Why does Lonely Planet choose to call Melbourne home? Well there's the enviable live-music scene, modern museums, a vibrant multicultural mix, the best coffee on earth and cosy cocktail bars up every laneway. Discover the city's treasures for yourself with this smart, stylish and streetwise guide - like us, you might decide to stay forever.
check out the best galleries, theatres, museums and sporting arenas that Melbourne has to offer
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