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Craig HillMelbourne markets for the Ashes
April 21st 2006 00:01
Though it is only my second blog, I am going to begin a new series of blogs that I will revert back to every so often.
The most anticipated series of cricket for some time will be in Australia at the end of the year, bringing in thousands of tourists into the country. You’ll want to be planning your trip now if you are coming to Australia for the Ashes or perhaps going to a match interstate. There will be non-cricket days, so I’ll go through some ideas what else can be done.
Head to the Markets
Melbourne has a number of top quality markets, some having been established over a century ago. The most obvious and central markets are the Queen Victoria Markets on the corner of Elizabeth and Victoria St, in the inner city. It has rows and rows of stalls and is perfect if you’re looking for fresh fruit and veg, meat, deli foods so you can make your own lunches to take to the cricket and save a small fortune. It is also the first place to go for souvenirs, but also cheap clothes and jewellery. Open every day including Wednesday night.
South Melbourne Market is smaller, but still offers a range of goods from fresh produce to general more gift items. This is perhaps a better option for those staying outside the city for the match. Operating Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
St Kilda Esplanade markets is perhaps the most picturesque of markets as it overlooks St Kilda beach. The focus is on arts and crafts and open every Sunday. A trip to St Kilda is an essential part of a trip to Melbourne so perhaps make your trip on a Sunday.
Other Melbourne markets include Australia’s oldest market – Prahan Market, Oakleigh Rotary Sunday Market, Victorian Arts Centre Market and Williamstown Market. Each have their own charm and focus.
The most anticipated series of cricket for some time will be in Australia at the end of the year, bringing in thousands of tourists into the country. You’ll want to be planning your trip now if you are coming to Australia for the Ashes or perhaps going to a match interstate. There will be non-cricket days, so I’ll go through some ideas what else can be done.
Head to the Markets
Melbourne markets are rich in history
South Melbourne Market is smaller, but still offers a range of goods from fresh produce to general more gift items. This is perhaps a better option for those staying outside the city for the match. Operating Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
St Kilda Esplanade markets is perhaps the most picturesque of markets as it overlooks St Kilda beach. The focus is on arts and crafts and open every Sunday. A trip to St Kilda is an essential part of a trip to Melbourne so perhaps make your trip on a Sunday.
Other Melbourne markets include Australia’s oldest market – Prahan Market, Oakleigh Rotary Sunday Market, Victorian Arts Centre Market and Williamstown Market. Each have their own charm and focus.
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