Melbourne is inarguably one of the most beautiful cities in Australia. Residents enjoy an excellent quality of life due to its stunning views, vibrant entertaining and dining scene, thriving arts scene, and booming economy. Whether you are a first-time guest in the lovely city of Melbourne or have lived there all your life, you’ll be delighted to know that the city features a long list of attractions and activities for people of all ages. 

Of course, your mobile phone is one thing that you can never live without. Let’s be honest for a minute, it’s an indispensable item that does a lot of things for us. If you’re planning to check out the different attractions in Melbourne, you want to make sure that your mobile phone and other essentials are kept safe. Therefore a corded phone case would be essential for visiting Melbourne. Here are five activities that you should try one of these days when you visit Melbourne.

  • Take a Relaxing Stroll at Royal Botanic Gardens

If you love nature, but don’t have the time to travel to exotic places or distant places in Australia, there’s always the Royal Botanic Garden. The exquisite beauty of this tourist attraction houses up to 8,500 plants across expansive and lush lawns. It's strategically located in the centre of Melbourne, so you can always go there for a morning stroll or a picnic. 

Of course, you’ll need your phone when you visit the Royal Botanic Garden, so you can take photos of the plants and the rest of this lovely jungle in the middle of the city. A hands-free phone case with detachable cord, chain, strap or lanyard, such as this Pure Pine phone case with cord is an indispensable accessory when you visit the Royal Botanic Garden. If you’re taking your small children with you, chances are, you need both your hands to care for them as you explore the garden. This corded phone case is guaranteed to keep your phone safe during your visit. 

  • Appreciate Art at The National Gallery of Victoria

The grand modernist building of The National Gallery Victoria is definitely a must-see for art aficionados. If you’re lucky, you might be able to experience looking at artworks from renowned artists during major art exhibitions. Previous masterpieces that were displayed in The National Gallery of Victoria include Hokusai, Van Gogh, Dior, Dali, and Warhol. 

A corded phone cover like this elegant Desert Sand Beige Phone Case with Bisque Beige Crossbody is the perfect accessory when you pay the world-famous gallery a visit. It’s a functional and classy phone chain that matches the sophistication of The National Gallery of Victoria. 

  • Ride a Hot Air Balloon

If you are an adrenaline junkie, riding a hot air balloon to watch the sunrise in Melbourne is an activity that you may want to try at least once in your life. Depending on the company, a hot air balloon ride may fly over the beautiful cityscape of Melbourne or take a trip to see the picturesque view of the countryside hundreds of feet from the ground. 

Dropping your phone from great heights is the last thing you want to happen while enjoying a hot air balloon ride. To keep your phone secure, you should carry your phone close to your body with the help of this Dusty Pink Phone Case with Dusty Pink Crossbody Phone Strap. With a corded phone case, you can easily take a photo of the lovely sunrise on the horizon or the magnificent views below. 

  • Shop at Queen Victoria Market

No trip to Melbourne is complete without perusing at sheds at Queen Victoria Market. This open-air bazaar features a wide assortment of foods, including fresh produce, meat, clothes, accessories, and many more. 

When shopping in a busy venue such as Queen Victoria Market, it can be difficult to keep track of your essentials. To make sure your mobile phone is safe and accessible as you go about your shopping, secure in this Coconut Off-White Phone Case with Latte Love Nude Crossbody Lanyard carrier. You can carry your phone crossbody (on the side) or in front as a phone necklace. The phone strap is adjustable, so you can lengthen or shorten the length of the phone cord within seconds.

  • Spend a Family Day at Melbourne Zoo

If you have kids, a trip to Melbourne Zoo should be a part of your weekend activity list. The zoo has an impressive selection of animals from different parts of the globe. Melbourne Zoo also features a butterfly room where you can check out different butterfly species. There’s also an aviary and Trail of the Elephants where you and your family can safely walk and appreciate the beauty and grace of some of the world’s largest land animals. 

Of course, you’d want to take photos of the marvellous flora and fauna in the Melbourne Zoo. You’ll use your phone to take family snaps and memorable moments as your kids roam the zoo. To make sure that your smartphone is always within reach when you want to take photos, place it on a sturdy yet stylish carrier like the Le Café Noir Black Phone Case with Dots Black Crossbody Phone Strap. The medium-length phone cord means you can wear your mobile phone around your neck for easy access. You may adjust the cord to your desired length. 

Using a corded phone case - or phone carrier - during your outdoor trips is an easy way to accessorise your outfits and keep your mobile phone safe and secure at all times. For more phone case + cord options, check out our wide assortment of styles here:

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