WELCOME to 
MELBOURNE 
Travel guide & Tips
 

The place to be 

Welcome to our city
Consistently topping the list of the world's most liveable city, 
Melbourne is stylish, arty, dynamic and proud of its place as 
Australia’s sporting and cultural capital.  

Brimming with history, nature, culture, art, fashion, cuisine, 

design, and nightlife, Melbourne is highly regarded as the number 
one city in Australia by the current generation of tourists. The 
city caters for everyone, there is nothing you can’t find. Long term 
immigration has led to the city's reputation as one of the most 
culturally and ethnically diverse cities in Australia and the world. 
 
Specifically, you have landed in the ​CBD 
 

Melbourne 

Melbourne's city centre is characterised by spacious, tree-lined 

streets, many with tram lines running along them. The retail 
precinct includes the Melbourne Central Shopping Centre complete 
with its own underground railway station, the Bourke Street Mall, 
the Swanston Street Mall, and Collins Street which is home to 
exclusive fashion and 
jewellery stores. 
Chinatown, located 
along the eastern end 
of Little Bourke 
Street, features 
traditional Chinese 
shopping and dining 
experiences, 
established during the 
gold rush of the 1850s. 
A well-know landmark is Federation Square which is situated across 
the road from Flinders Street Station and opens out onto the Yarra 
River and adjacent parkland, features the city's official visitor 
information centre, cafes, restaurants, and a hotel. 
 Melbourne is a mix of old and new. Exclusive shopping arcades and 
the bustling Queen Victoria Market, along with historical landmarks 
from centuries ago, blend in with modern office towers. The Rialto 
Towers in Collins Street is the central business district's tallest 
building, rising to a height of 251 metres. Views of Melbourne's 
city skyline can be enjoyed from the taller Eureka Tower across the 
Yarra River in neighbouring Southbank or the Melbourne Star 
Observation Wheel at Docklands. 

Melbourne boasts extensive parklands, with many centred around the 

Yarra River to the south-east of the central business district. 
Birrarung Marr, Melbourne's newest park, is located next to 
Federation Square, while the Kings Domain and Royal Botanic Gardens, 
between St Kilda Road and the Yarra River, feature the Sidney Myer 
Music Bowl, several lakes, a large collection of historical 
monuments and memorials, and pathways all of which traverse 
manicured gardens and lawns. The Shrine of Remembrance, in Kings 
Domain, is the scene of an annual Anzac Day dawn service, and 
includes a visitor centre as well as a viewing balcony inside the 
shrine which offers spectacular views. Across the Yarra River is 
Melbourne Park and Olympic Park, featuring international standard 
sporting and entertainment arenas. 

 
 

Key information
Emergency fire/ambulance/police:​ 000 
 
Contacts: 
Tyrone: ​0419 387 666 
 
 
 
Getting to and from the airport: 
The easiest way is to catch an Uber or a Taxi from the airport. Fairs 
should be around $40-60 
 
You can also call me on 0419 387 666 and I can arrange a car to come get 
you. 
 
For Uber - download the app on your smartphone 
For Taxi - go to the taxi rank (you cannot miss it when you leave the 
terminal) or call 13 2227 
 
It is possible to catch the “SkyBus” from Melbourne Airport to Southern 
Cross station ($18 per adult one way). The SkyBus runs literally all day, 
every day. There is no need to book, just turn up! Approx duration to the 
station is 30-45 minutes. At Southern Cross station there are several 
different transport options you can take. I highly recommend using Google 
maps, it will show you the fastest route at the given time. 
 
****Please note**** 
Melbourne’s public transport ticketing system can be difficult. You must 
buy a “myki” pass from the staffed office at Southern Cross Station. You 
CANNOT buy these tickets once on the train. Beware of offices who will not 
hesitate to hand you a fine for travelling without a ticket. 
 
 
 
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Melbourne Zoo
Albert Park Lake 

Getting around 
- - - - X ​The iconic Flinders Street Station
Public Transport - Myki card 
Your reusable travel card for trains, trams and 
buses in Melbourne and regional Victorian centres. 

Where to buy?  

- Major train stations with customer service 

booths, including Flinders St Station, 
Southern Cross Station, Richmond Station, 
Melbourne Central Station 
- Any 7/11 stores 
- Any selected store where you can see the myki sign 
- ***Please Note*** you cannot buy a myki card from most stations or 
whilst on the train/tram/bus  
- Google “where to buy myki” for more information 

A standard fare is around $6. You will need to put money on your card at 
any ​train​ station or places stated above. You CANNOT do this at most 
tram/bus​ stops or while on the train/tram/bus. 
*** Please Note *** 

Public transport officers regularly patrol our transport network and do not 
hesitate to issue fines. No warnings! 

Top up before your journey. touch on and touch off at a myki reader as you 
travel. 

Google Maps app <-- VERY IMPORTANT --> 

If possible download the Google maps app to your device as it contains all 
public transport routes in Melbourne and can tell you the best way to get 
around. Melbourne’s public transport system is not the most efficient in 
the world so it helps to have some technology behind you.  

 
 Attractions 
Things to do in the CBD 
Melbourne is a city that knows how to live. Choose from high-end cuisine to 
basement rock gigs, plays, festivals and blockbuster sporting events – all 
happening across a city full of parks, gardens and historic architecture. 

Laneways and byways 

Explore historic arcades and laneways lined with fine dining restaurants, 
chic cafes, hidden bars and fashion boutiques or head to one of the many 
lush gardens throughout the city. 

Cheer on your heroes 

Discover Melbourne's obsession with football, cricket, soccer and just 
about anything else that involves working up a sweat. Head to the sports 
precinct to visit the hallowed ground of the MCG. 

Festival fever 
In Melbourne everything has its own festival. From food, film, art and 
music festivals to celebrations of writing, anime, design and projections – 
get involved and experience the city through the arts. 

Wander through Melbourne's laneways 

The centre of Melbourne is threaded with cobbled laneways, which have 

become a mecca for coffee shops, cafés and unique shopping boutiques. Start 
at Flinders Street station, wander down Degraves Street, and explore the 
city’s beautiful arcades and street art around every corner - including 
from England-based graffiti artist Banksy. Head down Collins Street to 
visit the exquisite Block Arcade then get your caffeine hit at pocket-sized 
Brother Baba Budan​ or ​Patricia​, both on Little Bourke Street. 

Shop like a local 

Melbourne is renowned for its markets, which sell everything from local 
produce to arts and crafts and vintage fashion. Get amongst the hustle and 
bustle of the ​Queen Victoria Markets​, the largest open-air market in the 
Southern Hemisphere. You can take a bus from there to the ​South Melbourne 
Market​, and enjoy dim sim or street-style Mexican food under its historic 
awnings. On weekends, pick up handmade pieces from emerging Australian 
designers at the ​Rose St. Artists’ Market​ in Fitzroy, just a quick tram 
ride from the city centre. 

Dine at famous eateries 

Book well in advance for ​Attica​, one of the world’s 50 best restaurants, 
and tuck into Ben Shewry’s unique tasting menu. Melbourne’s city laneways 
are home to popular restaurants, such as ​Tonka​, hidden down the 
graffiti-covered Duckboard Place, and elegant ​Flower Drum​ on Market Lane. 
Nearby, TV chef George Colombaris plates up modern Greek food at his 
flagship restaurant ​The Press Club​ and souvas at his string of casual 
restaurants ​Jimmy Grants​. For the tastiest cheap eats, don't miss ​Hannoi 
Hannah's​ delicious Vietnamese street food or ​Fonda Mexican​ for tacos and 
burritos. Both pack out quickly.  

Sip cocktails at a rooftop bar  

Enjoy drinks with a view at one of Melbourne’s many rooftop bars. Popping 
up across the city centre, and the bohemian neighbourhoods of Fitzroy and 
Carlton, these high-altitude bars enable you to watch the sun set with a 
drink in hand. Local favourites include the spectacular rooftop terrace at 
Naked in the Sky​ in Fitzroy, ​Rooftop Bar​ gracing Curtin House in the city 
centre, and, nearby, the very unique ​Madame Brussels​.  

Discover why Melbourne is regarded as the world's sporting capital 

Melbourne is Australia’s sports capital and its venues are legendary. Join 
the fun at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) for the ​Australian Football 
League​ from March until September, or the international cricket matches 
from November until February. Go trackside at Flemington for the excitement 
of the ​Melbourne Cup​, held on the first Tuesday in November, or be 
exhilarated by the ​Australian Grand Prix​, when Albert Park is transformed 
into a high-speed racetrack. Find out more about Melbourne’s sports events 
here​. 

Be tempted by sweet treats on Acland Street  

Hop on a tram from Bourke Street in the central business district to the 
seaside suburb of ​St Kilda​. Here, you can stroll the foreshore to the St 
Kilda Pier, home to a colony of little penguins or take a ride on the 
roller coaster at historic Luna Park. Afterwards enjoy sweets at one of 
Acland Street’s many continental cake shops, such as the kugelhopf (brioche 
cake swirled with melted chocolate) at ​Monarch Cakes​ or a slice of baked 
cheesecake at ​Europa Cake Shop​. 

Explore Melbourne's vibrant arts and culture 

The ​National Gallery of Victoria​ (NGV) is Australia’s oldest gallery 

(founded in 1861) and hosts an exciting range of international and local 
exhibitions and events, and a collection of more than 70,000 works. Visit 
the ​Australian Centre for the Moving Image​ (ACMI) to immerse yourself in 
the world of film, television and digital culture or take a taxi to the 
Heide Museum of Modern Art​ at Bulleen for an insight into Australian 
artists. In the evening, catch a performance at one of Melbourne's many 
theatres​, which host everything from musicals to comedy and cabaret. Or if 
you're in the mood for jazz, swing past ​Bird's Basement​ jazz club in the 
centre of Melbourne for gigs from local and international musicians.   
 
 

Things to do in Southbank
Whatever your mode of transport you'll find all roads lead south in 
Melbourne – to Southbank and South Wharf, that is, Melbourne's 
waterside dining, drinking and shopping hubs.  
Roll up to Southbank's restaurants and bars on two wheels, as numerous 
cycling trails converge amid the riverside hotspot's public art 
installations. Southbank and South Wharf are also easily accessible by 
tram and train and even boat, with water taxis stopping regularly 
outside Southgate. 
Southbank 
Cross the fascinating Sandridge Bridge over the Yarra River and 
disappear amid the striking public art, restaurants and bars at 
Southbank. 
Pull up a riverside table at any of the excellent eateries that stretch 
from Southgate to Crown Entertainment Complex. Dine alfresco as the 
city lights up at night or just watch the bustle along the Yarra River. 
Venture out onto the river itself for a coffee or sunset tipple at 
Ponyfish Island. 
Step into the luxurious world of Crown and splurge at a super-chef's 
signature restaurant or at the international designer boutiques. Revert 
to childhood in the indoor amusement park, catch a movie or meet mates 
for a drink in one of the many bars.  
Get a dose of art and culture by deviating into the adjacent Arts 
Precinct, heralded by the Arts Centre's famous spire and leading out 
onto the honeycomb façade of the Melbourne Recital Centre and the 
Australian Centre for Contemporary Art. 
South Wharf 
South Wharf brings new meaning to the humble shed, with the loving 
restored heritage sheds now housing a selection of diverse bars, 
restaurants and cafes that all share beautiful waterside views. 
South Wharf Promenade might just be the only address you'll need to 
remember for your eating and drinking needs for the foreseeable future. 
An exhaustive list of bars and eateries tempts the tastebuds, any time 
of day and prepares you for a super South Wharf shopping spree. Head 
over to DFO South Wharf to bargain hunt at more than 180 retail 
outlets. 
 

Things to do in South Melbourne + Albert Park

Stand still and watch as Melbourne's oldest suburbs change in front of 
your eyes; with leafy streets and their heritage buildings restored to 
house chic boutiques, cafes and restaurants. 
Kickstarts and upstarts in South Melbourne 
Start the day with a lazy brunch on Clarendon Street and Dorcas, Park 
and Bank streets. Consume caffeine at St Ali and The Kettle Black, and 
indulge in daybreak decadence at Chez Dré and Bibelot. 
Stock up on fresh produce at the South Melbourne Market for a picnic by 
the seashore or Albert Park Lake. Browse specialty shops along Coventry 
Street and stop by the Australian Tapestry Workshop in Park Street.   
After dark, experiment with the multisensory menu at Lûmé or schedule 
wine time at Smalls and Bellota Wine Bar. 
Let loose on the lake 
Make your way to Albert Park Lake. Jog or cycle around the lake or join 
the locals sailing on the water. Join the party in March when the 
surrounding roads are transformed into track for the Australian Formula 
1™ Grand Prix. Swim, shoot hoops and swat shuttlecocks at the Melbourne 
Sports and Aquatic Centre, and up your handicap at the championship 
public golf course or Albert Park Driving Range. 
When the racing stops in Albert Park 
Return to a peaceful post-Grand Prix Albert Park to explore the 
Victorian shopfronts of Bridport Street and Victoria Avenue. 
Window-shop the posh purveyors, ogling the fashionable finery at 
Filly's Stable and the fascinating finds at Empire Vintage. 
Lose an hour or two at Avenue Bookstore, replenishing next door at 
Albert Park Deli or with ice-cream from Jock's. Turn Japanese at 
Misuzu’s, go for designer pub grub at the Albert Park Hotel or dine on 
the lake itself at The Point and Hidden Jade. Gaze at the city lights 
from Kerferd Pier, shop for fresh produce or see independent 
performances and outdoor summer cinema at Gasworks. 
 

 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Eating  
- - - - X
Melbourne is a blending pot of different cultures, and therefore home to 
food from all corners of the globe. Here are some of our suggestions.  
 
CBD 
 
The French Brasserie 
2 Malthouse Lane, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia 
+61 3 9662 1632 
 
Our chef, creates everything in house, producing innovative, modern French 
cuisine. Committed to serving the finest local and seasonal produce, 
prepared in a stylish yet simple manner, his dishes will captivate your 
senses. 
 
Movida Bar De Tapas 
1 Hosier Lane, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia 
+61 3 9663 3038 
 
Here was this little bar on a graffiti covered cobbled lane near the 
cathedral serving Spanish tapas and shared plates in a down lit room 
playing funky tunes. 
 

Vue de Monde 
525 Collins St | Rialto Building 55th Floor, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, 
Australia 
+61 3 9691 3888 
 
Vue de monde is testament to the belief that dining can be a wondrous, 
unforgettable experience, and pays homage to classical fine dining in a 
modern context. 
 
Tipo 00 
361 Little Bourke St, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia 
+61 3 9942 3946 
 
Tipo 00 – a name to reference the flour used in what we specialize in 
‘pasta’.  
A restaurant to showcase our passion for Italian food, pasta and beverage. 
Beer Wine and Calzone 
350 William St, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia 
+61 1300 292 259 
 
Bringing you the best calzone and pizza in Melbourne, Beer Wine and Calzone 
is a new Italian food and bar destination above acclaimed jazz venue. 
 
Maha 
21 Bond St, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia 
+61 3 9629 5900 
 
‘Unrestricted Middle Eastern Dining’ 
Dining at Maha is about more than just sensational food – it’s an 
experience for the senses. 
With refined, delicate dishes, Maha’s style is truly progressive. At Maha, 
we aim to show the world what can be done with Middle Eastern flavours in a 
contemporary setting. We’re inspired by the passion, beauty and opulence of 
the Middle East. 

Afternoon Tea - The Windsor Melbourne 

111 Spring Street | The Hotel Windsor, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia 
+61 3 9633 6000 
 
High-end seasonal dining in a luxury hotel restaurant with extensive wine 
list, and afternoon tea. 

 
 
 
 
Sezar 
6 Melbourne Pl, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia 
+61 3 9663 9882 
 
Armenian cuisine reflects the history and geography of this beautiful land, 
incorporating it with external influences. A mouth-watering array of spices 
and flavours combine with fresh meats, fish, vegetables and fruits to 
create unique flavours and aromas designed to tantalise all tastebuds. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Southbank 
 
Nobu Melbourne Crown Casino 
Crown Entertainment Complex 8 Whiteman St, Melbourne, Victoria 3006, 
Australia 
+61 3 9696 6566 
 
Nobu, the world's most recognized Japanese restaurant, known for its 
innovative “New Style” Japanese cuisine 
 
Rockpool Bar & Grill 
Crown Complex Southbank, Melbourne, Victoria 3006, Australia 
+61 3 8648 1900 
 
Rockpool Bar & Grill Melbourne was inspired by the great steakhouses of 
North America. With an uncompromising focus on excellent produce – in 
particular the meat program – beef sourced from only Australia’s very best 
producers, an outstanding wine list and sharp and enthusiastic service, 
this is a dining venue that offers a refined yet relaxed experience…the 
menu is simple and uncomplicated, the room luxurious. 
 
Melba Restaurant 
1 Southgate Ave | The Langham, Southbank, Melbourne, Victoria 3006, 
Australia 
+61 3 8696 8888 
 
Melba arguably boasts some of the freshest seafood in Melbourne. Over 6000 
oysters are eaten every week ensuring there is always a steady stream of 
fresh seafood arriving.  
 
The Meat & Wine Co 
3 Freshwater Pl | Queensbridge Square, Queensbridge Street, Melbourne, 
Victoria 3006, Australia 
+61 3 9696 5333 
 
Established in 2000, The Meat & Wine Co brings personable service giving 
you the sense of a ‘home away from home’. While focusing on meat we bring 
you cutting edge modern cuisine. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Spice Temple 
Crown Entertainment Complex 8 Whiteman St | Southbank, Melbourne, Victoria 
3006, Australia 
+61 3 8679 1888 
 
Spice Temple is a modern Chinese restaurant with a culinary focus on 
China’s lesser known regions. Our menus are designed to be shared and 
enjoyed banquet style in our intimate and seductive surrounds. 
 
P.J. O'Brien's 
Southgate | Southgate Restaurant & Shopping Precinct, Melbourne, Victoria 
3006, Australia 
+61 3 9686 5011 
 
Melbourne's longest standing authentic Irish pubs and a favourite 
destinations for locals and visitors. Whether you are after a quiet beer, a 
comforting meal, after-work drinks served with freshly shucked oysters or 
all of the above with some excellent LIVE music, we have you covered every 
single night of the week. 
 
La Camera Restaurant Southgate 
 
Shop MR2, Mid-level, Southgate | Southbank, Melbourne, Victoria 3006, 
Australia 
+61 3 9699 3600 
 
La Camera Italian Restaurant Southbank Melbourne offers a welcoming 
environment where you can enjoy authentic, Italian food, served by friendly 
efficient staff right in the heart of the Southgate Shopping Precinct. 
 
Ponyfish Island Cafe 
Southgate Pedestrian Bridge, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 
 
When three urban explorers stumbled across a no-man's land in the heart of 
the Yarra, they knew they had discovered something special. Surrounded by 
water on all sides, Ponyfish Island is a haven for wonderers and wanderers. 
The island can be found floating under the Pedestrian Bridge, Southbank and 
is only accessible from stairs descending from above. With thoughtful bites 
to discover and drinks to savour, Ponyfish Island will become a destination 
for those who are hungry for something new. 
 

Bistro Guillaume 
8 Whiteman Street, | 8 Whiteman St, Southbank, Melbourne, Victoria 3006, 
Australia 
+61 3 9292 5777 
 
French classics and ample salads in a smart lime green and wood setup with 
a terrace and zinc bar. 
 
 
 
South Melbourne 
Go to Clarendon Street for heaps of bars and pubs!  
Lume 
226 Coventry St, Melbourne, Victoria 3205, Australia 
+61 3 9690 0185 
 
Artfully deceptive, Lûmé takes a thoughtful and considered approach to 
dining. It’s a restaurant that doesn’t just serve food, rather, it creates 
experiences best enjoyed by curious minds. 
 
Proper & Son 
13/322 Coventry St | South Melbourne Market, Melbourne, Victoria 3205, 
Australia 
9699 7057 
 
We set the menu weekly based on what we find within the market and what is 
in season. However you will always find a roasted meat, a lunch roll, daily 
specials and a rotation of salads made fresh each day. 
 
Chez Dre 
Rear of 285/287 Coventry St | Access Via Alleyway, Melbourne, Victoria 
3205, Australia 
+61 3 9690 2688 

Down an inconspicuous alley near the South Melbourne markets lies Chez Dré, 
a warehouse converted café & bakery, a bustling hub of French-inspired 
sweet & savoury delights, serving all-day brunch, delicious take away meals 
& fresh daily baked pastries 

Hercules Morse Kitchen + Bar 

283 Clarendon St, Melbourne, Victoria 3205, Australia 
+61 3 9690 9402 
 
Hercules Morse. A relaxed, intimate restaurant + bar in the heart of South 
Melbourne. Approachable staff who know their stuff. Perch at the bar to 
watch the kitchen in action. Sit in the dining room + get comfortable. Grab 
a spot on the footpath to soak in the Southside vibe. 
 
Simply Spanish 
116 Cecil Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3205, Australia 
+61 3 9682 6100 
 
Ever wandered the barrios of Madrid, the backstreets of Barcelona or 
sampled the paellas of Valencia? 
Simply Spanish took those experiences and brought them to Australia taking 
you on a culinary journey through those Spanish regions. 
 
 
 
 
Hunky Dory 
252 Clarendon St, Melbourne, Victoria 3205, Australia 
+61 3 9696 4025 
 
Inspired by almost 90 years of fishing on the Greek Islands, Hunky Dory was 
established in 2004 as a family business with a vision to offering 
healthier seafood options along with the more traditional fish and chips. 
Whether it’s a delicious grilled fillet of Salmon or Whiting, Greek or 
spinach salad and a healthy serve of brown rice, there’s something for 
everyone. Traditionally fish and chips have been a take away food, but we 
wanted to create a comfortable and casual setting where customers could 
dine in and enjoy a glass of wine or a beer with their food. 
 
Claypots Evening Star 
Corner Cecil and York Streets | South Melbourne Market, Melbourne, Victoria 
3205, Australia 
+61 3 9645 5779 
 
Amidst the hustle and bustle of the South Melbourne Market is Claypots 
Evening Star, a street food style eatery dishing up delicious fresh 
seafood. 
 
Shakahari too 
225 Clarendon St, Melbourne, Victoria 3205, Australia 
+61 3 9682 2207 
 
Award-winning Vegetarian flavours that appeal to even the most stubborn of 
meat eaters.

 
 
 
 
Bars  
CBD 
There are literally hundred and hundreds of good bars in the CBD, here are 
just a few. 
 

The Lui Bar 

The Rialto, Lvl 55 

525 Collins St 
 
Out to impress? Then swoosh up to the ear-popping 55th floor of the ​Rialto​. 
No, we're not suggesting you drop a week's pay on dinner at ​Vue de Monde​, 
but rather take a sharp left towards the bar. Here, among overstuffed 
lounges and flouncy lampshades, shiny folk sip Martinis as Melbourne 
twinkles below. 

Heartbreaker 

234 Russell St  

 
Melbourne finally gets the dive bar it deserves in Heartbreaker, a 
party-hard saloon on the edge of Chinatown 

Whisky & Alement 

270 Russel Street 

Where Melbourne’s whisky masters lead, we will happily follow 

Cherry Bar

ACDC Ln 
 
It’s the bar that helped make Melbourne the nation’s live music capital 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Southbank 

The Waiting Room 

Crown Towers, Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank VIC 3006 

 
The Waiting Room offers some of the best cocktails in the city. That’s a 
fact. Their booze collection holds its own against any other, their 
glassware is a twinkling mass of vintage crystal cut coupettes and they’re 
sporting chef Neil Perry’s arsenal of snacks. 
 

The Merrywell 
Crown Riverwalk, Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006 
 
There’s a time and a place for everything. And when it’s 9pm and the 
Southbank pyrotechnic display is in full pigeon-singeing swing, or 11.30pm 
and you need some high-calorie blackjack fuel, then the Merrywell may be 
the place.  
 

The Barre 
100 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 
 
The Barre is a restaurant and bar that harnesses the energy of the Arts 
Centre and provides just the right touch of luxury you'd expect, with some 
unexpected twists along the way.  
 
 
 

 
South Melbourne 
Go to Clarendon Street for heaps of bars and pubs!  
 
Honey Bar and Restaurant 
 
345 Clarendon St, South Melbourne VIC 3205 
 
A drink for every mood. A toast for every occasion. Your favourite drink? 
We don’t need to be told twice. 
 
 

The Fox on Montague 

355 Park Street, South Melbourne 

 
Here they're pouring Thunder Road's Saison and Little Creature's IPA, but 
the 80-strong bottle list is where the action is. It might be the coriander 
bright Taco beer by Two Birds’ Jayne Lewis, or a short syrupy stubbie of 
Belgian Chimay. Harris opened Transport back in the day and knows her brews 
backwards. 
 

The Palace Hotel: South Melbourne 

505 City Road, South Melbourne 

 
In 2017, the Palace remains one of the brightest jewels in the crown of 
Melbourne pubdom. On every scale one could judge a pub, these guys top the 
list. From beer, to sports, to food, to service, this unassuming little 
boozer has you covered. 
 

Smalls 

20-22 Yarra Pl, South Melbourne 

 
Good things come in small packages in this petite and charismatic wine bar. 
From the outside, Smalls glows with a soft light; on the inside, it’s dark 
and intimate, with snug booths, handsome black-metal framed windows and a 
white porcelain bar.  
 
The Railway Hotel 
280 Ferarrs Street, South Melbourne 
 
One of Melbourne’s great classic pubs doesn’t need any gimmicks 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
Things to do in Melbourne 
Landmarks 
● Flinders St Station - ​ a major Melbourne landmark, the hub of 
Melbourne's transport system, and a popular meeting place, 
particularly under the station's domed clock tower. Its striking 
Victorian architecture maintains the city's link with the past 
even as it sits cheek by jowl with the contrasting 21st century 
Federation Square.
● St Paul's Cathedral​ - Located on the corner of Swanston and 
Flinders Sts, St Paul's Cathedral was built on the site of 
Melbourne's first Christian service on the banks of the Yarra 
River after Melbourne was founded in 1835
● Eureka Tower - ​ The second largest tower in the Southern 
Hemisphere
● Royal Botanic Gardens​ - ​Breathe deep and fill your lungs with the 
goodness of the freshest air from the heart of ​Melbourne's​ city 
centre at the ​Royal Botanic Gardens​.
● Southbank - ​ Melbourne's bustling waterfront hub, which is 
renowned for restaurants, public art and stylish retailers.​​
● Luna Park - ​ Is a theme park situated in St Kilda. The iconic 
entrance definitely a sight to see. 
● Melbourne Cricket Ground - ​This historic 100,000 seat stadium is 
the best in the world! Check it out.  
● The Arts Centre - ​With a fabulous design, this is Melbourne’s 
biggest performing arts centre. See Whats on! 
 
Museums and galleries 
● Melbourne Museum -​ A glorious, sprawling space filled with themed 
displays, interactive areas, Imax cinemas, postmodern art and no 
end of surprises, Melbourne Museum rewards first-time visitors and 
repeat patrons equally. 
● National Gallery of Victoria ​- ​The National Gallery of Victoria 
has two magnificent galleries located a short walk apart, both 
with free entry to the permanent collection. The NGV offers an 
extraordinary visual arts experience with diverse temporary 
exhibitions, Collection displays, talks, tours, programs for kids, 
films, late-night openings and performances. 
● National Sports Museum - ​ Bradman's baggy green cap. Bart 
Cummings' collection of Melbourne Cups. Cathy Freeman's swift suit 
from her gold-medal winning run in Sydney 2000. These items are 
more than mere sporting memorabilia, they are touchstones in the 
forging of a national identity.
 ● Immigration Museum -​ Using first-hand accounts, real-life imagery 
and memorabilia, the true stories of people who have migrated to 
Victoria are recounted in this fascinating Melbourne museum. It's 
housed inside a magnificently restored building that, between 
1858-70, acted as Melbourne's own Customs House, gateway to the 
fledgling colony.
● Chinese Museum -​ Located in the heart of Melbourne's Chinatown, 
the Chinese Museum's five floors include a Visitor Centre, a 
Dragon Gallery displaying three generations of Chinese dragons and 
the ‘Finding Gold’ below-ground experience.
● Heide Museum of Modern Art -​ a unique space – a synthesis of 
indoor and outdoor environments, a place of modern and 
contemporary art and design with a rich and colourful art heritage 
and social history.
 
 
Beaches/Waterfront 
As Melbourne is a city on a bay, there are no “beaches” within the city 
itself but that doesn't mean you cannot swim and enjoy a great day on the 
sand in the sun!  
 
The Bay itself is beautiful, from the inner city suburb of Port Melbourne 
and far out to Black Rock. You can swim anywhere, however the water tends 
to be nicer the further out you go. For swimming I definitely recommend 
Black Rock​, however ​Brighton​ and ​Sandringham​ beaches are also nice. The 
closer suburbs such as ​St Kilda ​and ​Elwood ​feature a great vibe and are 
easier to access.  
 
The state of Victoria does have world class proper beachers though. Think 
Torquey, Phillip Island ​and ​Lorne, ​however these are at least an hours 
drive from Melbourne. 
 
For great waterfront spots, definitely go to ​Southbank. ​It is right under 
the cbd and next to ​Richmond. ​It is all happening there! There are great 
walking paths along the ​Yarra River​ as well.  
 
 
  
Brighton Beach

Southbank
 
Day Trips out of Melbourne: 
There is too much detail to go into this guide. But if you want a nice day 
trip out of Melbourne research: 
 
 ● Healesville - ​These days, Healesville is still a major tourist 
destination, located in the famous Yarra Valley grape growing region. 
The town is surrounded by mountains, forests and rolling hills dotted 
with wineries, fruit and berry farm
● Phillip Island - ​Endless family fun and iconic wildlife, pristine 
white beaches and hi-octane motorsports, you'll find it all on a 
seaside holiday at Phillip Island.
● Lorne - ​Getting to the seaside setting is a pleasure in itself, with 
the Great Ocean Road, beginning at Torquay. Erskine Falls (the end of 
Erskine Falls Road), 10 kilometres north-east of Lorne, is a natural 
wonder that introduces the rugged beauty of the Otways. If staying in 
Lorne, take the cliff-walk along the foreshore and check out Lorne 
Pier - the fishermen's co-op sells fresh seafood from that morning's 
catch. 
 

 
Phillip Island 
 Luna park, St Kilda The Royal botanical gardens
 
 
 

 
 

Some of Melbourne’s best food 

1. Minamishima​ - Japanese fine dining, with meals prepared 

tableside! 4 Lord St Richmond 
2. The Press CLub​ - High End Modern Greek in a contemporary-design 
space with huge overhead gold dishes. 72 Flinders St Melbourne 
3. Pastuso​ - Peruvian bar and grill with dark wood and geometric tiles. 
19 Acdc Lane Melbourne 
4. Ezard​ - Modern Australian in a sleek basement space with bar. 187 
Flinders Lane Melbourne 
5. Vue de monde ​- Fine dining in the Rialto building, with great menus 
and city views. 525 Collins St Melbourne 
6. iL Cantuccio Restaurant​ - Pasta dishes and Italian mains in a room 
with exposed brickwork and hanging straw-covered bottles. 209 Lygon 
St Carlton 

 
 

Understand our city 

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Population: 3.8 Million 
 
Founded by free settlers from the ​British​ ​Crown colony​ of ​Van Diemen's Land 
on 30 August 1835, in what was then the colony of ​New South Wales​,[15]​
​ it 
was incorporated as a Crown settlement in 1837.​[15]​ It was named "Melbourne" 
by the ​Governor​ of New South Wales, Sir ​Richard Bourke​, in honour of the 
British Prime Minister of the day, ​William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne​.[15]
​  
It was officially declared a city by ​Queen Victoria​, to whom Lord Melbourne 
was close, in 1847,​[16]​ after which it became the capital of the newly 
founded colony of Victoria in 1851.​[16]​ During the ​Victorian gold rush​ of 
the 1850s, it was transformed into one of the world's largest and 
wealthiest cities.​[17]​ After the ​federation of Australia​ in 1901, it served 
as the nation's interim ​seat of government​ until 1927.​[18]​ Additionally, it 
was the host city of the ​1956 Summer Olympics​ and the ​2006 Commonwealth 
Games​.