The best way to get around Melbourne is by tram. Trams operate throughout the day and offer multiple routes that criss-cross the city. There's even a free tram designed just for tourists. You can also ...

The City Circle Tram is a must-do. For one, it gives you a nice overview of Melbourne's top tourist attractions. More importantly, it's free. Just look for a burgundy and cream tram and hop right on.

Hand crafted, magical to those who rode it, and almost forgotten. But without the arrival of the cable tram 140 years ago, Melbourne would probably not be the tram-loving city it is today. "They ...