We started with a tram ride to The Queen Victoria Market in the center of the city. We wandered through the many stalls in the different sections, meat, fish, produce and lots of clothing and knick-knacks spread over 2 city blocks in 19th century buildings.

From the market we crossed town to the Botanic Garden and meandered along the forest paths.

We then walked along the historic river front where the docks, ship building and repair, and factories were established in the mid 1800’s as Melbourne exploded in population due to the 1852 gold rush.

We completed our circuit of the city back at Docklands where we were staying, visiting the shopping center a few blocks from our hotel. The huge ferris wheel was not operating, maybe not until summer.

An evening walk along Docklands was lit up with city lights.