[2024 Melbourne Attraction] Travel Guide for Australian Open (Updated Dec)

The tennis feast begins in the southern hemisphere's high summer

Date: 2024/1/14- 1/28 Location: Melbourne Park How to arrange the winter? Of course, fly to the southern hemisphere to watch the Australian Open! The Australian Open, as one of the four Grand Slam tennis events, is the first of the four major Grand Slams to be held each year and is the youngest Grand Slam. The Australian Open was established in 1905 and has a history of over 100 years. At its inception, the tournament was named the 'Australasian Championships'; in 1969, it entered the 'Open Era'. Since 1988, the tournament has been held on the outdoor hard courts at Melbourne Park. If you are planning a trip to the Australian Open, come and check in Melbourne as well, and enjoy the Australian scenery and culture beyond sports~ 1. Puffing Billy Steam Train The Puffing Billy Steam Train is an experimental narrow-gauge railway built at the turn of the 20th century. It is one of the well-preserved steam railways in the world and a historic steam train in Australia. The train journey is 24 kilometers long, passing through beautiful forests and fern-filled valleys from Belgrave to the Dandenong Ranges, with open-sided carriages allowing you to enjoy the scenery along the way, such as the famous landmark on the Puffing Billy railway line—Monbulk Creek Trestle Bridge. In addition, there are many stations along the way where passengers can get off and explore. 2. Melbourne Skydeck The Melbourne Skydeck, also known as the Eureka Skydeck, is located on the 88th floor, 285 meters above ground level. Take the express elevator, and in just a few seconds, you can enjoy a 360-degree unobstructed view of the entire Melbourne cityscape. The deck is equipped with telescopes that allow you to accurately observe important landmarks throughout Melbourne. 3. Melbourne Aquarium The Melbourne Aquarium is located on the banks of the Yarra River, known as the 'Thames of the Southern Hemisphere'. The exterior is a four-story arc-shaped building with blue and white as the main colors. The aquarium is divided into two levels, above and below ground, with 12 exciting themed exploration areas, offering you an unforgettable experience. It is home to a rich variety of species including saltwater crocodiles, seahorses, turtles, squids, sea dragons, sharks, starfish, and emperor penguins.