Explore Melbourne

Enjoy the world’s coolest city from our great location. We’re right by the iconic Queen Victoria Market, and State Library of Victoria, plus Melbourne Museum and World Heritage site the Royal Exhibition Building are just around the corner. We’re next to the CBD, where you’ll find the National Gallery of Victoria and the street art of Hosier Lane. Culture vultures and foodies will love it here; our gastronomy is world-famous.

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Shopping

  • THE BLOCK ARCADE

    Retail shops & a tea room in an opulent 19th-century arcade with mosaic floors & a glass roof.
    (03) 9654 5244

    0.93KM
    Website

  • DFO South Wharf

    Shopping mall
    (03) 9099 1111

    2.23KM

  • Emporium

    Contemporary shopping mall offering a variety of upscale retailers, plus restaurants & a food court.
    (03) 8609 8221

    0.61KM

  • Bourke Street Mall

    Shopping mall
    (03) 9489 8884

    0.75KM

Attractions

  • Federation Square

    Abstract buildings flank this block-size plaza, filled with restaurants, museums and arts venues.
    (03) 9655 1900

    1.13KM
    Website

  • SEA LIFE MELBOURNE AQUARIUM

    Interactive multilevel aquarium housing 10,000+ animals, including sharks & saltwater crocodiles.
    1800 026 576

    1.53KM

  • Royal Botanic Gardens

    36-hectare botanic garden founded in 1846, planted with Australian species and non-native gardens.
    (03) 9252 2300

    2.25KM

  • STAR OBSERVATION WHEEL

    Enormous rotating observation wheel with 360-degree views & glass-enclosed cabins for up to 20.
    (03) 8688 9688

    1.92KM

  • SHRINE OF REMEMBRANCE

    2.09KM

Arts & Culture

  • MELBOURNE MUSEUM

    Modern building of an institution founded in 1854 containing dinosaur and regional history exhibits.
    (03) 8341 7777

    0.4KM

  • NGV - National Gallery of Victoria

    Public gallery with vast, varied collection of noted Australian and international art and artefacts.
    (03) 8620 2222

    1.37KM

  • ACMI

    Noteworthy institution celebrating film, television and gaming with exhibits, screenings and events.
    (03) 8663 2200

    0.92KM

  • Queen Victoria Market

    Longtime market selling food, clothing & more in a historic landmark spanning 2 city blocks.
    (03) 9320 5822

    0.81KM

Outdoors

  • Carlton Gardens

    Landscaped Victorian-era park now containing the Royal Exhibition Building and Melbourne Museum.
    (03) 9658 9658

    0.44KM

  • Royal Botanic Gardens

    36-hectare botanic garden founded in 1846, planted with Australian species and non-native gardens.
    (03) 9252 2300

    2.25KM

Entertainment

  • crown casino

    Sprawling riverside entertainment complex with 3 hotels, spas, casino, plus restaurants and bars.
    (03) 9292 8888

    1.79KM

  • marvel stadium

    Melbourne Victory's home soccer stadium also hosting rugby, Australian rules and live performances.
    (03) 8625 7700

    1.65KM

  • MCEC- Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

    Convention center
    (03) 9235 8000

    2.08KM

  • MCG - Melbourne Cricket Ground

    Home of Australian football and the National Sports Museum, also serving as a music venue and more.
    (03) 9657 8888

    1.65KM