From culture and coffee to everything trendy and tasty, this Melbourne backpacking guide is your budget-friendly ticket to exploring Australia’s most artistic city.
If backpacking Australia is on your bucket list, Melbourne hits the spot.
How? You might wonder. Not the Australian city notorious for its overpriced lattes and unreliable weather, both of which are no-no’s for the budget-conscious, outdoor-loving backpacker.
But here’s a little not-so-secret. Despite being Australia’s second most expensive city, Melbourne is a gold mine of cut-price offerings if you know where to look.
We’re not only talking about museums galore that the city has gotten so good at, partly due to its unpredictable weather. We mean gorgeous gardens, stunning street art, and breathtaking beaches—all free to explore.
Then, there are the buzzing bars with cheap drinks (yes, they exist!) and wallet-friendly eateries with surprisingly good food. Even cheap shopping.
And if you need some cash to fund your stay in Melbourne, no worries. You can apply for a working holiday visa and earn while travelling.
Add to this the variety of accommodations (including cheap ones), and you’ve got a city with all the ingredients of a backpackers hub.
So, when are you backpacking Melbourne?
Melbourne Backpacking Guide
Our complete guide to backpacking Melbourne covers visas, transport, things to do, accommodation, food recommendations, and more!
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Visas Needed to Travel to Melbourne, Australia
Before you live your dream of backpacking Australia, you must get a visa before travelling.
The only exception is if you’re a citizen of New Zealand. In such a case, you can get a visa upon arrival.
Visa requirements vary based on your citizenship, length of stay, and whether or not you plan to work. Please check Australia’s Home Affairs website for more info.
Important Note! Before you book any international trip, we honestly recommend getting travel insurance. You never know when things will go wrong, and medical bills can add up quickly if you get sick or injure yourself overseas.
Our personal recommendation based on our own experience is World Nomads.
Working Holiday Visa
Not only does this visa allow you to visit Melbourne, but it also lets you travel across Australia while…
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