# Australia’s east-coast city sampler · Two bases with one hotel change

[Canonical itinerary](<https://zukio.com/trips/oceania/open-jaw/australia-s-east-coast-city-sampler-z0769/>)

Two bases with one hotel change

- Region: Oceania
- Trip format: Open jaw
- Nights: 7
- Interests: Arts & Theatre, Nature, Design, Sport

## Route and nights

- Brisbane · 3 night(s)
- Melbourne · 4 night(s)

Tradeoff: Keep the two places you most want to see. Verify whether the direct transfer works before dropping the middle stop.

Compare: Rail or domestic flights to compare

## Day-by-day agenda

Suggested schedule. Times are local. Check hours and availability for your dates.

### Day 1 · Brisbane

Check in and keep the first evening near your base.
Overnight: Brisbane

### Day 2 · Brisbane

Queensland Art Gallery and GOMA
Overnight: Brisbane

### Day 3 · Brisbane

South Bank paths and city gardens
Overnight: Brisbane

### Day 4 · Melbourne

Transfer from Brisbane to Melbourne. Allow time for luggage, check-in and any connections.
Overnight: Melbourne

### Day 5 · Melbourne

National Gallery of Victoria
Overnight: Melbourne

### Day 6 · Melbourne

Laneways and architecture walk
Overnight: Melbourne

### Day 7 · Melbourne

Melbourne Cricket Ground and sport history
Overnight: Melbourne

### Day 8 · Melbourne

Check out and leave time for the trip to your departure point.