MELBOURNE /NARRM
AND BEYOND
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the First Peoples throughout Melbourne and Victoria and recognise their continuing connection to the land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to Elders, past and present. We ask that, during your travels, you respect the cultures, peoples and land.
Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
Australia’s #1 Major Tourism attraction. A calm oasis in the heart of Melbourne. Discover beautiful plants and vistas. Enjoy guided Forest Therapy, an Aboriginal Heritage Walk, or a nature tour. Dine in our cafes, ride the bus or a punt on the lake. Special events and programs all year. Free Entry.
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Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne
Open: Daily 7.30am to 5.30pm (Apr – Sept)
Daily 7.30am to 7.30pm (Oct – Mar)
Tram: 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16 or 72 to stop 19
t: (03) 9252 2429 w: rbg.vic.gov.au
Arts Centre Melbourne
Australia’s largest performing arts centre hosts a range of world-class events across three iconic venues – Hamer Hall, Sidney Myer Music Bowl and the Theatres Building.
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Shrine of Remembrance
Victoria’s state memorial to Australians who have served in war and peacekeeping and a popular and distinct landmark of Melbourne. Find peaceful reflection in the Sanctuary and explore the Galleries of Remembrance illustrating the experience of Australian service people through time.
The Balcony offers breathtaking vistas of Melbourne and oversees the Shrine’s 13-hectare Reserve and Second World War Memorial Forecourt where the Eternal Flame has burned since 1954. Tours are available hourly. Free entry.
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Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne
Train: Flinders Street Station
Tram: 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 or 72 to stop 19
Open: Daily 10am to 5pm
t: (03) 9661 8100
w: shrine.org.au
Fed Square
Named the sixth Best Public Square in the World, Fed Square is the starting point for your greater Melbourne and Victorian experiences. Featuring world-class art galleries and exhibitions, as well as top restaurants, bars and specialty stores, this modern piazza is the heart and soul of Melbourne.
Corner of Flinders and Swanston streets, Melbourne
Open: 24 hours and free to enter
Tram: 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67, or 72 to stop 13
Train: Flinders Street Station w: fedsquare.com
ACMI
ACMI is Australia’s museum of screen culture. Located in the heart of Melbourne's Fed Square, it’s where visitors come to navigate the universe of film, TV, videogames and art.
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Fed Square, Melbourne
Public transport: All trains, trams, and buses to Flinders Street Station
Open: Mon – Fri 12pm to 5pm Sat & Sun 10am to 6pm t: (03) 8663 2200 w: acmi.net.au
National Gallery of Victoria
The NGV’s Collection is recognised among the world’s best, and is proudly displayed across two venues in the heart of the city. Free entry and free guided tours at 11am and 1pm daily.
NGV International:
180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia: Fed Square, Melbourne
Open: Mon – Fri 10am to 5pm Sat – Sun 10am to 6pm
Train: Flinders Street Station
Tram: 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 64 or 67 to stop 14
t: (03) 8620 2222 w: ngv.melbourne
Immigration Museum
Explore the histories, stories and contemporary issues of Victoria’s diverse communities, and what connects us all as humans.
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400 Flinders Street, Melbourne
Open: Daily 10am to 5pm Train: Flinders Street or Southern Cross Stations
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Old Melbourne Gaol
Step back in time to Melbourne’s most feared destination since 1845, the Old Melbourne Gaol. Wander the same cells and halls as some of history’s most notorious criminals, from Ned Kelly to Squizzy Taylor, and discover the stories that never left.
Tram: City Circle, 48, 55, 70 or 75 to Market Street or Flinders Street t: 13 11 02 w: museumsvictoria.com.au/ immigrationmuseum
Spencer Outlet Centre
Visit Melbourne CBD’s only outlet centre. With 100 specialty stores, including TK Maxx, you’re sure to find a bargain at Spencer Outlet Centre. Located next to Southern Cross Station, in the City’s free tram zone, Spencer Outlet Centre has free Wi-Fi and lockers for hire. Food Court opens from 8am.
201 Spencer Street, Melbourne
Open: Sat – Wed 10am to 6pm, Thu – Fri 10am to 7pm. Refer to website for seasonal trading hours
Public transport: Southern Cross Station
t: (03) 8689 7577
w: spenceroutletcentre.com.au
100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Public Transport:
All three venues are accessible from tram stop 14 – 1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 and 72
Open: Daily t: (03) 9281 8000
w: artscentremelbourne.com.au
377 Russell Street, Melbourne
Open: Wed – Sun 10am to 5pm
Train: Melbourne Central Station
Tram: City Circle 35 to stop 7, corner of La Trobe and Russell streets
t: (03) 9656 9889
w: oldmelbournegaol.com.au
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Australian By Design
For 16 years, Australian By Design has been selling original pieces, many of them handcrafted, at a reasonable price. Visit to nd bronze sculptures, Aboriginal art and craft, paintings, hand-blown glass, hand-painted silk scarves, perfume bottles, timber creations and jewellery, all made in Australia.
The Block Arcade, 3rd Floor via Lift 1, 282 Collins Street, Melbourne
Open: Mon – Fri 11am to 4pm.
Closed public holidays
Tram: 11, 48, 109, 112 to stop 5
t: (03) 9663 9883
w: australianbydesign.com.au
Collins234 Boutique Place
Collins234 is home to some of Melbourne's finest and most unique fashion, beauty and specialty retailers, including Melbourne’s biggest bookstore.
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234 Collins Street, Melbourne
Open: Daily. Refer to website for hours
Train: Flinders Street Station
Tram: 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67, 72 to stop 11, or 11, 12, 48 or 109 to stop 6
t: (03) 8539 3001
w: collins234.com.au
DFO South Wharf
A multi-level outlet shopping centre located on the Yarra River, close to Docklands. The centre comprises more than 150 retailers, including premium brands and sporting apparel outlets.
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20 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf
Open: Daily. Refer to website for seasonal hours
Train: Southern Cross Station
Tram: 35, 70 or 75 to stop D5
t: (03) 9099 1111
w: south-wharf.dfo.com.au
Chadstone –The Fashion Capital
Visit Australia’s largest shopping centre and world-renowned fashion and entertainment hub. Featuring more than 500 stores and designer boutiques, as well as more than 40 luxurybrands, Chadstone is Australia’s premier retail experience.
1341 Dandenong Rd, Chadstone
Open: Daily. Refer to website for hours
Getting there: Free transport available on the Chadstone Tourist Shuttle. Multiple daily departures from Fed Square t: (03) 9563 3355 w: chadstone.com.au
Southgate
Perfectly positioned on the banks of the Yarra River, Southgate is home to Melbourne’s most loved restaurants and bars, boasting unrivalled views of the city skyline.
3 Southbank Avenue, Southbank Open: 35, 70 or 75 to stop D5
Train: Flinders Street Station
Tram: 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 64 or 67 to stop 14
t: (03) 8538 5200
w: southgatemelbourne.com.au
Clementine’s
Clementine’s sells exclusively Australian-made fine food, gifts, souvenirs and accessories in the heart of Melbourne. The store specialises in products made and crafted in our state of Victoria.
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7 Degraves Street, Melbourne
Open: Mon – Sat 11am to 4pm Sun 11am to 3pm
Train: Flinders Street Station
Tram: 1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 or 72 to stop 13
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South Melbourne Market
Famous for quality seafood, great coffee, global street food and fresh produce, you can also discover locally made fashion and accessories, unique gifts, homewares, books, toys and more. Enjoy great shopping and a regular program of live music, special events, foodie tours and free family activities.
Corner of Coventry and Cecil streets, South Melbourne
Open: Wed and Fri – Sun
Tram: 12 or 96 to stop 127
t: (03) 9209 6295
w: southmelbournemarket.com.au
Queen Victoria Market
Wander the stalls to eat, drink, shop and immerse yourself in over 144 years of history and culture. Home to over 500 small businesses, it’s a great place to discover the best fresh and specialty produce, handmade and local products, souvenirs, delicious food and coffee, and events. Discover the Market on the Ultimate Foodie Tour, a guided culinary journey with our expert tour guide and delicious local and seasonal tastings. Or visit Melbourne’s favourite night market every Wednesday night with global street food and drink, great shopping and live entertainment.
Corner of Elizabeth and Victoria streets, Melbourne
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QV Melbourne
A labrynth of hidden laneways mirroring the city’s urban design, QV delivers an exciting expression of fashion, food and entertainment. Inside you’ll find an impressive offering built on international brands like Off-White, elevated streetwear label Acmé De La Vie, the trailblazing INCU and many Australian designers. Soak up the local culture in the bustling Artemis Lane dining precinct at Old Beijing, Ippudo and Sura Korean BBQ, or try a signature cocktail at Father’s Office. Described as a city within a city, QV delivers on entertainment with resident art gallery No Vacancy, billiards, escape rooms and bowling. Take your time – there’s a lot to see, savour and uncover.
Corner of Swanston and Lonsdale streets, Melbourne
Open: Daily. Refer to website for hours
Train: Two-minute walk from Melbourne Central Train Station
Tram: 5, 67 or 86 to stop 3
t: (03) 9207 9200 w: qv.com.au
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Arts & Culture Attractions
Food & Drink
Shopping
Open: Tue, Thu and Fri 6am to 3pm, Sat 6am to 4pm and Sun 9am to 4pm. Specialty shopping opens at 9am each market day.
Tram: 19, 57 or 59 to stop 7
t: (03) 9320 5822
w: qvm.com.au
Little Lon Distilling Co.
Once a sly grog shop and brothel in the early 1900s, this heritage-listed cottage is now the city’s only gin distillery, offering a range of characterful, small-batch gins within its cosy bar. Pop in for a cocktail, or book a masterclass for a guided tasting and fascinating rundown on prohibition-era Little Lon.
17 Casselden Place, Melbourne Open: Thu – Sat 4pm to 11pm, Sun 2pm to 6pm
Tram: 12, 30, 35, 75, 86 or 96
Train: Parliament Station e: info@littlelondistillingco.com w: littlelondistillingco.com
Epic lives here! Visit the busiest multipurpose venue in Australia, located in the heart of Melbourne. Marvel Stadium is renowned for hosting some of the biggest major events on the calendar, including world-class sport, live music and more.
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80 Collins
There’s a polished, cinematic glamour that immediately envelopes as you enter 80 Collins, instantly connecting you to the soul of Melbourne’s effortlessly chic vibe. At this destination for avid foodies, savour local Gippsland produce and the paddock-to-plate menu at Farmer’s Daughters, a signature dish at Society, cocktails at the art-deco themed Nick & Nora’s, or work your way through bites at Japanese restaurant Yakimono. Set among the award-winning restaurants are brands including Italy’s Golden Goose, international jewellery designer Şener Besim and Saint Laurent’s first Australian flagship store, with its contemporary French modernist take, and a VIP private salon.
80 Collins Street, Melbourne
Open: Daily. Refer to website for hours Train: Parliament Station
Tram: 11, 12, 49 or 109 to stop 7 w: 80collins.com.au
The city’s heart of entertainment culturea fantasy tavern, games bar and esports arena. Eat, drink and play on two levels at the Home of Games. Enjoy pub meals, themed cocktails and experiences - PC, Arcade, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Board Games and more.
Caledonian Lane or via Emporium Melbourne
Open: Daily. Refer to website for trading hours
Train: Melbourne Central Station t: (03) 9606 8800 w: fortress.games
The District Docklands
Situated in the experiential heart of the Docklands, The District Docklands is the home of Melbourne's top attractions and unique experiences. From optical illusions and immersive art to ice skating, arcade games and a state-of-the-art cinema complex as well as over 30 food and dining options, there is something for everyone at The District.
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Experience an interactive ocean adventure filled with amazing discovery. Encounter an enormous saltwater crocodile, cheeky gentoo penguins and an array of ocean life of all shapes and sizes. With incredible animal displays and immersive activities, SEA LIFE Melbourne is sure to inspire a love for the oceans.
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Corner of Flinders and King streets, Melbourne
Open: Mon – Fri 10am to 5pm, Sat – Sun 9am to 5pm (last admission 4pm)
Train: Southern Cross Station
Tram: 35, 70 or 75 to stop 2
w: visitsealife.com
MCG Tours
Experience an unforgettable behind-the-scenes tour of the Melbourne Cricket Ground, with a walkthrough in the steps of great sporting legends.
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Brunton Avenue, Richmond
Open: MCG Tours: Daily, every 30 minutes between 10am and 3pm
Australian Sports Museum: Daily 10am to 5pm
Train: Richmond Station or Jolimont Station
Tram: 48 or 75 to stop 12, or 70 to stop 7C
t: (03) 9657 8879
w: mcg.org.au
Old Treasury Building
Discover Melbourne’s history, heritage and people. Built at the height of the gold rush, the magnificent Old Treasury Building hosts a variety of displays centred on the history of Melbourne. View the development of the city, find the issues Melburnians feel important enough to take to the streets in Protest Melbourne and why the Yarra River is so significant in Yarra: Stories of Melbourne’s River. In the original 1860s gold vaults you’ll uncover the story of how the precious metal was found, transformed democracy and helped create the state of Victoria we know today. Free entry.
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Traveller Tips
Here is a handy reference guide and tips to help your trip run smoothly.
Ask a Volunteer
20 Spring Street, Melbourne
Open: Sun – Fri 10am to 4pm
Train: Parliament Station
Tram: 11, 12, 35, 48 or 109 to stop 8 or 10, or 86 or 96 to stop 9
t: (03) 9651 2233
w: otb.org.au
740 Bourke Street, Docklands
Tram: Tram 11, 48, 86 or 96 towards Southern Cross Station. Tram 30, 35 or 86 to stop D1 for La Trobe Street entrance Train: Southern Cross Station w: marvelstadium.com.au
440 Docklands Drive, Docklands
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Open: Daily 10am to 6pm Tram: 30, 35 (free City Circle) or 70 to stop 4 Train: Up eld Line to Royal Park Station t: (03) 9328 8600 w: thedistrictdocklands.com.au
Melbourne Skydeck
Located in the heart of the city, Melbourne Skydeck showcases everything special about Melbourne and beyond. Featuring the Southern Hemisphere’s highest observation deck at 285 metres, experience spectacular city views that evolve as day turns to night.
Experience the Edge, a thrilling glass cube suspended 88 floors above the city or walk the VR Plank in one of many state-of-the-art virtual reality experiences.
It’s Melbourne on another level.
7 Riverside Quay, Southbank
Open: Daily. Refer to website for hours
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Train: Flinders Street Station
Tram: 1 or 58 to stop 115
t: (03) 9693 8888
w: melbourneskydeck.com.au
If you’re a bit lost or need some advice on what to do and how to get there, look for one of the roving City Ambassadors in their distinctive red uniforms, who are often near the corner of Bourke and Swanston streets. They can help you out.
Luggage Lockers
Lockers are available for hire at several locations throughout Melbourne. Travellers Aid o ers short-term luggage storage at Flinders Street Station between 8am and 8pm daily (same day only, not overnight). For costs, visit the website.
+ southerncrossstation.com.au/ luggage-services
+ travellersaid.org.au
Assistance and Support
Travellers Aid provides travel-related support and aid, including to people with disabilities to ensure safe passage. This not-for-pro t operation has been helping travellers for almost 100 years. Some services attract a small fee, charged by sta and volunteers. Travellers Aid is located at Southern Cross Station (open seven days from 6.30am to 9.30pm) and Flinders Street Station (open seven days from 8am to 8pm).
+ travellersaid.org.au
In an emergency
The below support numbers can be of service during an emergency.
Emergency Services (Police, Fire, Ambulance) 000
Lifeline (Counselling/crisis support) 131 114
Major Hospitals
Royal Melbourne Hospital (03) 9342 7000
St. Vincent’s Health (03) 9231 2211
The Alfred Hospital (03) 9076 2000
The Royal Children’s Hospital (03) 9345 5522
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Melbourne’s grid layout makes it easy to navigate on foot. You can also get around by train, tram, bus, bike or taxi.
Tickets
myki is a reusable travel card, and it’s your ticket for trains, trams and buses in Melbourne and many parts of regional Victoria. To get started, buy a myki card or get a digital myki card on your Android phone.
Buy your physical myki card and top up
You can buy and top up your myki at hundreds of shops (including all 7-Eleven stores), myki machines and station ticket o ces. As a guide, $10 will get you around Melbourne for a day, with a little change. For more on fares, visit the website below.
+ ptv.vic.gov.au/fares
Download the PTV app
Victoria’s public transport app allows you to instantly top up your myki, plan your journey and get travel alerts. To setup instant top up, simply download the PTV app, select the myki icon, scan your myki and add funds straight to your phone.
Mobile myki
With Mobile myki, you can get a myki, top up on the go and touch on with your Android phone. Download Google Play to get started, or nd out more at ptv.vic.gov.au/mobilemyki
Free Tram Travel
The city’s Free Tram Zone includes the city centre and extends from Queen Victoria Market to Docklands, including Spring Street, Flinders Street Station and Federation Square (Free Tram Zone shown on Melbourne City Map and Melbourne tram network map).
If you’re only travelling in the Free Tram Zone you don’t need a myki.
Travel on the City Circle Tram (tram route 35) is also free. Hop on and o the historical trams as often as you like. You don’t need a myki if you’re only travelling on the City Circle Tram.
Regional Victoria
With the largest public transport network in Australia, Victoria’s trains and coaches can take you to many parts of regional Victoria. Simply make your way to V/Lines passenger hub at Southern Cross Station and the sta will help you plan your next adventure.
PTV Hub
To nd out more about public transport in Melbourne and Victoria, visit the PTV Hub at Southern Cross Station.
Plan Your Journey
Download the free PTV app or visit the website below to plan your journey and get real-time travel updates. ptv.vic.gov.au