Our Guide to Romantic Melbourne Australia

Maureen and I have made several trips here, and we’ve compiled some tips for couples planning a romantic getaway in Melbourne, Australia. There’s so much to see here, and these are just a few of the best attractions for a romantic Melbourne Australia vacation.

The best time to visit Melbourne: November to March for lots of sun, although it can get very warm in December and January. Most romantic hotels in Melbourne need reservations in advance for these months of the high season.

Romantic Things to Do in Melbourne, Australia

Even more romantic: The Colonial Tramcar Restaurant, a scenic Melbourne dinner tram.

Chocoholic Tours: Melbourne Chocolate Tours have the perfect walk for a romantic weekend in Melbourne! Enjoy a wonderful 2-hour guided tour through some of the best chocolate and desert shops in Melbourne.

Best Places for a Romantic Walk in Melbourne:

• St. Kilda Pier – after coffee in a nearby cafe, one of the most romantic places in Melbourne for couples. And if you’re up for it, a ride for 2 on the ferris wheel at Luna Park.

• Stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens, one of Melbourne’s most beautiful places (and spots for a romantic picnic!)

• Two scenic lookouts in Melbourne: Both the Eureka Tower Skydeck and the Rialto Towers & Observation Deck have awesome views of the downtown and suburbs.

Best Places to Shop in Melbourne: At Queen Victoria Markets, you can spend a fun morning at one of the best places to shop in Melbourne for crafts, funky souvenirs, jewelry and clothing.

St. Kilda Beach is the place for people watching and is close to some great restaurants and pubs.

Romantic Excursions in Melbourne: the Puffing Billy Railway is Melbourne’s romantic dinner train that meanders through the scenic Ferntree Gully (they can even arrange a unique Dandenong Ranges wedding reception too).

Venice on the Yarra: Set off on a Romantic Gondola Ride in Melbourne, a great idea for your special anniversary or honeymoon (or an ideal place to propose in Melbourne!)

Another Yarra excursion is with Melbourne River Cruises, if you prefer a more traditional romantic dinner cruise in Melbourne .

Melbourne Daytrips

Yarra Valley Wine Tours: There's captivating forests, villages and wine tasting in this attractive mountain range. For overnights and weekends, a really romantic getaway in the Yara Valley is the Rendezvous Cottages luxury B&B with fireplace and spa.

Mornington Peninsula: only an hour from Melbourne, you’ll find excellent beaches, coastal walks and interesting seaside towns.

Also: Watch the Fairy Penguins come ashore each night on Phillip Island, and explore the and fine views of the city from the Dandenong Mountains.

Romantic Melbourne Australia Holiday Packages

There's some money-saving weekends available with Virgin Blue Holiday"s Melbourne Package Deals , with 2-night air & hotel getaways starting at just $270 per person.

The Rydges Hotel has a Melbourne Hotel Romance Package that will pamper the two of you with room service breakfast, champagne and chocolates on arrival.

Romantic Restaurants in Melbourne, VIC

• For Italian, try any one of the great Lygon Street favorites, like the Piccolo Mondo (240 Lygon Street, Carlton VIC 9663 6165). Or splurge a bit at the magnificent Grossi Florentino (80 Bourke St, 9662 1811).

• In St.Kilda, Circa at the Prince hotel (2 Acland St, St Kilda 9536 1122) is another intimate dining spot in Melbourne.

• For romantic Melbourne dining with a view, try the tables 25 floors up at the Cafe La (Sofitel Melbourne, 25 Collins Street 9653 7744). Very romantic at night.

In Melbourne restaurants: you can bring your own wine to dinner if you like (a small corkage fee applies).

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