Explore contemporary art and music at RISING Festival
Melbourne, Australia • 
Underrated
UnderratedMelbourne, Australia
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
14°C – 26°C, january is typically the warmest month in melbourne, with average high temperatures around 25, high crowds, peak season
14°C – 26°C, january is typically the warmest month in melbourne, with average high temperatures around 25, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Venues are wheelchair accessible; walking required; seating available.
Venues are wheelchair accessible; walking required; seating available.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed pricing and fees affected the overall value.
Mixed pricing and fees affected the overall value.
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Summarised by AI
Unique Culture
Couples found the diverse program and immersive experiences truly captivating and memorable.
Great Atmosphere
The city-wide celebration created a vibrant and romantic atmosphere for couples to enjoy.
Well Organized
Couples appreciated the clear accessibility information and well-planned event schedules.
Hidden Costs
Travelers felt the additional ticket fees were an unexpected and unwelcome surprise.
Overcrowded Events
Some couples noted that popular events were very crowded, affecting the experience.
Pricey Tickets
Couples thought that ticket prices for some events were a bit too expensive.
Hours of operation
Monday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
MEDIUM
15-26°C
February continues the warm summer trend in Melbourne, with average high temperatures of 25.8°C and lows of 14.6°C. Rainfall is slightly less frequent, with about 8 days of rain totaling 48mm. Humidity remains moderate at 64%, and the UV index is moderate, necessitating sun protection.
February continues the warm summer trend in Melbourne, with average high temperatures of 25.8°C and lows of 14.6°C. Rainfall is slightly less frequent, with about 8 days of rain totaling 48mm. Humidity remains moderate at 64%, and the UV index is moderate, necessitating sun protection.
Open
Moderate demand; booking in advance is recommended for popular events and accommodations.
Moderate demand; booking in advance is recommended for popular events and accommodations.
Recommended
February offers warm weather with slightly fewer crowds than January. It's a good time to visit, but early booking is still advisable due to ongoing events.
February offers warm weather with slightly fewer crowds than January. It's a good time to visit, but early booking is still advisable due to ongoing events.
March
MEDIUM
13-24°C
March marks the beginning of autumn in Melbourne, with average high temperatures of 23.8°C and lows of 13.0°C. Rainfall occurs over approximately 10 days, accumulating around 50mm. Humidity increases to 67%, and the UV index remains moderate.
March marks the beginning of autumn in Melbourne, with average high temperatures of 23.8°C and lows of 13.0°C. Rainfall occurs over approximately 10 days, accumulating around 50mm. Humidity increases to 67%, and the UV index remains moderate.
Open
Generally good availability, but some events may still require advance booking.
Generally good availability, but some events may still require advance booking.
Recommended
March offers pleasant weather and fewer crowds, making it an ideal time to visit Melbourne. Prices are more reasonable, and availability is better compared to peak summer months.
March offers pleasant weather and fewer crowds, making it an ideal time to visit Melbourne. Prices are more reasonable, and availability is better compared to peak summer months.
April
LOW
11-20°C
April continues the autumn season with cooler temperatures, averaging highs of 20.2°C and lows of 11.4°C. Rainfall is similar to March, with about 10 days of rain totaling 57mm. Humidity rises to 71%, and the UV index decreases, reducing the risk of sunburn.
April continues the autumn season with cooler temperatures, averaging highs of 20.2°C and lows of 11.4°C. Rainfall is similar to March, with about 10 days of rain totaling 57mm. Humidity rises to 71%, and the UV index decreases, reducing the risk of sunburn.
Open
High availability for accommodations and events; last-minute bookings are more feasible.
High availability for accommodations and events; last-minute bookings are more feasible.
Recommended
April offers cooler weather and minimal crowds, providing a relaxed experience in Melbourne. It's an excellent time for those seeking a quieter visit with better availability and reasonable prices.
April offers cooler weather and minimal crowds, providing a relaxed experience in Melbourne. It's an excellent time for those seeking a quieter visit with better availability and reasonable prices.
May
LOW
7-19°C
Cool temperatures with occasional rain.
Cool temperatures with occasional rain.
Open
Minimal restrictions; most events and accommodations are readily available.
Minimal restrictions; most events and accommodations are readily available.
Recommended
May offers cool weather and lower crowd levels, making it a good time to visit Melbourne. The RISING Festival may not be active during this month, so it's advisable to check the official schedule.
May offers cool weather and lower crowd levels, making it a good time to visit Melbourne. The RISING Festival may not be active during this month, so it's advisable to check the official schedule.
How to get there
Train
Recommended
Flinders Street Station is a major hub for all of Melbourne's metropolitan train lines, including the Craigieburn, Frankston, Glen Waverley, Hurstbridge, and Sandringham lines, among others. V/Line regional services to Gippsland also operate from this station. The Ballroom is located within the station.
Walking
Recommended
Given its central location, Flinders Street Station is easily reachable on foot from many parts of Melbourne's CBD. The main entrance to the Flinders Street Station Ballroom is at the Elizabeth Street end of the station.
Bike
The area around Flinders Street Station is accessible by bicycle, with bike lanes on Swanston Street.
Bus
Multiple bus routes stop near Flinders Street Station, including routes 216, 220, 234, 250, 251, 302, 350, and 605, with stops at Federation Square/Swanston St and Swanston St/Flinders St.
Car
Driving to the venue is possible, with Flinders Street being a major thoroughfare. Several commercial car parks are available nearby, including Paramount Car Park on Exhibition Street and Wilson Parking at 450 Flinders Street.
Metro
Numerous tram routes stop directly at or near Flinders Street Station, including lines 1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 19, 64, 67, 70, 72, and 75, with the Federation Square/Swanston St #13 stop being a one-minute walk away. The free City Circle Tram (Route 35) also stops at Flinders Street Station.
Taxi
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber are readily available for drop-off at Flinders Street Station, with a major taxi rank located on Flinders Street.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
