
Southbank
Explore the best spots on Melbourne's beautiful waterside dining strip and surrounding streets.
The best Southbank events
French Impressionism
The Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition from the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
Polly Woodside Open Day
Climb aboard and roam the decks of one of Australia’s last surviving 19th-century tall ships.
Spirit of Melbourne Lunch Cruise
Cruise the Yarra River in elegance and comfort and savour your meal on a two-hour lunch cruise.
Japanese Tea Ceremony with Harumi Oshitani
Experience an authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony, led by certified instructor, Harumi Oshitani.
The Sunday Market at Southgate
After decades positioned around the Arts Centre, the Sunday Market is now at Southgate.
Best waterside dining
Yarra Botanica
Yarra Botanica is a floating bar and eatery on the Yarra River, celebrating Victorian producers.
Commune Wine
A revival of approachable wine and beverages, taking inspiration from the creative neighbourhood.
The Boatbuilders Yard
A large open space retaining the heritage and charm of Melbourne's maritime precinct.
Pure South Dining Room
Elegant Tasmanian produce, overlooking the Yarra River and Melbourne skyline.
More Southbank dining spots
Kolkata Cricket Club
A modern Indian restaurant inspired by the vibrant flavours of Kolkata and fine Bengali cuisine.
Rockpool Bar & Grill Melbourne
World-renowned restaurant with a focus on premium beef, superb seafood and sensational wine.
Edwin Wine Bar and Cellar
Edwin Wine Bar and Cellar celebrates Victorian wines paired with seasonal dining.
Mr Hive Kitchen & Bar
Offering a range of modern Australian delights for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The General Assembly
Bar and restaurant with live acoustic music, street art and a simple, delicious menu.
Fish and Chippery by The Atlantic
Excellent fast-food fish and chips from one of Crown's best seafood restaurants.
D.O.C Pizza & Mozzarella Bar
This Southbank addition to the D.O.C family serves up an afternoon and evening Italian menu.
Dock 37 Bar & Kitchen
Enjoy a contemporary dining experience at the Pan Pacific Melbourne's elegant restaurant.
Jarrah Restaurant & Bar
Toast the end of the day and enjoy the delightful outdoor terrace overlooking the city skyline
Teatro Gastronomia
Teatro is synonymous with a Italian marketplace and a true spectacle of gastronomy.
Ludlow Bar and Dining Room
Enjoy this modern Southbank riverside pub, dining room and large beer garden terrace.
The Atlantic Restaurant
Fresh seafood in this fine dining restaurant from a Melbourne culinary legend.
Bars and pubs
The Melbourne Cellar Door / Dukes Distillery
A relaxed wine bar with over 500 wines on the wine wall to choose from with sharing food to match.
Edwin Wine Bar and Cellar
Edwin Wine Bar and Cellar celebrates Victorian wines paired with seasonal dining.
P.J.O'Brien's Irish Pub
An Irish pub in Southbank with live music nightly, open for lunch, dinner, and drinks.
Belgian Beer Cafe Melbourne
Pouring quality Belgian brews and serving classic bites in a European atmosphere.
Cafes, bakeries and desserts
The Bond Store Cafe
Pop in for a European breakfast, brunch or lunch to escape the bustling Southbank crowds.
OlMate's
A sanga one-stop-shop promising quality food and exceptional coffee in Melbourne's arts precinct.
Code Black Coffee
Enjoy Code Black Coffee's range of coffe and cold drinks at the Queensbridge pop-up.
Workshop Brothers Southbank
Serving delicious food from breakfast to dinner, along with excellent coffee and service.
House of Cards Espresso
At Boyd Community Hub, this socially responsible cafe serves speciality coffee and sweet treats.
Dagwood Deli
American-style diner with a menu of sandwiches, bagels, salads, filter coffee, beer and wine.
Shops and boutiques
NGV Design Store
The NGV International store stocks books and merchandise based on NGV collection and exhibitions.
Things to do in Southbank
Melbourne Skydeck
This 300m high public observation deck captures everything that is special about Melbourne.
Melbourne Recital Centre
Combining cutting-edge architecture and acoustic innovation with a unique focus on music.
Chunky Move
Chunky Move nurtures contemporary dance by hosting an in-house program of dance classes.
Melbourne River Cruises
Sit back and relax as your captain details the history of Melbourne on a river cruise.
Southgate
A dining precinct located on the banks of the Yarra River, opposite Flinders Street Station.
ZEN Gaming Lounge
A dedicated esports hub, providing a central location for gamers and non-gamers to unite.
Chuan Spa at The Langham, Melbourne
A luxurious day spa retreat at The Langham, Melbourne, designed to help you detox and relax.
Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA)
An art gallery presenting challenging and innovative contemporary work.
Village Cinemas Crown
Offering a broad range of cinema experiences to cover all tastes and occasions.
Southgate Gallery, Celebrating Creativity in Southbank
The Southgate Gallery celebrates the creativity of every day Southbank locals.
Southbank Library at Boyd
A public library set in the heritage-listed building that houses the Boyd Community Hub.
Classic Steamboat Cruises
Public and private cruises and transport to events along the Yarra and Maribyrnong rivers.
Fiona and Sidney Myer Gallery
Contemporary art space presenting new works by Australian and international artists.
Places to stay in Southbank
Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne Southbank
Only moments away from Melbourne’s bustling Southbank and a short walk from the city centre.