Lying to the east of Melbourne is Richmond, a unique suburb easily accessible by road, tram or train. Because of its background being one of the oldest suburbs in Melbourne, Richmond has made its own crowd atmosphere bringing in different people with different nationalities. The international crowd gathering and living in Richmond has made the town come to life with different colors, flavors and taste making it an attractive and fun place to visit.

When one is walking across town you can clearly see the diverse blend of buildings and architectures like tall skyscrapers, high-rise flats, modern apartments and an old touch of Victorian houses. On your way down Richmond don’t forget to take a stroll down Victoria Street or better known as Little Saigon. Here is where most the Vietnamese community resides and here is where you’ll get a taste of Vietnam. Most of the establishments in the street are composed of Vietnamese bakeries, shops and restaurants. Speaking of restaurants you’d surely want to get a bite of one of the best pho in town in the Pho Dzung, when they say pho they mean only pho meaning that’s the only thing on their menu but rest assured you will not be dismayed.

If you’re looking for a place to unwind and chill after all the eating you’d be happy to know that Richmond, Melbourne nearly has a pub on every corner. You can go bar hopping as an adventure and maybe you might even stumble on the right pub that suite your taste and budget. Why not try the Collection in Bridge Road where they have cocktails and have an impressive assortment of drinks to be enjoyed with some jazz sessions in the background. Richmond is the heart and soul of the music scene and the Corner Hotel is one of the best places to catch live music being played by big time bands to groups that are just getting started. Of course if what you’re looking for is a place to get a cup of coffee and refill your energy level then the 7 grams is the way to go, the cafe has perfected the art of brewing and making concoctions out of the beloved coffee bean.

Richmond is not only known for its fun atmosphere but also for being a trader’s paradise. If you’re up for a bargain then Bridge Road is the place for you. This street has all the boutiques, designer stores, main outlet shops, second hand stores and factories making it the perfect place to enjoy looking for souvenirs and something to bring along the way.

When you’re ready to relax and unpack finding a place to stay around Richmond, Melbourne is easy. Richmond Lodge is a recommended spot for those who are just in it for a day or on a tight budget, what’s great about the lodge is that it’s just a stroll away from Bridge Road and Victoria Street. Evidently if your willing to splurge a bit you can try out the Andre’s Mews where they come fully equipped with all the amenities one could ask for.