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Peeling back its layers one narrow laneway at a time, you'll uncover humble hole-in-the-wall cafes, delightfully secret bars and an abundance of boutiques tucked in all the most unlikely places. Obsessed with coffee and food and fueled by an artsy, bohemian subculture, it would take ages to truly untangle all of Melbourne, but that's a challenge you'll want to take on.

What's not so secret, of course, is the city's packed events calendar. Known as Australia's sporting and cultural capital, there's almost always something exciting going on, be it the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne Cup or Australian Grand Prix. Outside of big events, you can head to Southbank for stylish restaurants and fantastic views of the Yarra River, or take a two-hour ferry over to Phillip Island to view fairy penguins and cuddle koalas.