The best months to visit Melbourne are Mar – May. 14–22°C, autumn colours & festivals.
Quick facts
Currency AUD (A$) 1 USD ≈ A$1.55
Language English Multicultural: 200+ languages spoken
Timezone AEST (UTC+10/11) Daylight saving Oct–Apr
Best Months Mar – May 14–22°C, autumn colours & festivals
Daily Budget ~$65–100 USD A$100–155 budget traveller
Visa eVisitor / ETA A$20 online, most nationalities
When to go
A city that hides its best secrets down laneways, where world-class coffee, street art, and live music are a way of life.
Getting Around in Melbourne
- Free Tram Zone covers the entire CBD and Docklands, with no need to tap on. Outside: myki card (A$6, daily cap A$10.60, A$6.90 weekends)
- Trains connect suburbs. Trams cover inner Melbourne extensively. The 35 City Circle tram is free and loops major attractions
- Uber and Didi are widespread and cheaper than taxis. Melbourne is very walkable, and most CBD attractions are within 2km
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Melbourne travel guide.
Timezone: AEST (UTC+10/11) (Daylight saving Oct–Apr)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
The best months to visit Melbourne are Mar – May (14–22°C, autumn colours & festivals), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Melbourne budget breakdown.
