Things to Do - Invest Victoria

Uncover Melbourne's arts & entertainment scene Melbourne showcases world-renowned art galleries, museums, music and film productions and numerous other cultural secrets. The city has the largest range of theatre venues in Australia, including: Arts Centre State Theatre Princess Theatre Throughout the year, Victoria hosts jazz, comedy and film festivals, celebrations of food and wine, and a variety of theatre and music events. > more Related links: Arts and Entertainment Melbourne Museum National Gallery of Victoria Melbourne International Arts Festival Events Around Victoria CitySearch.com.au - Melbourne Discover Melbourne's unique food & wine culture Chic restaurants serving a variety of cuisines, inspirational chefs, a lively café scene and an array of boutique wineries cements Melbourne's reputation for offering citizens a superb food, wine, cultural and overall living experience. Whatever your preference, Melbourne has something to offer, catering for many tastes. Ethnic precincts dotted throughout the city and inner suburbs include Chinatown in Little Bourke Street, a Greek precinct in Lonsdale Street as well as Lygon Street in Carlton with its heavily Italian influence. Victoria Street in Richmond is lined with Vietnamese restaurants and shops and Carlisle Street in St Kilda, is rich in Jewish culture. Related links: Food and wine CitySearch.com.au - Melbourne Experience Melbourne's obsession with sport Each year Melbourne hosts an impressive list of world class sporting events including: Australian Grand Prix Australian Open Australian Football League (AFL) season Melbourne Cup International Cricket Tour Rip Curl Pro Surfing Championship And in 2006 Melbourne was privileged to play host to the XVIII Commonwealth Games. The great outdoors Get into the great outdoors to experience another side of Melbourne. Whether you're interested in Melbourne's city parks and gardens, our magnificent coast line and wineries or the spectacular Great Ocean Road and surrounds, there is something for everyone. Melbourne, Victoria is a playground for cultural connoisseurs, active families and those who enjoy the very best in life. With all these outdoor options, Melbourne offers a lifestyle that is hard to beat any where in the world. > more