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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

2 days in Melbourne

Laneway coffee, street art and sport-mad culture. Here's how to spend 2 days in Melbourne: a realistic day-by-day plan you can copy and tweak. The best time for this 2 days Melbourne trip is January, February and March. Budget roughly $150/person/day before flights.

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Length
2 days
Best time
January, February, March
~Cost/day
$150
Currency
USD
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Day 1

09:00
Melbourne central business district~$5
The Melbourne central business district is the city centre and main commercial district of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. As of the 2021 census, the CBD had a population of 54,941
12:30
Timeline of Melbourne history~$5
The following is a timeline of the history of the city of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
16:00
Missing Link Records~$5
Missing Link Records was an Australian-based independent record label established in 1977. The Missing Link label was created by Keith Glass and David Pepperell who were the owners
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Day 2

09:00
Central market & street-food lunch~$12
Grab lunch where locals do.
12:30
Local food tour of Melbourne~$25
Taste the signature dishes of Melbourne.
16:00
Central market & street-food lunch~$12
Grab lunch where locals do.

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What 2 days in Melbourne costs

What this trip costs

$762
Flights$45059%
Stay$689%
Activities$648%
Food$9012%
Local transport$365%
Shopping$243%
Buffer$304%
$381/day

Estimates for planning, so check live prices before you book.

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2 days in Melbourne: FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Melbourne?+

2 days is enough to cover the main highlights of Melbourne without rushing the essentials. The plan above balances the must-sees with time to wander.

What should I do on day 1 in Melbourne?+

Start with Melbourne central business district, Timeline of Melbourne history and Missing Link Records. The full first day is mapped out above.

How much does 2 days in Melbourne cost?+

Budget around $150 per person per day for a mid-range trip (stay, food and activities), before flights, so roughly $300 per person for 2 days. The cost breakdown above splits it by category.

When is the best time to visit Melbourne?+

The best months to visit Melbourne are January, February, March and April, when the weather suits sightseeing best.

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