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Arcades & Lanes

December 4, 2017June 13, 2018 By 2 Smiths

This is our last full day in Melbourne and we decide to visit the hidden alleys and lanes that make up this city. There is a walking map that starts down by the river and does a several hour loop. The alleyways are just fascinating, it is like a hidden city.

If you are into shopping, Melbourne Central Business District is for you, on Flinders Lane – the most expensive shops in the world are yours to explore and buy from if you wish. Rodeo Drive in LA has nothing on this.

We have a very enjoyable walk and finish with a nice dinner at Georges on Collins Street where we have a lovely server from Stockholm who will be returning home in the next several weeks to surprise her family for Christmas. I love talking to the people who are here, they have such great stories. It will be an early night tonight as we have an early flight in the morning. I love Australia and would come here again for sure.

Mary

Melbourne is way too cool.

The weather today is, again, not the best but it’s just fine for walking. There is a walking tour called ‘Arcades and Lanes’ that we’ve taken and it’s just as described. Hidden lanes, arcades, street art, and food stuff – really nice. The tour winds through most of the CBD and close-in environs and presents great views of the city as well. We need a few extra days here!

Dick

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  • Kevin December 4, 2017 at 5:22 pm Log in to Reply

    Doesn’t Melbourne have a great vibe? Would love to see it in the spring.

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