their first vineyard in the Macedon Ranges, they moved to Coldstream and took over the old Warramunda Station in 2007, turning it into one of the Yarra Valley’s finest biodynamic wineries, Warramunda Estate.
Homewares

Smash Splash

Melbourne’s first Splash Room just splashed on the scene and it’s even fun to say: Smash Splash. Try saying that three times fast.
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Zero Latency

Like all good businesses, Zero Latency was born in a garage. Scott Vandonkelaar's garage actually. Scott and Zero Latency co-founders Tim Ruse, and Kyel Smith wanted to create a virtual experience that went beyond a computer screen. 
Taltarni Vineyard
Local Escapes

Taltarni Vineyard

Looking for a gem to visit on your next Sunday (or weekday) drive? Look no further! Recruit your bae, jump in your car and road trip to the stunning Taltarni Vineyard. This spot will woo your heart. Guaranteed.
TV & Movies

The Virtual Reality Cinema

A few years ago, Virtual Reality was something nerds did in the privacy of their own homes. Most people didn’t know what it was, and they didn’t want to know. Something about dragons? You put this weird headset thing on? It all sounded a bit Matrix.
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Scienceworks

Forget everything that comes to mind when you think of science. Including your old physics teacher who crushed your dreams of being a scientific genius when he gave you a D on your physics test (it’s a sore spot, okay).
Pets

The Best Dog Beaches In Melbourne & Victoria For 2025

Dogs love water just as much as we do, from chasing garden hose streams to splashing in shallow pools. Watching your pup frolic in the waves at Melbourne’s best dog-friendly beaches is pure joy. However, not all beaches welcome furry friends. We've curated the top dog beaches in Victoria for 2025 so you and your best mate can enjoy the coast together. Here are Urban List's picks for the best dog-friendly beaches in Victoria.
Wellness

Your Guide To Melbourne’s Best Day Spas In 2025

We live in spa country. We’ve got some of the best day spas in Melbourne and beyond with Daylesford and Sorrento bringing the goods. Breathe in, breathe out, relax your shoulders, and get booking. Here is Urban List's guide to the best days spas Melbourne and Victoria have to offer.
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Local Escapes

A Local’s Guide To Eating, Drinking And Hanging Out In Ballarat

Arguably Melbourne’s most picturesque regional city, Ballarat was founded in 1838 and was the centre of the gold rush in Victoria—and very briefly one of the wealthiest cities in the world. It’s come a long way since then and it’s not just about gold rush history anymore—there’s more things to eat, drink, do and see than ever before.
A view of the CBD with a rainbow in a blue sky.
Activities & Itineraries

Things To Do In Melbourne Right Now

Consider this your Melbourne bucket list that covers both tourist attractions and local haunts. There are endless things to do, see, eat and drink but sometimes it's difficult to know where to start. Like all good city guides, we’ve divided our hit list into a compass-like fashion to help you navigate your way around Melbourne’s best activities. So this is your chance to discover something new in your suburb or dare to venture into an unfamiliar area.
Best Of

The Pickleball Lowdown: What Is Pickleball And Where You Can Play In Melbourne

Pickleball is a cocktail of racket sports. It uses a rubber paddle similar to table tennis, played on courts just like badminton, and has major squash vibes. You can play it indoors or outdoors, with two or four players, and if you did a double take passing by a game, you might almost mistaken it for tennis. In 2025, Pickleball in Melbourne is popping off, so we did some digging.
Travel

Your 2025 Guide To Victoria’s Best Free Camping Sites

No matter the season, it’s always prime time to pack the car and escape into Victoria’s wild backyard. From lush riverfront bushland to windswept coastal dunes (yes, you might spot a whale), the state is dotted with incredible free camping spots - some within just over an hour’s drive from Melbourne.
A F1 podium with people spraying champagne.
What's On

Unmissable Things To Eat, Drink And Do At The Melbourne F1 This Year

This year is a real biggie for Formula One. Melbourne has returned as the coveted season opener, host to the world’s first look at seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton debuting his new Ferrari red get up while Spain-born Carlos Sainz embraces a fresh Williams blue. And arguably one of the best parts of the AusGP weekend—the end of race track walk—is also back on the cards. Winning.
News

Hut, Hut, Hut, Touchdown! The NFL Is Coming To Melbourne

We’re calling it a touchdown. Further cementing Melbourne as Australia’s sporting capital, next year we’re going to be able to catch live NFL games. Yep, American football—the National Football League—a la Travis Kelce is coming to us live.
A shot of a jacaranda tree with the CBD in the background.
Things To Do

The Five Best Spots To See Melbourne’s Most Beautiful Jacaranda Trees

The sight of the blossoming purple flowers of the Jacaranda trees is a friendly reminder that the true frosty season is over and there are warmer climates ahead. The Jacaranda is typically earmarked with the coming of summer and Christmas (according to the jingle). The floral tree is an Australian icon in the plant community and a welcome beacon to the tail end of the year. 
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The Best Go Karting In Melbourne 2025

Go karting is a timeless activity. The almost child-like pursuit of speed and reckless endangerment is a thrill that you can’t (and shouldn’t) get driving to coles. With many tracks and karts around town, all with their own different bends and different levels of engine CC’s, it can be a little difficult to know where exactly you should burn rubber. 
What's On

Catch The World’s Biggest Yayoi Kusama Exhibition At The NGV

In a monumental celebration of contemporary art, NGV International is hosting the largest-ever retrospective of iconic Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. Featuring over 180 works, this expansive exhibition spans Kusama’s extraordinary eight-decade career, making it a global first and an unmissable event.
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The Ultimate Local Guide To Christmas In Melbourne

Ah, Christmas—the season of sparkly lights, festive tunes and a to-do list longer than Santa’s. Between finding the perfect gift, planning events that scream “holiday spirit” and navigating the chaos of end of year celebrations, it’s easy to feel like an overworked elf. But don’t worry, we’re here to help you shop, explore and eat your way to a stress-free December 25th.