The Carlton Hotel
Offers a rooftop bar, dining, a cocktail bar and nightclub, right in the heart of the city.
Major events
From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.
Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu
Each month, watch a movie on the big screen, including contemporary, classic and documentary films.
Makers Market at The District
This outdoor undercover monthly Sunday market at Docklands features craft, gifts, fashion and food.
Mesa Verde
A contemporary Mexican restaurant and home to the country's largest collection of agave spirits.
Restaurants
Melbourne is packed with restaurant options from fine dining to wine bars and casual eateries.
Rooftop at QT
A rooftop bar where you can indulge in afternoons filled with tunes to nights under city lights.
Chinatown
Let the hanging lanterns guide you along Little Bourke Street into Australia’s oldest Chinatown.
Aboriginal Melbourne
Find out more about Aboriginal culture through Melbourne's galleries and museums.
Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.
THE LUME Melbourne
Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3000sqm of immersive space.
Celebrate Mexico: Tequila Versus Mezcal
Enjoy a guided tasting of artisan agave-based spirits paired with gourmet Mexican canapés.
School holidays
Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities.
Koorie Heritage Trust
A centre dedicated to promoting Aboriginal culture, with an exhibition space and retail shop.
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Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.
Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
Step into a world of wonder at an after-hours Melbourne Museum experience just for adults.
Gut Oggau x Embla
Meet the makers of one of the world's great natural wines and enjoy a family-style menu.
Melbourne Visitor Hub
Stop by Town Hall for information and help planning your time in Melbourne and Regional Victoria.
Shopping
Discover Melbourne's best shopping, from laneway boutiques to elegant arcades and flagship stores.
Hidden Secrets Tours
Indulge and discover the city's hidden charm with Melbourne's original laneway walking tours.