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A stylish and vibrant city, Melbourne has a wide variety of attractions for visitors to experience and enjoy. Historical and heritage attractions include the Royal Exhibition Buildings, Old Melbourne Gaol, La Trobe’s Cottage – home of Victoria’s first governor, the Royal Botanical Gardens and the Melbourne Museum, to name a few. For art, the Southbank precinct is the home of Melbourne art and culture – the Victorian Arts Centre and the National Gallery of Victoria's international collection. Federation Square fuses art with architecture, while city laneways and precincts showcase the skill of local artists and designers. Dozens of theatrical productions are staged each week in Melbourne, ranging from mainstream musicals to experimental works. Catch a blockbuster at the beautifully-restored Regent and Princess theatres or head to the Arts Centre and Malthouse to catch high-quality local productions. Renowned for its boutiques and fashion, Melbourne Central, the QV and GPO precincts – as well as tucked away laneways and arcades – offer great shopping opportunities. After hours, Melbourne features an ever-changing number of trendy clubs, bars and live music venues, as well as theatres and cinemas. As Australia’s premier ‘wine city’, Melbourne has a reputation for offering unparalleled food and wine experiences. From Chinatown, to the waterfront restaurants and cafes along the Southbank promenade, to Federation Square, NewQuay, and the Greek precinct, the city has a huge range of dining options. Sports fans can explore the sporting precinct which includes the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), scene of the Melbourne 1956 Olympics and still one of the world's great stadiums, as well as Rod Laver arena (venue of the Australian Tennis Open). Melbourne Zoo is recognised as one of the world's best, and is located three kilometres north of the city centre.
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