Melbourne is set around the shores of Port Phillip Bay.
The city itself, laid out in a large rectangle and boasting a lively and
cosmopolitan pulse, sits on the northern banks of the Yarra River, about five
kilometres from the bay.
CBD
One glance at a map and it’s obvious
that Melbourne is a planned city: a tidy, balanced grid of neatly angled
streets. But beneath this sense of everything in its place restraint lies a
restless creative energy constantly pushing back at the city’s seeming
conservatism. The CBD is made up of precincts – distinct enclaves each with its
own flavour and charm. Some are just a lane or two, while others cover the banks
of the Yarra River or a busy CBD street.
City fringe
Extending around the bay are a
number of inner suburbs, each with its own distinct character and personality. A
short tram ride from the city centre, Melbourne’s suburban neighbourhoods are a
must see for anyone wanting to experience what life here is really all
about.
City precincts
Check out a map of
Melbourne's CBD and find out more about the city precincts including Federation
Square, Chinatown and Flinders Lane.
