Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Frankston

"In the afternoon take a stroll around the Royal Botanic Gardens or join a tour to see the inner sanctum of the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). If you're visiting between March and September make sure you see a game of AFL (Australian rules football). For dinner head to Little Bourke Street and taste the flavours of Melbourne's Chinatown, or check out the vast dining hall at Cookie in Curtin House. Catch a live performance at Bennetts Lane, Australia's premier jazz venue, which hosts local and international musicians most nights."

"This fenced garden is within the Royal Botanic Gardens and provides opportunities for water play and nature play in a popular picnic spot. You can also take your under 5s on a Punt Tour for free!. Ian Potter Foundation Children’s Garden, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, Birdwood Avenue, South Yarra"

"Melbourne’s iconic monument was built as a memorial to honour all those who served during World War I and all Australians who have since served in military conflict and peacekeeping operations. Open daily, visitors can wander through reflective exhibition spaces including Galleries of Remembrance, The Victoria Cross and Gallery of Medals and see over 800 objects including photos, uniforms and historical artefacts."

"The Shrine of Remembrance (commonly referred to as The Shrine) is a war memorial built in honour of the men that fought in World War I. It now functions as a memorial for all Australians who have been sent to war. The Shrine was built during the great depression and construction relied heavily on public contributions."

"A free experience and in walking distance to Flinders Street Station, the Shrine of Remembrance is a stunning visual and educational experience. A be great place if you want to show older kids the Australian heritage. There are many areas to explore."

"For older children, one of the interesting activities in Melbourne for families is a visit to the Old Melbourne Gaol. Built in the 1800s, the Old Melbourne Gaol is one of Melbourne’s oldest buildings and a fascinating historical attraction. During its operation as a gaol between 1842 and 1929, it held and executed some of Australia’s most notorious prisoners, including the infamous bushranger Ned Kelly."

"Speaking of Ned Kelly – Australia’s most famous bad guy did find his untimely end in Melbourne, at the Old Melbourne Gaol. Naturally, a great part of the exhibition is dedicated to telling the story of this famous criminal. Plus, there are many more stories to explore here, many of them tragic and sad."

"One of the most interesting historical sites in Melbourne is the Old Melbourne Gaol. It was in use from 1842 to 1929 and was ‘home’ to some of Australia’s most notorious criminals, including bushranger Ned Kelly. Oh, the stories it could tell!"

"Rising 297 metres (975 ft) above Southbank, is Eureka Tower, one of the tallest residential towers in the world. Named after the Eureka Stockade (a rebellion during the Victorian gold rush) the building's top is coated in 24-carat gold and split by a red stripe, representing the bloodshed during the battle. It’s here that you can access the Eureka Skydeck and enjoy an impressive panoramic view of the city."

"Yes, it is a bit touristy, but why not enjoy Melbourne from a very different perspective?. The Skydeck on top of the Eureka Tower in Melbourne’s Docklands is the highest public vantage point in the Southern Hemisphere. Spectacular views are guaranteed!"

"The Eureka Skydeck, located on the 88th floor of the Eureka Tower, is the highest viewing platform in the entire southern hemisphere and offers great views of the entire city and beyond. Suggested Post: Melbourne's 10 Must-See Sights"

"In the afternoon take a stroll around the Royal Botanic Gardens or join a tour to see the inner sanctum of the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). If you're visiting between March and September make sure you see a game of AFL (Australian rules football). For dinner head to Little Bourke Street and taste the flavours of Melbourne's Chinatown, or check out the vast dining hall at Cookie in Curtin House. Catch a live performance at Bennetts Lane, Australia's premier jazz venue, which hosts local and international musicians most nights."

"Melbourne loves sports - and the Melbourne Cricket Ground is the sports capital of the nation. Commonly referred to as ‘The G’ it is the largest stadium in the southern hemisphere and the 10th largest in the world. Founded in 1853 by the Melbourne Cricket Club, the MCG has since hosted the 1956 Summer Olympics, two cricket world cups, and The Commonwealth Games."

"If your family loves sports then the Melbourne Cricket Ground needs to be on your itinerary!. If there are no matches on you can still visit. Just book the tour and also make sure you visit the National Sports Museum."

"The old historic Princes Pier in Port Melbourne is both a fisherman’s and photographers favourite early evening spot. With the sunsetting to the west, (right as you lookout to Port Phillip Bay), the golden hour light just before sunset is an ideal time to be here."

"The area around St Kilda Pier has to be one of the top places to be in city on a warm and still evening. It’s certainly one of the nicest sunset photography spots in inner-city Melbourne. Tip: Watch the sunset over Port Phillip Bay on a clear evening then head further down the pier to the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron Marina to watch the skyline light up."

"Rippon Lea, cared for by the National Trust, is a beautiful historic mansion with gardens that are just wonderful to explore. The mansion was built in 1868 by a businessman who made his fortune selling soft-goods on the goldfields. Take a guided tour of the house, enjoy the lovely garden and finish up with tea and cake at the Gatehouse cafe."

"Cook’s Cottage is open daily for visitors between 9am – 5pm at a price of $6.50. The visit offers the chance to see the antique furnishing and style of the famous voyager’s family home for a little slice of charming history within the city. The visit shouldn’t take more than a couple of hours, and so visiting several of the city’s gardens can be done easily within a morning or longer if you’re wrapped up in a particular exhibition."

"Rippon Lea, cared for by the National Trust, is a beautiful historic mansion with gardens that are just wonderful to explore. The mansion was built in 1868 by a businessman who made his fortune selling soft-goods on the goldfields. Take a guided tour of the house, enjoy the lovely garden and finish up with tea and cake at the Gatehouse cafe."

"A bakery is always a good option for breakfast, but Ned's Bake is so much more. Yep, you can pick up delicious fresh loaves of sourdough and mouth-watering baked goods, but it's well worth sticking around to peruse the brunch menu. We're talking marscapone pancakes, spanner crab salad, brioche french toast, or cured trout."

"With the thought that cake is made of and brings everyone happiness, there is no doubt that you will be happy with a custom creation for your special occasion. With over 8 years of experience in wedding cake creation and design, every client works closely with Fiona to ensure every last detail is discussed so that every cake is perfect. No matter what your dream cake looks like, she is ready to make it a reality."

"With the finest attention to detail and an open mind, together we can design and create something to suit each and every individual requirement. Welcome to the ‘Something about Cake’ world of designer wedding cakes and artistic creations. You’re not simply ordering a cake, you are gaining an experience."

"Restaurants South Yarra. LuxBite’s cakes and pastry are textbook French when it comes to technique, with not-so-classic flavour pairings. You’ll find green tea and Japanese rice wine in LuxBite's version of the opera cake, and seven layers of nostalgia in the Lolly Bag cake."

"Why: Finely grated potatoes, bound with a suggestion of egg and just the right amount of salt, are fried to a golden crisp then topped with poached eggs, smoked salmon, sour cream and little basil pesto in a brunch dish ($16) that embodies continental contentment. The experience: Israeli chef Yaniv Rosen recently took over the 25-year-old bakery and has given it a big boost. The dining area has expanded into adjacent premises and the brunch menu includes challah French toast, a pretzel plate with beetroot and walnut salad, and a frisky Tel Aviv-style platter with dips, salad and one of the excellent boiled bagels that Rosen starts making at 4am each day."