The city of Melbourne is situated in the southern Australian state of Victoria. Opening out like a fan from the shores of Port Phillip Bay, Melbourne is home to over 4 million residents and is well-known for its diversity, style and street arts. The city of Melbourne was founded on the banks of the Yarra River in 1835. Not long after, this faraway settlement was transformed into one of the wealthiest cities in the world after the discovery of gold. Decades of prosperity created Melbourne into a metropolitan city filled with grand civic buildings, cathedrals, theatres and parks. Melbourne is a travel destination that fits every group. Among the many popular activities to experience in this city includes attending sports events, enjoying a cocktail on a rooftop and discovering the stories hidden within Melbourne's art-filled alleyways.

Best time to fly from Manila to Melbourne

If you are planning to visit Melbourne for some sightseeing, the ideal time to plan your trip would be during the autumn season from March to May. This would be a great time to do activities outdoors as the weather is not too hot and not too cold, you can enjoy exploring the city on foot or travel a little bit out of town to do grape and wine tasting. If you do not mind the cold weather, months between June and August sees fewer tourist and chances are priced for accommodation and logistics would be slightly lower.

Main airports available in Manila and Melbourne

Ninoy Aquino International Airport – The Ninoy Aquino International Airport, or more popularly known as the NAIA, is an international airport serving the city of Manila and its surrounding areas. The NAIA is equipped with three functional terminals. Many of the scheduled international flights lands in Terminal 1 and domestic airlines like the Philippine Airlines lands in Terminal 2. While others land in Terminal 3. NAIA accommodates to numerous major airline carriers including Cebu Pacific, AirAsia Philippines, Philippine Airlines and Qantas.

Tullamarine Airport – Situated approximately 23kilometres away from themain city centre of Melbourne, the Tullamarine Airport, or more commonly known as the Melbourne Airport, is the primary airport connecting the Melbourne to other major cities worldwide. The airport compromises of four terminals and is the second busiest airport in Australia. Operating both domestic and international flight routes, the Melbourne Airport also serves as a major hub for airlines such as Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar Airways and Tigerair Australia.

Climate Pattern in Manila and Melbourne

Melbourne is located on the southern part of Australia and unlike the country's northern states, the city experiences a temperate oceanic climate with warm to hot summers and cool winters. However, the city of Melbourne is known for its unpredictable weather conditions. Temperatures can vary from hot mornings to gales and thunderstorms in the evening. This is due to its location on the boundary of hot inland areas and the cool southern ocean.

Highlights attractions in Melbourne

• Federation Square – No other space in the city says Melbourne like the Federation Square. Overlooked by Flinders Street Station and St Paul’s Cathedral, Federation Square does what Melbourne does best, artfully blending the elegance of pre-historic architecture with edgy, modern designs. Taking a stroll in this area will keep you in constant awe. While you are in Federation Square, grab a ticket to one of Melbourne’s hippest museums, The Australian Centre of the Moving Image (ACMI). At ACMI, discover the rich history of Australian cinema and explore the interactive possibilities of tomorrow. Furthermore, do not forget to head underground to the Melbourne Visitor Centre for the latest events and happenings you can check out.
• Southbank – Just across the Yarra River is the Southbank. Here you can check out the vibrant public art, local or luxury shopping and dining. Even so, Southbank is dominated with the Crown Casino complex and its many associated bars and restaurants. You can also choose to relax and hang out with locals on the pedestrian promenades, and watch the river flow by. While you are in Southbank, take the elevator to the 88^th floor of the Eureka Tower, named after the famous 18^th-century miners' rebellion. The 360 degrees views from the observation deck are purely splendid.
• Café hopping – If Melbourne has a fragrance, it would be the aroma of roasting coffee beans. In this city, great coffee, food and fashion are not luxuries but the essentials for daily life. The locals take their coffee very seriously. Hence there is never an insufficiency of cafés offering good coffee in this part of the country. Australia's signature coffee is the Flat White, but you can also find other options such as cold-drip, pour-over, siphon, lattes and more. The recommended place to head to for the best coffee is ST. ALi in South Melbourne, Seven Seeds in Carlton or Industry Beans in Fitzroy.