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1 " William Barak Bridge Stroll over the ‘singing’ William Barak Bridge (named after the Wurundjeri leader), which provides a scenic route to the MCG accompanied with sound installations. Listen out for songs, words and sounds representing Melbourne’s cultural diversity as you walk. "
― Lonely Planet , Lonely Planet Pocket Melbourne (Travel Guide)
2 " Top Sights Queen Victoria Market "
3 " Evening Markets On Wednesday evenings from mid-November to the end of February the Summer Night Market takes over. It’s a lively social event featuring hawker-style food stalls, bars and music and dance performances. There's also a Winter Night Market each Wednesday evening in August. "
4 " 1Ian Potter Centre: NGV AustraliaGALLERY MAP GOOGLE MAP The National Gallery of Victoria's impressive Fed Sq offshoot was set up to showcase its extraordinary collection of Australian works. Set over three levels, it's a mix of permanent (free) and temporary (ticketed) exhibitions, comprising paintings, decorative arts, photography, prints, sculpture and fashion. Free tours are conducted daily at 11am, noon, 1pm and 2pm. "
5 " 1State Library of VictoriaLIBRARY MAP GOOGLE MAP This grand neoclassical building has been at the forefront of Melbourne's literary scene since it opened in 1856. When its epicentre, the gorgeous octagonal La Trobe Reading Room, was completed in 1913, its reinforced-concrete dome was the largest of its kind in the world; its natural light illuminates the ornate plasterwork and the studious Melbourne writers who come here to pen their works. For visitors, the highlight is the fascinating collection showcased in the Dome Galleries. "
6 " 5SupernormalASIAN$$ MAP GOOGLE MAP Drawing on his years spent in Shanghai and Hong Kong, chef Andrew McConnell presents a creative selection of pan-Asian sharing dishes, from dumplings to raw seafood to slow-cooked Sichuan lamb. Even if you don't dine in, stop by for his now-famous takeaway New England lobster roll. No dinner bookings, so get here early to put your name on the list. "
7 " 5LongrainTHAI$$$ MAP GOOGLE MAP Get in early or expect a long wait (sip a drink and relax, they suggest) before sampling Longrain’s innovative Thai cuisine. The communal tables don’t exactly work for a romantic date, but they’re great for checking out everyone else’s meals. Dishes are designed to be shared; try the pork-and-prawn eggnet, the amazing seafood dishes and the "
8 " 2Degraves St Degraves St is a sophisticated laneway with boutiques and Parisian-style cafes, including Degraves Espresso ( GOOGLE MAP ; 03-9654 "
