Our guide to the best that Melbourne has to offer.

How do you describe Melbourne? - Some will spin the old tired line that it’s staid, conservative and cold whilst others will tell you more truthfully that it’s a vibrant, cosmopolitan and confident metropolis.
As Australia’s second city, it learnt from Sydney’s mistakes and what we really love about Melbourne is that Melbourne knows that it got it right!

Even major sporting occasions are conducted with a touch of glamour and purpose in Australia’s irrefutable style capital. Home to Australian Rules football, F1 Grand Prix and the only horse race on Earth that literally stops a nation, Melbourne exudes a easy yet sophisticated charm which make visiting this great city such a highlight.

So, if you’re visiting for either work or pleasure, the Rydges MelbourneInsider is designed to show you our favorite things, which combine to make Melbourne such a compelling city. If you’re looking for a local’s insight on which restaurant is worth a look, which record store has the best selection or where you can join a crowd of 80,000 people to drink beer and abuse umpires whilst watching a game of footy, we’ll show you where we go.

Like all recommendations, some are long standing favourites, some are hidden gems and others are new and enticing, but all are provided with the best intention of ensuring you get the best possible insight and experience whilst enjoying this fabulous city.