Essendon West Hotels near Afton Street Conservation Reserve

Wanna race? You could pay a visit to Flemington Racecourse located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from central Melbourne. Let yourself be amazed at the art galleries and museums in the area too. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want more thrills, head to Moonee Valley Racecourse located nearby.

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Footscray Market during your trip to Melbourne. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Highpoint Shopping Centre in Maribyrnong. Let yourself be amazed at the art galleries and museums in the area too. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

Explore the great outdoors at Frog's Hollow Wetlands, a lovely green space in Melbourne. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

You could catch an event at Royal Melbourne Showgrounds, a stadium in Flemington. Let yourself be amazed at the art galleries and museums in the area too. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at Royal Melbourne Showgrounds, you'll love Australian Racing Museum, just a short walk away.

Queens Park is just one of the places to see in Melbourne, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.