Melbourne The Rialto

LOCAL ESSENTIALS

Travelling to the Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto from the NORTH Travelling along the Hume Highway continue as it changes to Sydney Road. Continue along Sydney Road it will change to Royal Parade, travel 2.5km. Continue along Royal Parade it will then change to Elizabeth Street, travel 0.1km. At the roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Peel Street, travel 0.8km. At the roundabout exit onto William St. Continue along William Street, travel 1km. Turn left on Flinders Lane, travel 0.1km. Turn left again on Market Street travel 0.3km. Turn left on to Collins Street , travel 0.4Km . Travel along Collins Street until you reach 495 Collins Street on your left hand side, Welcome to The Intercontinental Melbourne the Rialto. Travelling to the InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto from the SOUTH From Nepean Highway continue along the Nepean Highway and it will change to Brighton Road and then St Kilda Road, travel 1.3km along St Kilda Road. Directly after passing Fitzroy Street, turn left on to Queens Road, travel on approximately 2.5km. You will notice Albert Park Golf Course on your left. Queens Road will then merge on to Kings Way, travel 1.4km. Passing the Crown Entertainment Complex on your left and right, you will then pass over the Yarra River, travelling 0.2 Km. Then passing the Melbourne Aquarium on the right. Travel 0.1 Kms. Once passing over Flinders Street Turn right on to Flinders Lane. At the next intersection turn left into Williams Street. Then turn left onto Collins Street. On your left handside will be 495 Collins Street, Welcome to The Intercontinental Melbourne the Rialto!

USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Concierge Phone: +61386271473 Concierge Fax: +61386271412 Front Desk: +1-800-652-3705 Local Taxi Name & Phone: +613132227 Yellow Cabs Local Taxi Name & Phone: +613131008 Silver Top

USEFUL INFORMATION

LOCAL CULTURE

Getting Around

Walking and cycling is an excellent way to get around Melbourne. Please see the Concierge for a do it yourself guide to the city and tips on where to go.


Cafe Culture

Melburnians take their coffee very seriously. Speak to any of the Concierge who will be happy to share with your their favourites.


Tipping

Tipping is not obligitory in Australia but will always be greatfully accepted. When fine dining a tip of 10 to 20 percent is custom.


DID YOU KNOW ?

Hook Turns

In the Centre Business District and some other sign posted areas right hand turns must be made from the far left hand lane in order to give trams the right of way. Please see your Concierge for driving instructions.


Gardens

Victoria is the Garden State of Australia and there are many lovely gardens within walking distance of the hotel. Please see your Concierge for maps and inspiration.


The Melbourne Recital Centre

The Melbourne Recital Centre is famed as the world best acoustically designed concert hall. Concerts are regularly available and the Concierge can assist with ticketing.


Wine Regions

Victoria has over 20 wine regions and many of them are within easy driving distance of the hotel. Please see your concierge for small group tours or driving directions, maps and advice on how to make the most of your winery experience.


WHAT TO PACK

Shoes

Pack a good pair of walking shoes as Melbourne is relatively flat and is a beautiful city to walk around.


Quarantine

Australia has the strictest quarantine laws in the world. Please ensure you do not bring any unprocessed food, fresh food or live plant material as heavy fines can be levied. There are also strict quarantine laws between states and fresh food can not be transported across state lines.


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