Play or be Played - Squid Games @ Melbourne’s Federation Square
by Sunsetvacaydreams
Jun 3, 2025
Complete Guide to Sydney, Melbourne, and Gold Coast.
First time visiting Australia and unsure where to go? Worried about accommodation mishaps?
Don't worry! Here's a meticulously curated guide to the must-visit cities on the East Coast! A comprehensive, step-by-step guide just for you!
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🏞️Must-Visit Attractions:
Sydney Opera House  Must-Visit Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ticket Price: 35 AUD/person (guided tour)
Tips: Best to take photos at sunset; the white sails look stunning under the evening glow! 🌇
Bondi Beach  
Must-Visit Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Surfing Lessons: 60 AUD/session
Instagram Spot: Don't miss the Bondi Icebergs Pool!
Melbourne Street Art
Location: Hosier Lane
Photo Tip: Wear bright-colored outfits for the best shots!
Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast 
Beach Length: 70 kilometers
🏄♀️Water Activities: Surfing, kayaking, jet skiing, and more!
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🚗Transportation:
✈️Intercity Travel:
Sydney → Melbourne: 1.5h 💰150-300 AUD
Melbourne → Gold Coast: 2h 💰200-400 AUD
🚇City Transport:
Sydney Opal Card 💰3-5 AUD/ride
Melbourne Myki Card 💰4-6 AUD/ride
🛍️Shopping Recommendations:
🛒Sydney Westfield
Luxury Brands: Chanel/LV/Gucci👛
Opening Hours: 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
🛒Melbourne Queen Victoria Building
Must-Visit for Fashionistas: Zimmerman/Aesop🧴
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
🍽️Foodie Must-Try Spots:
🦀Sydney Quay
Signature Dishes: White Coral Dessert + Blue Ocean View Average Spend: 80 AUD
🌶️Melbourne Chin Chin
Must-Try: Thai Platter
Average Spend: 50 AUD
🍖Gold Coast Hurricane's
Recommendation: Tomahawk Steak
Average Spend: 60 AUD
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🏨Accommodation:
Sydney Shangri-La
Address: 176 Cumberland St
Highlight: Rooms with Sydney Opera House views
Sydney Capella
Address: 24 Loftus St, Sydney NSW 2000
Features: Combines local Sydney elements with modern luxury
Melbourne Langham
💰Price: Around 3000 CNY/night
Tips: Queen Victoria once stayed here
Gold Coast Voco
🌊Highlight: Stunning ocean-view rooms
Pool: Rooftop Instagram-worthy pool⛱️
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📅One-Day Itinerary Suggestions: (Contact me for Great Ocean Road small group tours)
Sydney 7 Highlights: 1. Opera House 2. Harbour Bridge 3. Fish Market 4. Bondi Surfing 5. Icebergs Pool 6. Circular Quay 7. Sunset Ferry Ride🚢
Melbourne 6 Highlights: 1. Federation Square 2. Graffiti Lane 3. QV Lunch 4. Great Ocean Road 5. Twelve Apostles 6. Yarra Valley🍷
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💡Important Notes:
🌥️Best Seasons: March-May or September-December
✍Visa: E-visas are now very convenient
☀️Sunscreen: SPF 50+ is a must!
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