Why not head to the InterContinental Melbourne this coming weekend and celebrate the Australian round of the Formula One Grand Prix with some of Melbourne’s finest Grand Prix themed cocktails.
The Australian Formula One Grand Prix, one of Melbourne’s favourite hallmark events, is coming to town this weekend, from 30 March to 2 April.
To celebrate, the InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto is marking the occasion with the installation of its very own Insta-worthy Grand Prix race track in the hotel’s foyer. It’s the perfect backdrop for a great pic or two of you and your friends – and guaranteed to get you in the F1 mood before you head on down to experience all the action at nearby Albert Park.
And who knows who you’ll rub shoulders while there; with so many Formula One drivers and celebrities flocking to Melbourne for the event, we guarantee you’ll be sure to spot someone famous in the crowd.
As any discerning F1 fans visiting Melbourne will tell you, the InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto is the ideal place to stay or visit before making your way to the race track. Conveniently located in Collins Street in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, it’s just a short tram, train or Uber ride to Albert Park. Or, for those feeling more energetic, take the 30-minute scenic walk to the track via South Melbourne, and soak up all the sights along the way!
And if all that excitement on track leaves you feeling a little thirsty at the end of each day, then why not head to the hotel’s Bluestone Wine Bar and keep the F1 excitement going with a luscious Grand Prix themed cocktail or two! Especially created to mark the occasion, the Black Flag is a fresh nutty citrus cocktail featuring black sesame, Green Fairy absinthe, egg white and lime juice, while gin lovers can opt for the White Flag cocktail featuring Four Pillars Gin Rare Dry, lime juice, egg white and sugar for a creamy sweet citrus cocktail hit.
The Bluestone Wine Bar also serves a great range of tasty dishes, or you can treat yourself to delicious dinner at the hotel’s other sensational eatery – the award-winning Alluvial Restaurant, or indulge in a meal at one of the CBD’s many restaurants and cafes located nearby.
For bookings visit www.melbourne.intercontinental.com/ or phone +61 3 8627 1400.
