Getting around the city - that's melbourne
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 Getting around the city 

Melbourne is a city that's a cinch to explore, with flexible and no-fuss ways to move around town. Bike tracks, waterways, trains, trams and taxis transport you through the city and make you a part of its action. You can also cruise, cycle or walk to attractions and events around the city.

For an insider’s perspective into what makes Melbourne tick:

 Tourism information

Tourist informationTo help you explore the city and gain an insider’s perspective, the City of Melbourne operates a range of visitor information services. View visitor services

 Free Melbourne City Tourist Shuttle

Tourist ShuttleHop on and hop off the free shuttle bus at any of the stops at key city destinations. Melbourne City Tourist Shuttle runs daily from 9:30am to 4:30pm.

 Melbourne Mobility Centre

Melbourne Mobility CentreDedicated to improving access for everyone, Melbourne Mobility Centre loans equipment and has services for people with disabilities, older persons, and those with temporary disabilities.

 Melbourne Greeter Service
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The Melbourne Greeter Service is a free 2 to 4 hour orientation of the city for visitors and tourists to Melbourne.

 Public transport
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Melbourne's public transport is the easiest and best way to get around the city. Buy a Metcard or Myki card for flexible travel between trains, trams and buses.

 Maps and brochures

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Download maps and brochures to help you find your way around Melbourne.

 Cycling
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It’s time to get on your bike and enjoy a spin around Melbourne, which is proudly a cycle-friendly city.

 Tours and Cruises
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Melbourne's many tours and cruises are a great way to see the city with interesting insights from those in the ‘know’. For on-the-spot advice, bookings and brochures visit the Melbourne Visitor Centre at Federation Square or the Melbourne Visitor Booth.

 Melbourne walks
Walking across bridge on Yarra River

There are a number of fascinating self-guided walks in the Melbourne Walks section of our brochures page, guiding you through parks, promenades, arcades and city streets. Visit Melbourne walks or take a walking tour.

 Free City Circle Tram
City Circle Tram

The City Circle Tram is a free service around central Melbourne taking passengers down bustling streets, past some of Melbourne's major attractions.
City Circle route 


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