Melbourne City Centre
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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.
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.
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.
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.