Melbourne on a Budget: The Ultimate Free Tram Guide
Forget rental cars! In Melbourne, the best way to explore is walking + free trams—no GPS stress, parking fees, or road rage! 🚎 🎯 What’s the Free Tram Zone? A designated CBD area where trams are 100% free, covering most iconic attractions. 🔍 Key Free Tram Routes: City Circle (Route 35) – Vintage trams with audio guides! North-South Lines: 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67, 72 East-West Lines: 11, 48, 70, 75, 86 📍 Free Zone Boundaries: Collins St, Swanston St, La Trobe St, Flinders St, etc. 📱 How to Check Free Zone? Download PTV (Public Transport Victoria) App. Tap Plan → Set start (e.g., Melbourne Central) and destination. If the route shows “Free Tram Zone”, hop on without tapping your Myki! 🏛️ Must-Visit Free Tram Stops: Federation Square State Library Victoria 📚 Queen Victoria Market 🛍️ St. Paul’s Cathedral ⛪ Melbourne Town Hall Royal Exhibition Building 💡 Pro Tips: ✔ Stay near Free Tram Zone: We chose Ibis Apartments (15/21 Therry St) – 2BR suite with kitchen, great value! ✔ Pack layers: Melbourne’s summer has crazy temperature swings! ✔ Use PTV App to plan hybrid walk+tram routes. #NoEarlyMornings #BudgetTravel #Melbourne #TravelHacks #CarFreeAdventure