Melbourne Tourist Information
Melbourne Tourist Information
Arts in Melbourne
In the 1850s a great gold rush attracted a tidal wave of fortune hunters from Europe, Asia and the New World, transforming a small pioneer village into a wealthy, fashionable and cultured city. Overnight, a tradition of art and theatre, architecture, fashion and rugged joie de vivre elbowed its way centre stage. A thousand years of tradition distilled in a single decade ... a heady brew which still pervades the substance and spirit of Melbourne.
On St. Kilda Road discover the imposing Victorian Arts Centre. Grand old playhouses are once again jewels in Melbourne's cultural crown and many outstanding theatres await to entertain you. On summer nights, the Botanic Gardens feature a unique theatre experience.
The National Gallery of Victoria is stunning seven days a week with an entire gallery of Australian masters as well as major travelling exhibitions from around the world. The Myer Music Bowl presents music, ballet, opera, movies and festival events and Melbourne is renowned for its myriad of multicultural festivals.
