Melbourne CBD

We have taken quite a few flights in and out of Melbourne now, but never stayed long enough to explore the CBD. Easy drive in, quick park, explored Federation Square, the Yarra River, then as much as we could in the following 4 hours. We found ourselves in China Town for dinner. Our impressions of Melbourne were great, it didn’t feel like it was all about retail fashion stores as there were tons of eating places, but not alfresco like Brisbane, lots of quirky shops, and felt as though there was much more still to see.

The architecture was very interesting too.

The city was buzzing with the Aussie Open being on.

Aussie Open Tennis

It was great to finally spend a few nights in Melbourne and catch the Tennis live for the first time.  Timing was perfect, as we had just returned from 10 fun filled days in Cairns - one on one time with Ayla is such a joy. Our car was already at the airport, and we shared an Air BnB with the J’s, out in the suburbs.  Great atmosphere, great crowds, great cool sunny weather, great entertainment.  Highly recommend the experience. Melbourne city centre is so easy to get around, free trams, cheap parking and easy access to all the events.

Melbourne Stadium ...great seats for day and night sessions.

Legends Doubles and Womens singles and also mens singles.

The only Aussie we saw was Sam Stosur on an outer court in doubles with L Paes...great match...they won