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               Rydges Melbourne       

Rydges Melbourne is the CBD’s premier 4.5 star hotel. Offering today's discerning traveller stylish and contemporary surroundings, combined with modern comforts, services and facilities, Rydges Melbourne offers superior accommodation, complimented by genuine hospitality.

Rydges Melbourne

186 Exhibition Street
Melbourne, VIC 3000
+61 3 9662 0511

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Directions

From Melbourne Airport: Travel along the Tullamarine Fwy and take the left turn off to Flemington Rd when you approach Melbourne City. At the roundabout continue straight ahead onto Elizabeth St. Turn left at Victoria Pde and right into Exhibition St. Rydges Melbourne is situated on your left.

Taxi is approx $45 and a 30 min drive. Shuttle service is approx $15 and a 35 min drive.

Parking

All Australian Telehealth Conference participants are encouraged to park at the Wilsons Car Park located directly below the hotel. Simply take a ticket from the boom gate on entry and park as normal. You will then need to present the ticket at the hotel reception desk to receive the discounted rate of $20 per exit.

About the Location

Rydges Melbourne is located in the heart of Melbourne's vibrant theatre district.

The hotel is also on the door step of Chinatown and within walking distance to the exclusive Collins Street boutiques, MCG, Etihad Stadium, Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Park.

The nearest bus stop is on Exhibition Street, the nearest train station is Parliament Railway Station on Spring Street (1 block from the hotel) and the nearest tram stop is on Bourke Street (50m from the hotel). There is also a taxi rank right in front of the hotel. Our concierge service offers timetables and public transport information for all your transportation needs.

5 things to do in Melbourne

1. Federation Square is Melbourne's most prominent meeting place and a unique cultural precinct which brings together a creative mix of attractions, museums and galleries, and the finest of dining with its many restaurants, cafes and bars.
2. Queen Victoria Market is more than just Melbourne’s shopping mecca - it’s an historic landmark, a tourist attraction and a shopping institution for Melburnian's. Almost one thousand traders sell everything from exotic Australian fruit and vegetables and local and imported gourmet foods, meat, fish and poultry to hardware, manchester, clothing and authentic Australian artefacts and souvenirs.
3. Crown Casino is Melbourne’s iconic entertainment hub. Located on the Yarra River Crown features the largest gaming facilities in the southern hemisphere, more than 30 bars, over 40 restaurants, 3 hotels and a collect of the world’s leading designer.
4. Great Ocean Road is described as one of the world’s greatest coastal drives. Spend your weekend exploring the costal townships of Torquay and Lorne, the infamous 12 apostles and the magnificent Otway National Park.
5. Yarra Valley features some of Victoria’s best wineries. Join a tour or take a scenic drive and visit many different wineries offering different types of wines.

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BIG DATA 2013 Key dates

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Monday 21 January 2013

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Thursday 21 February 2013

Early bird registration deadline

Tuesday 12 March 2013

Late registration deadline

Monday 8 April 2013

What's On in Melbourne April 2013

Melbourne Comedy Festival

27 Mar to 21 Apr 2013

Jersey Boys

10 Jan to 14 April 2013

Apollo Bay Music Festival

26 27 & 28 April 2013

Free Melbourne Walking Tour

20 Apr 2013 7 am to 11:30 pm

Harp in the Gardens

16 Apr 2013 2:00 pm