³Ô¹ÏÍø is packed with attractions, from laneways and street art to lush parks and grand galleries and museums, all wrapped up in a vibrant atmosphere.​
Highlights
Tours and cruises
Discover what locals love about ³Ô¹ÏÍø with a guided tour of the city and its attractions.​​
Museums and art galleries
Explore ³Ô¹ÏÍø's public museums and galleries along with artist-run and commercial galleries.
Must do
Queen Victoria Market
This beloved ³Ô¹ÏÍø landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.
Theatre and shows
Discover ³Ô¹ÏÍø's hit musicals, cutting-edge theatre and late-night cabaret shows.
³Ô¹ÏÍø's most instagrammable shops
Our guide to the best looking shops in ³Ô¹ÏÍø, guaranteed to light up your Instagram feed.
Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
The world’s first major gallery dedicated exclusively to Australian art.
Precincts
Hidden gems of Kensington
Head into Kensington and discover these hidden cafes, bars, pubs, breweries, boutiques and more.
Chinatown
Let the hanging lanterns guide you along Little Bourke Street into Australia’s oldest Chinatown.
Your guide to ³Ô¹ÏÍø's official Koreatown
Travel to South Korea from ³Ô¹ÏÍø with the best fried chicken, K-BBQ and more.
The ultimate walking guide to Carlton
How to find the best restaurants, hidden shops and stunning sights in Carlton - all on foot!
Greek Precinct
Experience Greek culture and cuisine in ³Ô¹ÏÍø's buzzing Greek Precinct on Lonsdale Street.
The ultimate guide to Degraves Street
Where to shop, dine and caffeinate in ³Ô¹ÏÍø's most famous laneway.
The best restaurants, cafes and bars in Hardware Lane
Out shopping? Stop for street food, Korean desserts and secret Italian bars.
Aboriginal ³Ô¹ÏÍø walk
Discover ³Ô¹ÏÍø's Aboriginal heritage and culture on this walking tour of significant sites.
³Ô¹ÏÍø music walk
Discover ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s music highlights, from music venues to busking hot spots and historic sites.
Explore
³Ô¹ÏÍø Visitor Hub
Stop by Town Hall for information and help planning your time in ³Ô¹ÏÍø and Regional Victoria.
Parks and gardens
One of the most loved things about ³Ô¹ÏÍø is its picturesque parks, gardens and green spaces.
The ultimate guide to exploring Fitzroy Gardens
Make an exercise date and explore the beauty of this glorious city garden.
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Discover the best natural wonders, events and dining the RBG has to offer.Â
How to visit Korea in ³Ô¹ÏÍø
The best K-pop stores, Korean cafes, BBQ restaurants and streetwear stores in ³Ô¹ÏÍø.
Hidden gems to visit in Docklands
From secret wine bars to amazing art galleries, Docklands offers more than meets the eye.
The ultimate guide to Centre Place
Discover laneway lunch spots, boutique shopping and hole-in-the-wall cafes.
³Ô¹ÏÍø’s most Instagrammable experiences
You won't need filters at the city's most photogenic spots.
What’s new in ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s laneways
Take a peek down unfamiliar roads as we highlight the best hidden attractions in the city.
The ultimate guide to Degraves Street
Where to shop, dine and caffeinate in ³Ô¹ÏÍø's most famous laneway.
The ultimate guide to the Nicholas Building
Explore the iconic building that houses some of the most unique stores in the city
Attractions
THE LUME ³Ô¹ÏÍø
Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3000sqm of immersive space.
SEA LIFE ³Ô¹ÏÍø Aquarium
Discover thousands of aquatic animals in four enchanting worlds at this top ³Ô¹ÏÍø attraction.
Arts Centre ³Ô¹ÏÍø
With its iconic spire, the Arts Centre ³Ô¹ÏÍø is a cultural and architectural landmark.
Old ³Ô¹ÏÍø Gaol
Visit ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s oldest prison, where most of Australia’s infamous characters spent time.
³Ô¹ÏÍø Skydeck
This 300m high public observation deck captures everything that is special about ³Ô¹ÏÍø.
State Library Victoria
Australia's oldest public library and one of the first free public libraries in the world.
Royal Exhibition Building
World Heritage-listed and the oldest surviving Great Hall of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Cooks' Cottage
Come and explore Cooks' Cottage and learn about its English origins and relocation to ³Ô¹ÏÍø.
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Immigration Museum
An exploration of the stories of people from all over the world who have migrated to Australia.
³Ô¹ÏÍø’s secret gardens and green spaces
Take a break from indoors with a stroll through these city-side parks.
Children's Gallery ³Ô¹ÏÍø Museum
This is a wondrous place for young children to explore, play and learn.
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³Ô¹ÏÍø's accessible and wheelchair-friendly attractions
These local attractions are accessible for everyone to experience.
Discover more
How to spend 24 hours in ³Ô¹ÏÍø
From secret street art to seasonal events, you’ll find something for everyone.
Major events
From the Australian Open to the ³Ô¹ÏÍø Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.
Getting around
³Ô¹ÏÍø is easy to explore by bike, tram, bus, train or taxi.​​​​​​​​​​​​​