Adorned with art sculptures and apartment buildings, Docklands is a contemporary waterfront dining, retail and entertainment hub.

Wander through the pedestrian plazas to admire public murals and light displays. Head to The District Docklands to browse high-end fashion, jewellery and lifestyle pieces in an open-air shopping mall.

Soak up the waterfront views, grab a drink on your way to a concert at Marvel Stadium, or take your place at one of many premium bars or restaurants to watch the sunset over the shimmering water.​​​​​​​​

Docklands events

Saboteurs
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Saboteurs

An 'Among Us' style game played in real life.

Saskia Morris: de-extinct
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Saskia Morris: de-extinct

An exhibition of sculptures using upholstery fabrics.

Hyun Ju Lee – Coexistence: Stunning Beauty
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Hyun Ju Lee – Coexistence: Stunning Beauty

Hyun Ju’s work explores the imagination of landscape.

Glass Painting Workshop for Beginners
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Glass Painting Workshop for Beginners

Make your own glass-painted, quirky night lamp.

Songbirds
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Songbirds

Come along to Library at The Dock on Wednesdays for Songbirds: songs, rhymes and stories.

Lost & Found

Lost & Found

A group exhibition exploring urban relics, ghost signs and hidden histories.

AFL Round 17: Essendon v Gold Coast Suns

AFL Round 17: Essendon v Gold Coast Suns

Essendon meet the Gold Coast Suns in this Round 17 clash.

Chocolate Family Adventure Day
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Chocolate Family Adventure Day

Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.

Sanatan Kriya Yoga
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Sanatan Kriya Yoga

Partake in a free yoga session, open to all.

Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners
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Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners

Create your mini plant world while enjoying a soothing cuppa and a calming environment.

Plant Frame Workshop for Beginners
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Plant Frame Workshop for Beginners

Create a living art frame filled with plants in this beginner friendly class.

Colourful Mosaic Coaster Workshop
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Colourful Mosaic Coaster Workshop

Come and make mosaic coasters and step into the world of colours.

Kokedama Workshop
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Kokedama Workshop

Enjoy a beginner's workshop and learn how to make a little moss ball plant.

Rainbow Art Class
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Rainbow Art Class

A guided art class for children, led by an artist and educator.

Mr Wolf Game
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Mr Wolf Game

An immersive 'play in real life game' for kids aged five to ten.

Polymer Clay Workshop
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Polymer Clay Workshop

Create beautiful pairs of earrings and necklaces using polymer clay in this fun workshop.

Modern Kintsugi Beginners Workshop
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Modern Kintsugi Beginners Workshop

Discover the art of mending something beautiful and embrace the beauty of imperfection.

Mosaic Making Workshop for Beginners
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Mosaic Making Workshop for Beginners

Learn the art of creating beautiful mosaics from start to finish.

Kokedama and Yoga Workshop
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Kokedama and Yoga Workshop

A total relaxation package with yoga and plants.

Free Firelight Cruise

Free Firelight Cruise

Watch the world class Firelight Festival on a free cruise on board the iconic Victoria Star.

Polymer Clay Earring Workshop
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Polymer Clay Earring Workshop

Create beautiful jewellery in this fun workshop.

Sea Shanties and Folk Songs
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Sea Shanties and Folk Songs

Join this free weekly celebration of rollicking and spirited singing.

Chocolate Painting Workshops
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Chocolate Painting Workshops

Take part in a chocolate painting workshop that appeals to all the senses.

Fridayz Live: Pitbull, Mariah Carey, Wiz Khalifa

Fridayz Live: Pitbull, Mariah Carey, Wiz Khalifa

The most blockbuster line-up to date featuring iconic artists.

Catherine Weng: Waning Bodies

Catherine Weng: Waning Bodies

Experience Waning Bodies, an exploration of a surreal unravelling of lived skin and shifting forms.

Jeswri: Beyond Hectic

Jeswri: Beyond Hectic

Emerse yourself in the work of Gadigal artist Jeswri for NAIDOC Week.

Wild Country: The Ovens River

Wild Country: The Ovens River

Clare McCracken and Heather Hesterman explore the environmental history of the Ovens River.

PicklePalooza

PicklePalooza

Free pickleball festival with games, clinics, food, music and fun for all ages.

Docklands attractions

O'Brien Icehouse

O'Brien Icehouse

Ice arena for public skating and ice sports events, located in Docklands.

ArtVo

ArtVo

An interactive 3D art gallery with optical illusions that visitors can touch and explore.

The District Docklands

The District Docklands

Open-air shopping precinct with attractions, entertainment, dining and fresh food.

GoBoat Melbourne

GoBoat Melbourne

Be your own captain by renting a picnic boat, with no boat licence required.

Library at The Dock

Library at The Dock

A modern public library in Docklands with harbour and park views.

Docklands Park

Docklands Park

Kid-friendly park with walking trails and barbecue facilities.

APY Gallery Melbourne

APY Gallery Melbourne

APY Gallery is an Indigenous-owned art gallery that exhibits work from the APY lands in regional SA.

Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq

Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq

One-stop entertainment venue with arcade games, bowling lanes, dodgem cars and cocktail bar.

Hidden gems to visit in Docklands

Hidden gems to visit in Docklands

From cute cafes to amazing art galleries, Docklands offers more than meets the eye.

Noelle.Store

Noelle.Store

A Colombian fashion boutique specialising in quality leather footwear and women’s fashion.

Waterfront dining

Steakhouse Grill 66 Docklands

Steakhouse Grill 66 Docklands

A modern Australian venue featuring a range of a steaks and a la carte menu.

Almina

Almina

Delicious Lebanese food with waterside views of Docklands.

Renzo's Bar Cafe Italiano

Renzo's Bar Cafe Italiano

A stylish and modern restaurant located in the Docklands precinct, serving regional Italian cuisine.

Bhoj At Docklands

Bhoj At Docklands

Named with the Hindi word for 'feast' this restaurant offers high quality food from all over India.

Berth

Berth

Premium waterfront dining restaurant with a Mediterranean and Italian-inspired menu.

Cargo

Cargo

Casual and dynamic dining with a stunning waterside view.

Squires Loft Docklands

Squires Loft Docklands

There's a cut of steak for everyone at this chain restaurant.

Hooks at The Yarra

Hooks at The Yarra

The perfect location to enjoy delicious food, cold drinks and an amazing vista.

Cafes and takeaway

Saluministi Docklands

Saluministi Docklands

Dining at Saluministi takes you on a journey through the flavours of Italy.

Mr Collins

Mr Collins

A smart, casual lunchtime pizzeria putting a modern take on classic Italian dishes.

Umma Kitchen

Umma Kitchen

Your one stop authentic Korean kitchen.

New Zealand Natural Ice Cream

New Zealand Natural Ice Cream

Ice cream chain from New Zealand, serving ice cream, sorbet and frozen yoghurt.

POTTO

POTTO

Specialises in char grills, flame seared bowls and crispy pork to satisfy the soul.

Billy Barista

Billy Barista

Nice little cafe for brunch in Docklands.

Gökotta Kaffe

Gökotta Kaffe

Swedish-inspired food with local coffee and all-day breakfast and brunch.

View of Melbourne from across the Yarra River

Origami Sushi & Noodles

Create your own dish of noodles with chicken, beef, pork or seafood and fresh vegetables.

Caffe Esc

Caffe Esc

Great coffee, satisfying lunches and fresh salads.

Sergy Boy

Sergy Boy

Cafe bar known for their slow cooked, comfort meals and laid-back Friday drinks.

Nourished

Nourished

Healthy, wholesome, delicious meals inspired by healthy international cuisines around the world.

San Churro

San Churro

San Churro at Docklands serves delicious churros, chocolate dipping sauce and hot chocolate.

DG Expresso

DG Expresso

Healthy breakfast, brunch and lunch options.

Peter & Co

Peter & Co

An upmarket modern Australia cafe for freshly made lunches.

Capri Cafe & Lounge

Capri Cafe & Lounge

Dog-friendly Docklands cafe open for breakfast, brunch and lunch.

Docklands bars

Urban Alley Brewery

Urban Alley Brewery

A sustainable micro-brewery and pub in the Docklands.

The Nixon Hotel

The Nixon Hotel

Docklands sports bar and pub in a convenient location outisde the stadium.

More Docklands restaurants

Heartling

Heartling

Serving artfully delicious plant-based, seafood & meat-based dumplings, total 15 variations.

Groovy Mama Fusion Cafe

Groovy Mama Fusion Cafe

A retro-style cafe serving specialty coffee and homemade Cajun x Asian fusion dishes.

The Hof Downtown

The Hof Downtown

Enjoy their modern twist on Bavarian food from classics to contemporary dishes.

Archer's Restaurant

Archer's Restaurant

A modern, sophisticated dining space at Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands.

Merchant Society

Merchant Society

Malaysian fusion restaurant in Docklands serving rice, soup and noodle dishes.

Dohtonbori

Dohtonbori

Japanese restaurant offering okonomiyaki, teppanyaki and izakaya menus in Docklands.

Yassas - The Greek Way

Yassas - The Greek Way

Enjoy authentic Greek-style food in a casual atmosphere at The District Docklands.

Gaylord Indian Restaurant

Gaylord Indian Restaurant

A unique dining experience that celebrates the rich and diverse flavours of the Indian subcontinent.

Chilangos Mexican Cantina Docklands

Chilangos Mexican Cantina Docklands

A popular Docklands spot serving burritos, tacos and Mexican drinks.

Discover more

Melbourne General Cemetery

Melbourne General Cemetery

Melbourne's most iconic and historically significant cemetery.

Lygon Street Italian precinct

Lygon Street Italian precinct

Stroll along leafy Lygon Street in Carlton and discover where Melbourne's cafe culture was born.

Six rare old photos of Melbourne

Six rare old photos of Melbourne

See Melbourne as it once was with these exclusive photos from the Old Vintage Melbourne book.

The best places in Melbourne to take photos

The best places in Melbourne to take photos

Find stunning landmarks, street art and neon lights to shoot in the city.