Explore Melbourne City Centre | Attractions in Melbourne City Centre

About Melbourne City Centre Attractions

" Melbourne's City Centre boasts iconic landmarks like Federation Square and the Eureka Skydeck with stunning city views. Explore historic Queen Victoria Market, art at National Gallery of Victoria, and vibrant laneways filled with street art and trendy boutiques. Enjoy the cultural precincts, shopping, dining, and the lively atmosphere that makes Melbourne's City Centre a captivating destination. "

Some of the many major attractions in Melbourne City Centre include Flinders Street Station, Federation Square, Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, Queen Victoria Market, City Circle Tram, Block Arcade

Melbourne’s City Centre boasts an attractive array of attractions and activities that will keep people of all ages occupied and amused. The area has significant architectural works, a range of museums, is home to much of the cities live theatre and has retained some historical sites.

Much of modern Melbourne’s attractions can be found along the northern banks of the Yarra River. You will find Federation Square, situated conveniently opposite Flinders Street Railway Station, and the ideal place to start an expedition of just to sit back and people watch.

Melbourne’s free circle line tram does a loop of the City Centre with numerous stops where you can hop on and off and is a great way to get your city bearings.

If you are after retail therapy, then Melbourne’s City Centre has you covered with various options scattered throughout the area. Bourke Street Mall is a bustling retail hub in the heart of the city or you can bargain hunt in Melbourne’s renowned Queen Victoria Markets.

Attractions in Melbourne City Centre

Attraction Location Map

Australian Centre for the Moving Image

Federation Square, Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria

The Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) is a unique venue that celebrates the moving image in all its forms, including film, television and digital media. ACMI is located in Federation Square in the Melbourne City Centre.

Birrarung Marr

133 Russell Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Block Arcade

282 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Block Arcade is a spectacular heritage shopping arcade located in the centre of the Melbourne CBD, linking Collins Street and Elizabeth Street. The tourist icon is highly regarded for its shopping but boasts exquisite architecture & interior decoration

Burke Street Mall

Burke Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Burke Street Mall is the retail and shopping heart of Melbourne, running between Elizabeth Street and Swanston Street. Housing such retail giants as Myer, David Jones the mall is not open to any traffic except Melbourne’s famous trams.

Chinese Museum Melbourne

22 Cohen Place, Melbourne, Victoria

Melbourne’s Chinese Museum is located in the Chinatown District in the heart of the Melbourne City Centre. The museum covers 5 floors and traces 200 years of Chinese culture and heritage in Australia including travelling exhibitions.

City Circle Tram

, Melbourne, Victoria

Melbourne historic Circle Line tram provides an ideal way to gain an insight and overview of the Melbourne City Centre. The FREE tram is aimed at tourists with regular stops around the city at most of the major sights and attractions.

Comedy Theatre

240 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Although named the Comedy Theatre, it is not just comedy that you are able to see here. A European styled theatre with balcony seating and grand staircase, the 1000 seat venue has hosted numerous famous shows and musicals.

Duckboard Place

Duckboard Place, Melbourne, Victoria

Federation Square

Cnr Swanston Street & Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Opened in 2002, Federation Square is recognised as a world leading cultural and entertainment precint. It encompasses an entire city block and is conveniently located directly opposite on of Melbourne's main train stations, Flinders Street Station.

Flight Experience - Melbourne

QV Square, 9 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Flinders Street Station

Cnr Swanston Street & Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Flinders Street Station is one of the most recognised landmarks in Melbourne and covers 2 whole city blocks. The unique building was completed in 1909 although it is the site of the first railway station in Australia back in 1854.

Her Majesty's Theatre

219 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Originally built in 1886, Her Majesty’s Theatre is a true icon of Australian Theatre having hosted many of the world’s great musicals and performances. Extensively renovated over the years, it maintains much of its traditional grandeur & charm.

Hosier Lane

Hosier Lane, Melbourne, Victoria

Hosier Lane is probably the most famous of Melbourne’s renowned laneways in relation to its quality of street art. The cobble stoned lane is home to some of the most dynamic & ever changing art murals as well as some great bars & restaurants.

HOYTS Melbourne Central

Melbourne Central, 211 LaTrobe Street, Melbourne, Victoria

HOYTS is one of Australia’s leading cinema groups providing a range of premium cinema experiences. The Melbourne Central complex is located in the Melbourne Central shopping precinct including 11 screens, bars & function space.

Ian Potter Centre - NGV Australia

Federation Square, Melbourne, Victoria

The Ian Potter Centre is part of the National Gallery of Victoria and houses the Australian component of the collection. The architecturally impressive gallery is located within the Federation Square complex in the Melbourne City Centre.

Immigration Museum

400 Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Melbourne’s Immigration Museum is a museum that explores the migration of people to Victoria through the stories of real people told through various multimedia channels. The museum is housed in Melbourne’s Old Customs House.

Melbourne Central Shopping Complex

211 La Trobe Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Melbourne Central is not just a shopping centre but combine dining and entertainment to be a complete entertainment complex. The complex is located in the heart of Melbourne City & has over 300 shops, restaurants, cinema & bowling.

Melbourne Town Hall

90-130 Swanston Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Old Melbourne Goal

377 Rusell Street, Melbourne, Victoria

The Old Melbourne Goal is located in Russell Street in the Melbourne City Centre. The former prison ceased operation in the 1920’s and has become a museum showing exhibitions on the venues history and its prisoners including Ned Kelly.

Palace Theatre

20-30 Bourke Street, Melbourne, Victoria

The Palace Theatre is located at the far end of Bourke Street in the Theatre District of Melbourne. One of Melbourne’s leading live music venues and a great function option, the Palace Theatre still retains most of its character and charm.

Parliament House Melbourne

Spring Street, Melbourne, Victoria

The heritage listed Parliament House, Melbourne, has been used as both the seat of Parliament for Victoria to this present day & the Federal Parliament of Australia between 1901-1927. You can see parliament on sitting days & public tours are available.

Princess Theatre

163 Spring Street, Melbourne, Victoria

The Princess Theatre in Melbourne is an iconic cultural institution. This historic venue, with its stunning architectural details, has hosted a wide range of performances, from grand operas to Broadway shows. It's known for its opulent interiors and ornate chandeliers, creating a captivating atmosphere for theatergoers. A visit to the Princess Theatre promises a memorable and enchanting night of entertainment in the heart of Melbourne.

Queen Victoria Market

Cnr of Victoria St and Elizabeth St, Melbourne, Victoria

Spread over 2 city blocks in the heart of Melbourne, the Queen Victoria Markets is a Victorian icon. It has been providing everything including produce, gourmet foods, imported and local products, clothing, souvenirs and more for over a century.

Regent Theatre

191 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Located on Melbourne’s Collins Street, the landmark and breathtaking Regent Theatre is a magnificent and grand venue that has been hosting some of the world’s great productions since 1929 including The Lion King, We Will Rock You & recently Wicked.

Rialto Tower

525 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Saint Patrick's Cathedral

1 Cathedral Place, East Melbourne, Victoria

Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium

Cnr King Street & Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Located on the banks of the Yarra River in the centre of Melbourne, the Sealife Melbourne Aquarium is one of the regions premier attractions providing fun, educational and informative exhibitions, shows and hands on experiences.

St Paul's Cathedral

Cnr Flinders Street & Swanston Street, Melbourne, Victoria

St Paul’s Cathedral is one of Melbourne’s most significant churches and is prominently located at the entrance to the city adjacent to Flinders Street Station. The current church was consecrated in 1891 & features spectacular stained-glass windows.

State Library of Victoria

328 Swanston Street, Melbourne, Victoria

The State Library of Victoria was founded in 1854 and is the oldest public library in Australia. The library is housed in a magnificent 19th century building with exquisite heritage interiors and holds over two million books.

Strike Bowling - Melbourne Central

Melbourne Central, 211 LaTrobe Street, Melbourne, Victoria

Strike Bowling - QV

245-247 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria