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Excluding 2006 and 2010, when Bahrain hosted the event, the Australian Grand Prix has formed the opening race of the World Championship since moving to Melbourne from Adelaide in 1996. Sophisticated, elegant and cosmopolitan, Melbourne has been voted one of the world’s most liveable cities. It is a capital of arts, culture, fashion, food and sport, and boasts tree-lined boulevards, bustling markets, eccentric old-fashioned trams and a vibrant cafÊ lifestyle. The city sits either side of the Yarra River, with the redeveloped Southbank, now a vibrant entertainment district, boasts a huge casino and top-name celebrity chef dining.
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Where’s the party? The inner city suburb of Albert Park is located 3 km south of Melbourne's central business district. The easiest way to access Albert Park is to use the tram system that operates from central Melbourne.
You’ll want to stay at Located on the fringes of Albert Park in South Melbourne, Coppersmith is a 15-room boutique hotel with a bistro, bar and rooftop retreat.
When you’re hungry go to... Hidden just behind the bustling Chapel Street, House of Hoi An boasts delicious and authentic Vietnamese food with a difference. It’s also only a short walk from the Albert Park Circuit.
When you’re thirsty go to... Located on the top floor of the old Melbourne Steamship Co. building, the recently reopened State of Grace is a rooftop bar with killer city views.
Long stint - where to go next Drive from Melbourne to Sydney via the sparkling beaches and secluded surf spots of the Sapphire Coast.
Splash & Dash - F1 weekend city breaks The City Circle tram is a free service and offers a
Yarra Valley. Enjoy top wines and magnificent
good introduction to the heart of Melbourne’s
scenery while exploring one of Australia’s
central business district taking in many of the
principal wine regions.
city’s attractions. A recorded message on the early-model trams explains the sites you are
Great Ocean Road. Travel the length of the
passing, along with a little of their history.
Great Ocean Road passing towering limestone cliffs, sweeping white beaches and stunning forest scenery.
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