Lights Out Down Under: Kicking Off the F1 Season in Australia

Formula 1 fans, start your engines!  For the first time since 2019, the Australian Grand Prix is back as the season opener, kicking off the highly anticipated 2025 F1 season. From March 14th to 16th, Albert Park in Melbourne will host this iconic event, promising an unforgettable weekend of speed, excitement, and surprises. 

This season, all eyes are on 7-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, making his Ferrari debut, and an exciting roster of rookies eager to impress and leave their mark on the sport. With 24 races on the 2025 calendar, this season is set to be one for the history books. 

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Getting to the Big Race

Melbourne is a vibrant and welcoming city that’s actually quite easy to get around on foot, by car, or by public transportation. If you don’t have wheels on the day of the big race, don’t worry! Here are a few simple ways to reach Albert Park: 

• Catch the Line 234 bus which stops directly at Albert Park.  

• Alternatively, you can also catch the Line 1 or Line 96 tram. 

Besides the race, there will also be entertainment, food trucks, and art at Albert Park. Ticketholders can:  

• Greet drivers at Melbourne Walk. 

• Enjoy food and music at M-Lane. 

• Stroll through Legends Lane to admire vintage cars and cultural exhibits.

Exploring Melbourne and Beyond 

While the race is the main event, there are plenty of other attractions you can’t miss. Some of Melbourne’s highlights include: 

• Melbourne Skydeck: Take in panoramic views of the city. 

• Punt tours on Ornamental Lake: Guided punting boat tours in the Royal Botanical Gardens. 

• Welcome to Thornbury beer garden: Relax with local craft beers. 

There are so many things to do in Melbourne, culture lovers can check out the libraries, galleries, and museums, while foodies can scope out the markets, cafés, bars, and other eateries. 

Day Trips 

Melbourne travel extends past the city limits. To really get the full Aussie experience before or after the magic of the Grand Prix, take a day trip to a nearby destination.  

Phillip Island 

Explore the natural wonders unique to Victoria. In just 90 minutes, you can be on the island to experience its beautiful beaches, watch fur seals relax on Seal Rocks, take a scenic helicopter ride, and see marching penguins who gather around the coast each day at sunset (known as the Penguin Parade).

The Great Ocean Road 

This road stretches for 151 miles between the towns of Allansford and Torquay and is one of Victoria's top experiences. In fact, it's on the Australian National Heritage List. You can cruise the coastline to marvel at dramatic cliffs, lush rainforests, and breathtaking rock formations like the Twelve Apostles.

Currency Tips

Having cash on hand when you visit a new country is always a good idea. You’ll never know when it might come in handy during your Grand Prix adventure, like if you need to grab a taxi, stop for food, or anything else that might come up. 

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