Title: Visit Melbourne: Best of Melbourne Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Melbourne](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels.d6147557.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Melbourne](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Vacation-Rentals.d6147557.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Melbourne Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Melbourne.d6147557.Car-Rental-Guide)[Melbourne Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne.d6147557.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Melbourne ## Travel Guide ![Melbourne showing a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/293000/293923-Melbourne-Derby.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Melbourne](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/293000/293873-Derbyshire-England.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Melbourne which includes a park and a pond as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/293000/293914-Melbourne-Derby.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Melbourne which includes a small town or village](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/293000/293921-Melbourne-Derby.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Melbourne showing a small town or village and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/293000/293922-Melbourne-Derby.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Melbourne Things to do #### Shop at boutiques and visit a church from the 1100s in this market town set amid the beautiful Derbyshire countryside. Melbourne is a Georgian market town home to historical landmarks that have close ties with the British royal family. It’s a town with a strong community spirit, where locals shop at thriving independent traders and meet regularly at the many traditional pubs. Melbourne was first mentioned at the time of the Domesday Book and has attracted celebrated guests such as King Henry I, Queen Victoria and Lord Byron. Among the town’s places of interest is the architecturally stunning Melbourne Parish Church. Erected in the 12th century, it is one of the finest examples of a Norman parish church. Note its austere exterior, two-story interior layout and artwork. Wander south from the church along the banks of a tranquil medieval mill pond called Melbourne Pool. Opposite the church is Melbourne Hall, a stately home once home to the Bishop of Carlisle, Prime Minister William Lamb, lords and ladies. This private house is open to the public in August, when it’s possible to tour a series of well-appointed rooms and experience the affluence of its residents. Enjoy the hall’s gorgeous landscaped gardens from April to September. Market Place marks the town centre and the meeting of its three busiest streets: Church Street, High Street and Derby Road. Here, barbershops, boutiques, butchers, florists and gift stores occupy striking Georgian houses. Experience the welcoming atmosphere of the town’s pubs. The White Swan has been serving patrons since 1684. Don’t miss attractions in the surrounding countryside. Staunton Harold Reservoir is a popular summer destination for bird watching, sailing and windsurfing. Visit Calke Abbey, an unrestored Baroque home and country estate with an impressive orangery. Racing enthusiasts should visit Donington Park, the venue for motorbike, rally and touring car events. Melbourne is just 8 miles (13 kilometres), or a 40-minute bus ride, south of Derby. Birmingham, Leicester and Nottingham are some other nearby cities. With the Peak District National Park reachable in an hour by car, this is a great base for discovering the natural treasures of Derbyshire and central England. - Melbourne Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Melbourne ![voco Leicester by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76600000/76596100/76596043/0916a7a0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### voco Leicester by IHG 101 Welford Road, Leicester, England CA $98 CA $118 total Nov 2 - Nov 3 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Leicester. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (680 reviews) "So close to everything!" 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