Melbourne Central Business District

Melbourne
Melbourne Central Business District showing a sunset, a city and a bridge
Explore the magnificent Southbank riverfront, experience the city’s cultural charms in the arts precinct and see a glimpse of colonial history in central Melbourne.

The tree-lined streets of Melbourne’s Central Business District may be laid out on a grid, but there’s much more than meets the eye behind the façades of stunning heritage buildings and in the maze of graffiti-covered laneways.

Melbourne CBD is the city’s inner hub for nightlife, shopping, dining, sightseeing and entertainment. A good place to begin is the historic icon, Flinders Street Station. The train station’s Swanston Street intersection includes the stunning neo-Gothic St. Paul’s Cathedral, the cultural hub of Federation Square and a classic Australian corner pub.

Wake up with a fresh cup of Melbourne’s famous coffee from a café in the narrow Degraves Street. Try local delicacies and fresh produce at the historic Queen Victoria Market. Enjoy a shopper’s paradise in Bourke Street Mall or Melbourne Central. Upmarket designer stores can be found in northern Collins Street, while factory outlet stores line Spencer Street.

Take in some of Melbourne’s finest collections of art at the Southbank riverside arts precinct, which includes the imposing National Gallery of Victoria, the Arts Centre and the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art, as well as a magnificent collection of cutting-edge theatre venues. Admire the ever-changing murals in nearby Hosier Lane or check out the latest in cinema at the Australian Centre for the Moving Image.

Don’t miss seeing a musical at one of the CBD’s historic theatres. Have a pre-show dinner at one of the fine-dining restaurants dotted around the city or make your selection from the dining precincts along Hardware Lane, Meyers Place, Curtin House, the Southbank Promenade and Chinatown on Little Bourke Street.

Look over modern Melbourne from the dizzying skydeck of the Eureka Building or see penguins and crocodiles at Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, on the banks of the Yarra River. Birrarung Marr, by the Yarra, offers a peaceful oasis of Wurundjeri Aboriginal heritage in the city.

Melbourne CBD is accessible via major train, tram and bus lines and there are plenty of parking spaces. Explore on foot or catch free trams within the central network. Chat to the staff at the Melbourne Visitor Centre in Federation Square to find out what festivals and events are on during your visit.


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Melbourne Central Business District Hotel Deals

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
3.5 out of 5
44 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC
The price is ¥9,148 per night from Apr 9 to Apr 10
¥9,148
per night
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Stay at this hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,136 reviews)
"Great service"

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2024

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
3.5 out of 5
215 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC
The price is ¥11,542 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
¥11,542
per night
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,686 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff and comfortable room. Our only issue was condensation dripping from the ceiling in the shower which was annoying . As we were only staying one night we reported it to the front desk upon leaving"

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
Rydges Melbourne
Rydges Melbourne
4.5 out of 5
186 Exhibition Street,, Melbourne, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥20,201 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
¥20,201
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (270 reviews)
"Date night"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Rydges Melbourne
Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne
Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne
4 out of 5
300 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC
The price is ¥11,847 per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
¥11,847
per night
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,193 reviews)
Very central to get around
"It was very central and the staff were pleasant. The room was clean there were a few thinks that need attending to - the pillow's need replacing and tv set is hard to use and you have to work most if it if apps which is not what I want in holidays just want to turn it on and it works air conditioning ..."

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne
Stamford Plaza Melbourne
Stamford Plaza Melbourne
5 out of 5
111 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥18,744 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
¥18,744
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,108 reviews)
"Room was nice"

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2024

Stamford Plaza Melbourne
Pegasus Apart'Hotel
Pegasus Apart'Hotel
4 out of 5
206 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC
The price is ¥11,551 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
¥11,551
per night
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast, a fitness center, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (7,192 reviews)
"Great stay again, would be better if king beds, very convenient location and having available parking underground a bonus"

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Pegasus Apart'Hotel
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Southbank showing city views, a city and a river or creek

Yarra Riverfront

The stunning river views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Yarra Riverfront. Make a stop by Crown Casino or Collins Street while you're exploring the area.

Yarra Riverfront
Docklands featuring a bay or harbor, night scenes and a skyscraper

Docklands

Travelers come to Docklands for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marvel Stadium and Collins Street while you're in town.

Docklands
Carlton Gardens featuring a castle, a park and a pond

Carlton

Carlton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Melbourne Museum and Carlton Gardens while you're in town.

Carlton
Southbank featuring a bridge, a sunset and a river or creek

Southbank

Visitors to Southbank rave about its stunning river views, first-class casinos, and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Crown Casino or Melbourne Skydeck while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Southbank
Fitzroy Gardens featuring a house, heritage architecture and a garden

East Melbourne

Known for its abundant dining options and colorful gardens, there's plenty to explore in East Melbourne. Top attractions like Melbourne Cricket Ground and Collins Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Jolimont Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

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Richmond which includes a playground and a garden

Richmond

Travelers choose Richmond for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Richmond Station or Burnley Station and check out top sights like Bridge Road.

Richmond

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