Key attractions
Downtown attractions consist of a collection of historic reminders of Britain, including the Old Melbourne Gaol where bandit Ned Kelly was hanged, along with more modern sights like the lofty Eureka Tower on the Southbank. The National Gallery of Victoria has some of the finest Aussie art in the country, while the revitalized Docklands boasts trendy cafés. The St Kilda area, father south, is famed among visitors for its easier pace and beaches, with nearby Brighton Beach being the city’s favorite.
Having fun
Culture vultures will want to see the royal theaters of Her Majesty and Princess, stunning venues with great line-ups. For food, the Footscray area offers a wide range of cuisines, including Vietnamese, while bustling Chinatown in downtown has cheap eats and there are great Greek and Italian eateries all over. Melbourne does nightlife better than it does anything else, with a massive range of bars catering well to sports fans in particular and also to hip students. St Kilda is liveliest, the riverside area in town the trendiest.
Shopping
The Aussie ‘shopping capital’ is also the fashion capital and has more boutiques and clothes shops than anywhere in the country, per capita. Little Collins Street, downtown, is especially up there for designer wear and the adjacent Collins Street has many well known high-end fashion stores in the historic Block Arcade. Head east to Bridge Road in Richmond for cheaper clothes, or to Brunswick Street in Fitzroy for offbeat and eclectic. Malls can be found all over town, with the Bourke Street Mall and Melbourne Central two of the better known shopping centers.
Nearby
Port Phillip Bay is good for exploring by car and has nice beaches along its course, as does the nearby Phillip Island, accessible by bridge or ferry. An hour northeast is the Yarra Valley, home to some of the best vineyards in the region, with the nearby Dandenong Range providing exciting hiking opportunities. In the other direction Woodlands Historic Park provides a touch of the past just 20 minutes from downtown. The main draw to this region, though, is the spectacular Great Ocean Road, which begins around an hour southwest of Melbourne at Bells Beach and takes in the amazing Twelve Apostles.
Our recommendations in Melbourne
The Hotel Windsor
Located in Melbourne, The Hotel Windsor is in the city center and near a metro station. Princess Theatre and Her Majesty's Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include SEA LIFE Melbourne and Melbourne Star Observation Wheel. Check out an event or a game at Melbourne Cricket Ground, and consider making time for Melbourne Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Our guests love the hotel's central location.
Mercure Welcome Melbourne
In the city center and near a metro station, Mercure Welcome Melbourne is in an area with good shopping. Her Majesty's Theatre and Princess Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sidney Myer Music Bowl and Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Melbourne Cricket Ground or Rod Laver Arena. Our guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
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Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne
Located in Melbourne, Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne is in the city center and near a metro station. Her Majesty's Theatre and Princess Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Federation Square and Eureka Tower. Traveling with kids? Don't miss SEA LIFE Melbourne, or check out an event or a game at Marvel Stadium.
YEHS Hotel Melbourne CBD
In the city center and near a metro station, ibis Melbourne Little Bourke Street is in a walkable area with good airport proximity and shopping. Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Royal Botanic Gardens and Carlton Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Marvel Stadium, or consider Flinders Lane for a night out.
ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments
In the city center and near a metro station, ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments is in an area with good shopping. Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit SEA LIFE Melbourne and Melbourne Star Observation Wheel. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Marvel Stadium or Melbourne Cricket Ground. Our guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
Quality Apartments Melbourne Central
Located in Melbourne, Mantra City Central is in the city center and near a metro station. Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Sidney Myer Music Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Royal Botanic Gardens and Carlton Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Marvel Stadium, or consider Flinders Lane for a night out.
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Nomads Melbourne
Located in Melbourne, Nomads Melbourne is in the city center and near a metro station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Royal Botanic Gardens and Carlton Gardens, while Her Majesty's Theatre and Princess Theatre are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Marvel Stadium, and consider making time for SEA LIFE Melbourne, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Oaks Melbourne on Lonsdale Suites
Located in Melbourne, Oaks Melbourne on Lonsdale Suites is in the city center and near the boardwalk.
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Mantra St Kilda Road
Located in Melbourne, Mantra St Kilda Road is in the business district and near a metro station. Sidney Myer Music Bowl and Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Royal Botanic Gardens and St Kilda Beach. Consider Flinders Lane for a night out, and don't miss SEA LIFE Melbourne if you're traveling with kids.