Day 7 Lanes & Tram

I had breakfast with same lady as yesterday in the hotel. Then packed my bags and stored 2 at hotel.
I walked to the famous Lune Bakery. The best croissants in Melbourne I'm told. I queued for 30 mins (which is normal) and bought hot choc, plain croissant and a cinnamon scroll. Found a bench nearby in shade and had drink and croissant. I must admit the croissant was probably the best I've ever had so I get the hype. Hot chocolate was nothing special, not even marshmallows. Had the scroll later and it was yummy too.
Thought I better do one foody thing in Melbs.
I then walked around Central Melbourne shopping district checking out all the lanes and some shops. Found a street with all the outdoor shops and enjoyed poking around. Bought some gloves and folding sitting mat at shop called Backpacking Light. Great shop with knowledgeable staff. They even had Aarn packs Fiona!
It was quite hot today, 29deg so good to be in shops.
I then got on the circular tourist tram which does a circuit around the central district. All trams within this area are free. The tourist tram was an old one and only cooling was windows so when it stopped it was pretty warm. It was quite busy in the city, much busier than weekdays.
I got off near the hotel after doing a circuit and a bit.
I then collected my bags from hotel and did 5min walk to Southern Cross station to catch the Skybus to airport.

I've had a great week, highlight was the Australian Open experience. I'm told it was not a busy day there so that was good.
Melbourne is a nice city and I tried to a variety of things. I'm so lucky with the weather, that it was only low 20s most days.Read more