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Old Treasury Building — Image credit: Old Treasury Building

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Old Treasury Building

The Old Treasury is regarded as one of the finest public buildings in Australia. Completed in 1862, it was the major government office in Melbourne throughout the 19th century, and second only to Parliament House as the centre of state affairs. Designed by a 19 year old architect, John James Clark, it is widely considered to be one of the finest examples of Renaissance Revival architecture in Australia. Until 1992, the building housed a succession of government departments including the city office of the Victorian Governor. Restored and opened to the public as a museum in 1994, it provides an ideal orientation to Melbourne for visitors wishing to understand and explore the city's history, architecture, art and contemporary life. It houses permanent exhibitions: 'Yarra: Stories of Melbournes River', 'Melbourne: Foundations of a City', 'Making Modern Melbourne' 'Protest Melbourne', Growing Up in the Old Treasury' and the story of gold in the original vaults. Current temporary exhibition 'Belongings: Objects and Family Life' looks at the objects you own and how you've changed them, and they've changed you. See areas of the building inaccessible to the general public, including the Executive Council Chamber, find out more about Melbourne's fascinating gold rush past and see rare paintings from the Roy Morgan Research Centre collection by joining their monthly guided tour.

East Melbourne VIC

0.0 km away

Tasma Terrace Exterior

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Tasma Terrace

Tasma Terrace is located in East Melbourne, just moments from Parliament House, and stands today as a powerful symbol of grass-roots heritage advocacy. Saved from demolition in the 1970s, it has been reimagined as a creative and dynamic space for exhibitions, shopping, and learning. Originally built between 1879 and 1887 as a series of elegant lodging houses designed by renowned architect Charles Webb, Tasma Terrace provided stylish accommodation for visitors and long-term residents alike. Its distinctive Victorian architecture and detailed ironwork reflect the prosperity of the era, while its preservation tells a story of community action and the birth of the heritage movement in Victoria. Today, Tasma Terrace offers visitors a unique experience that blends history, creativity, and culture. Explore rotating exhibitions, browse a curated retail offering, visit the heritage resource library, or join engaging talks and workshops that bring Victoria's heritage to life. The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) welcomes visitors to discover, learn, and connect in this beautifully restored landmark. Tasma Terrace is easily accessible by train and tram from Melbourne's city centre. There is limited street and paid parking available nearby. Please note, Tasma Terrace is accessible by stairs only.

East Melbourne VIC

0.2 km away

Cooks' Cottage — Image credit: City of Melbourne

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Cooks' Cottage

Originally located in Yorkshire, England, and built by the parents of Captain James Cook, the cottage was brought to Melbourne by Sir Russell Grimwade in 1934. Astonishingly, each brick was individually numbered, packed into barrels and then shipped to Australia. Navigator and explorer Captain James Cook never lived in the cottage – he’d been away from home for almost 10 years when his father built it – but this connection to the Cook family was enough to prompt Grimwade to transport the cottage to the other side of the world. Combining modern interpretations of Captain Cook's adventures, centuries-old antiques, a delightful English cottage garden, volunteers dressed in 18th century costumes and an interpretive space in the stable, Cooks' Cottage is a fascinating step back in time. Entry to the cottage includes a comprehensive fact sheet for a self-guided tour. Available in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Thai, Indonesian, Japanese, German, French, Vietnamese and Korean. School tours and group tours and visits are also available. Tickets and souvenirs can be purchased from the Fitzroy Gardens Visitor Centre, just 100 metres away.

East Melbourne VIC

0.5 km away

e.g.etal gallery — Image credit: e.g.etal

Galleries, Museums and Collections

e.g.etal: contemporary jewellery and objects

e.g.etal: Contemporary Jewellery and Objects is a Melbourne gallery that represents and supports Australia's thriving contemporary jewellery design movement. Established in 1998, e.g.etal maintains a passionate commitment to contemporary jewellery. The gallery now represents over 50 Australian and New Zealand jewellery artists and designers, with occasional international guests. The constantly evolving collection is an inspiring selection of contemporary jewellery conceived and made by individual designers. e.g.etal seeks to promote the essence of contemporary jewellery, which is a practice defined by considered research, conceptual ingenuity and intrepid technical diligence that challenges and delights and looks to the past and forges into the future. At e.g.etal each piece is unique, but each is alike: carefully conceived, beautifully crafted and sincerely passed on.

Melbourne VIC

0.5 km away

The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia — Image credit: Visit Victoria

Galleries, Museums and Collections

The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia

The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia at Federation Square is the home of Australian art with superb collections of Australian Indigenous and non-Indigenous art from the Colonial period to the present day. With more Australian art on permanent display than any other gallery in the world, as well as special exhibitions and programs, cafes, a restaurant and new perspectives of the city through its glass matrix, NGV Australia is more than a great place to view art. It is a completely fresh approach that encourages people from all walks of life to enjoy the world of art within the new cultural heart of Melbourne. The NGV collection of Australian art comprises more than 20,000 works. Approximately 800 works are displayed in the new building at one time, and many of these will be rotated frequently to show the full breadth and diversity of Australian art, and to provide visitors with fresh insights. Admission to the permanent collection is free. Fees may apply to special exhibitions, as advertised.

Melbourne VIC

0.5 km away

Gaol Break - Little Collins Street

Amusement and Theme Parks

Adventure Rooms Melbourne

Adventure Rooms is one of Melbourne's most popular escape room experiences, offering customers a choice of six exciting games across two locations in the heart of the Melbourne Central Business District. Players work together with their team to hunt hidden objects, and solve creative puzzles and try to escape the room before the 60 minutes on the clock runs out. Adventure Rooms is a perfect activity to do in any weather with family, friends or team building with work colleagues. Being right in the heart of Melbourne's Central Business District means there are plenty of parking and public transport options as well as bars and restaurants to visit before or after your experience.

Melbourne VIC

0.5 km away

Craft Shop, featuring 100+ Australian makers, designers and artists — Image credit: Craft Victoria

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Craft Victoria

Craft Victoria is a leading centre for contemporary craft and design, located in Melbourne's Central Business District. Craft Victoria brings together the makers, collectors, collaborators and communities at the centre of contemporary craft and design in Australia. From the first steps of a practice to a lifetime of making, from a single object to a major public artwork, this is where the full breadth of the discipline finds its home. You can discover one-of-a-kind collectable pieces handmade by Australian artists. The Craft Shop presents work by hundreds of Australian makers and designers working across diverse mediums, including ceramics, jewellery, textiles, glass, metal and more. For more than fifty years, it has been the place where making is taken seriously. A living, evolving discipline with as much to say about the present as it does the past, where material is more than medium, it is language, and where process sits at the core of the work. Craft's exhibition program presents the work of artists whose practice spans the boundaries of contemporary art and hand-crafted material practice. Balanced to reflect a range of materials, art forms, innovative techniques and cultural diversity, their exhibitions offer a unique cultural experience for all visitors and art and design enthusiasts.

Melbourne VIC

0.6 km away

The Johnston Collection

Galleries, Museums and Collections

The Johnston Collection

Discover a secret, hidden gem in the heart of East Melbourne. The Johnston Collection house museum features an astonishing array of Georgian, Regency, and Louis XV fine and decorative arts and hosts a regular program of exhibitions, lectures and events. Enjoy a tour of the historic townhouse, Fairhall, led by knowledgeable volunteer guides. View beautiful objects arranged in a domestic setting unfettered by ropes. This is an intimate experience, with no more than eight guests per guide. Your ticket includes tea/coffee served on delightful Wedgwood fine bone china. Tours are offered at 10am, 12pm, and 2pm and pre-booking is essential. The house is located in a residential area so the address cannot be published, but that only adds to the mystery! Visitors are welcomed at Pullman on the Park and arrive at the museum via our courtesy bus – only a five-minute journey.

East Melbourne VIC

0.6 km away

ACMI

Galleries, Museums and Collections

ACMI

ACMI is the national museum of screen culture. You can explore the world of movies, television, videogames and art, daily, in the heart of Melbourne's City Centre. Open 364 days a year, ACMI is the most visited museum of its kind in the world. It provides an immersive, fun-filled day out for all ages. Located in Fed Square, ACMI offers exhibitions, cinemas, and an incredible gift shop with unique and exclusive wares by local artists and a focus on film, television, videogames and art. As the home of Melbourne's best and most popular film festivals, great Australian and international cinema, an annual calendar of talks and workshops, as well as the very best in contemporary art and screen culture. Discover The Story of the Moving Image exhibition and journey through the past, present and future of the moving image through interactive experiences, digital innovation and captivating stories.

Melbourne VIC

0.6 km away

ACMI Cinemas

Entertainment Venues

ACMI Cinemas

Discover great cinema in the heart of Melbourne's CBD. With the only human projectionist in the CBD and handpicked film by ACMI curators, ACMI takes movie watching to the next level. Enjoy award contenders, festival favourites and films from around the world, with new screenings daily. Explore new discoveries and rare screenings you won't find anywhere else, with state-of-the-art sound, comfortable seats and a cinema experience like no other. Browse the program today.

Melbourne VIC

0.6 km away

ACMI Shop

Shopping and Markets

ACMI Shop

Find beautiful, unique gifts with a purpose at the ACMI Shop. Dedicated to screen culture, the ACMI shop stocks exclusive ranges by local artists and sustainably-sourced, superbly-made products that make it a museum gift shop with a difference. You can find a great range of books, curiosities, apparel, cards and gifts here, as well as an array of ACMI publications and merchandise. If you or your loved ones are devoted to film, television and pop culture, videogames, art or design - you'll find the perfect gift waiting to be discovered.

Melbourne VIC

0.7 km away

Candlelight Concert with Fever for Valentine's Day, at Fed Square — Image credit: Fed Square

Entertainment Venues

Fed Square

Fed Square is Melbourne's public square and the civic, cultural and community heart of the city. It boasts world-class art galleries and installations, a brilliant and diverse range of food and drink and thrilling, extraordinary events. Located opposite the iconic Flinders Street Station and standing at the gateway to both the arts and sporting precincts, Fed Square is Melbourne's premier meeting place, tourist destination and event venue for thousands of events a year, from small business functions to massive cultural pillars like New Year's Eve, Christmas, Diwali, and more. Long before Fed Square was built, the site on which it now stands was an important gathering place for the area's Indigenous groups. For tens of thosands of years, the people of the Kulin Nations came together on the banks of the Birrarung (Yarra River). Since opening in 2002, Fed Square has seen more than 100 million visits, has been named the sixth best public square in the world and is Melbourne's number one visitor destination. In 2019, Fed Square was listed on the Victorian Heritage Register, the youngest building to ever be recognised in this way. Fed Square is home to four of Victoria's major cultural institutions: ACMI, Australia's Museum of Screen Culture, the Koorie Heritage Trust (KHT), The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia and the Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio (MESS).

Melbourne VIC

0.7 km away

Mary Glowrey Museum — Image credit: Mary Glowrey Heritage Limited

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Mary Glowrey Museum

The Mary Glowrey Museum tells the story of Dr Sr Mary Glowrey JMJ (1887-1957), a Victorian born and educated doctor, who went to Guntur, India, in 1920, where she became a religious Sister. As Sister Mary of the Sacred Heart JMJ, she spent the rest of her life serving the medical and spiritual needs of the most marginalised people. She oversaw the medical care of hundreds of thousands of people and set up training systems and medical networks, including the Catholic Health Association of India, which today serves more than 21 million people annually. On 21 November 2025, Pope Leo XIV recognised Mary's heroic virtues, and she became titled Venerable Mary of the Sacred Heart Glowrey, only the second Australian to be accorded this status The Mary Glowrey Museum is situated on Level two of the historic Cathedral Hall, today part of the Fitzroy campus of Australian Catholic University. Visitors are asked to book in advance via email, so as to facilitate guided tours. Groups are particularly welcome. More information about the Museum and related sites can be accessed via the (free) Catholic Precinct Walking Tour App, a digital resource to support visits to the area surrounding St. Patrick's Cathedral in East Melbourne and Fitzroy. For more information see the museum's website.

Fitzroy VIC

0.7 km away

Koorie Heritage Trust Birrarung Building Fed Square, Narrm

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Koorie Heritage Trust (KHT)

The Koorie Heritage Trust (KHT) is a stand-alone Australian First Peoples arts and cultural centre located in the cultural heart of Narrm (Melbourne). It serves as a powerful space for both learning and reconciliation, deeply connected to the history and culture of the First Peoples of South East Australia. Founded in 1985, KHT works tirelessly to ensure the rich cultural heritage, history and knowledge systems of Victorian First Peoples are valued, celebrated and an active part of society, while also encouraging the next generation to engage with and sustain these vital traditions. KHT offers a range of immersive experiences, such as guided Aboriginal Cultural Walking Tours. These tours uncover the hidden histories and stories of Narrm. Led by a First Peoples guide, the tours provide a unique opportunity to touch and hold replica artifacts, while learning about their cultural significance. In addition, KHT showcases an annual temporary exhibition program that offers unique insights into the richness and diversity of Victorian First Peoples art featuring both emerging and established artists, as well as regular changeover of exhibitions from its permanent Collections of historic and contemporary Victorian First Peoples art and cultural belongings. KHT also runs an extensive range of public programs, further enriching the community's connection to Koorie culture.

Melbourne VIC

0.8 km away

City Circle Tram

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

City Circle Tram

The City Circle Tram service provides a free and convenient way to get around central Melbourne. Tourists, shoppers, families and city workers can use the City Circle Tram to travel to major attractions, restaurants, shops and city events. An audio commentary provides details of city landmarks and major attractions such as the Melbourne Museum, Flinders Street Station, Docklands precinct, Federation Square, SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium, Princess Theatre and the Queen Victoria Market. The City Circle route is serviced by heritage W class trams. The City Circle operates in a clockwise direction, with the service taking approximately 60 minutes to complete a loop. You can enjoy this tram as a 'hop on - hop off' service, with the added bonus of travelling aboard traditional Melbourne transportation. Tourists can spend all day on a City Circle Tram! Information leaflets, including an 'easy to understand' map of the city are available on board each City Circle Tram. To catch the free City Circle Tram service (route number 35), simply board the tram at any of the specially marked stops on the route. See the Public Transport Victoria website link for more details.

Melbourne VIC

0.8 km away

Purpose led gifting that supports gender equality — Image credit: QVWC SHOP

Shopping and Markets

Queen Victoria Women's Centre Shop

The Queen Victoria Women’s Centre is an iconic Melbourne landmark that supports women through creative experiences, community resources and the power of connection. QVWC Shop showcases locally sourced products by some of Victoria's finest women and non-binary artists, designers, authors and makers. QVWC Shop is a registered social enterprise and exists to support the talented makers in their community with an independent retail space in the middle of the bustling Melbourne CBD. The store offers a wide range of beautiful, unique and ethically sourced gifts including clothing, ceramics, jewellery, art, homewares, books and more.

Melbourne VIC

0.8 km away

Van Helsing — Image credit: Escape This

Amusement and Theme Parks

Escape This Melbourne

Escape This delivers Australia's most immersive escape experiences - cinematic, story-led adventures that go far beyond what an escape room is expected to be. Awarded Australia's Best Immersive Experience Provider in 2026, Escape This is bringing its fully realised worlds to Melbourne from 14 August 2026. The venue will eventually feature 12 experiences, including five adventure and seven horror-themed worlds, making it a standout group activity destination where players create lasting memories together.

Melbourne VIC

0.8 km away

Clementine's Store — Image credit: Clementine's

Shopping and Markets

Clementine's

Clementine's is the home of locally made gifts, souvenirs and fine food. They love to bring you produce and products made and crafted in Victoria, Australia. They're very proud of their artisan makers and growers and support over 80 small Victorian creative businesses in their store. Clementine's caters for both, the discerning tourist and the Melbourne based traveller, wishing to take a little taste of Australia to the world.

Melbourne VIC

0.9 km away

Paris Argentina Jewellery Shop — Image credit: Paris Argentina Jewellery

Shopping and Markets

Paris Argentina Jewellery

Paris Argentina Jewellery, nestled in the heart of Melbourne, specialises in refined, elegant designs that exude timeless sophistication. Each piece is thoughtfully handcrafted in their Melbourne studio, with the collaboration of a few trusted artists, using only natural precious and semi-precious gemstones set in solid gold or silver. Their collection highlights the natural beauty of gemstones, featuring signature Australian opals alongside other exquisite stones, celebrated for their enduring grace. Whether you're searching for a meaningful gift, a personal indulgence, or wish to reimagine a treasured heirloom, they are here to offer expert guidance and craft a piece as unique as your story.and other natural stones that resonate with timeless grace. Whether you're seeking a special gift or a personal treat, they are ready to offer insightful advice on the creation of a unique piece or the thoughtful redesign of a cherished heirloom. Come, and experience a unique blend of quality and elegance.

Melbourne VIC

0.9 km away

Strike Bowling QV

Amusement and Theme Parks

Strike Bowling QV

Strike QV, located in the heart of the city, is one of Melbourne's best entertainment experiences, fully equipped with a cocktail bar and gourmet kitchen. With 12 bowling lanes, three escape rooms and a private karaoke room, allowing you to 'belt' out the latest tunes Strike QV's got it all. So whether you're having a kids party, Christmas function, team building event - or a night out with mates, they've got you covered.

Melbourne VIC

0.9 km away

Arts Centre Melbourne — Image credit: Arts Centre Melbourne

Entertainment Venues

Arts Centre Melbourne

With its iconic spire, Arts Centre Melbourne is both an architectural and cultural landmark in Melbourne. It is the flagship of the performing arts in the state of Victoria and the focal point of the cultural precinct in Melbourne. Housing an array of venues including the Theatres Building (under spire), Hamer Hall and Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Arts Centre Melbourne is Australia's largest and busiest performing arts venue, staging more than 1000 performances and public events each year. Showcasing the best of performing arts for over 40 years, it is host and partner to companies such as Opera Australia, the Australian Ballet, Melbourne Theatre Company, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Australian Chamber Orchestra, Victorian Opera, Sydney Dance Company and Bangarra Dance Theatre. A visit doesn't stop at the stage. Discover the Australian Museum of Performing Arts, the Australian Performing Arts Collection, the Australian Music Vault, guided venue tours and many dining options.

Melbourne VIC

0.9 km away

The Amplifier — Image credit: Arts Centre Melbourne

Galleries, Museums and Collections

The Australian Music Vault

The Australian Music Vault is a free exhibition showcasing the Australian music story, interactive and digital experiences, iconic objects from the Australian Performing Arts Collection. Explore the musical influences on the Australian 'sound', see costumes worn by international stars and unlock the stories of hip hop in Australia. The exhibition includes a highly interactive digital experience allowing visitors to listen to interviews with musicians, promoters and behind-the-scenes people sharing their stories within the engagement zones. To make sure that you have an enjoyable and safe experience there have been some adjustments including QR code contact tracing.

Melbourne VIC

0.9 km away

Australian Museum of Performing Arts

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Australian Museum of Performing Arts

The Australian Museum of Performing Arts (AMPA) is Arts Centre Melbourne's newest venue. Unveiling treasured objects from circus, dance, music, opera, theatre and popular entertainment, the Australian Museum of Performing Arts brings untold stories of the stage to life through major exhibitions. The museum will showcase highlights from Australia's extraordinary performing arts history, found in the Australian Performing Arts Collection, and the very best from international museums and galleries. Every exhibition is a love letter to the performing arts.

Melbourne VIC

0.9 km away

Emporium Melbourne outside view at dusk — Image credit: Vicinity Centres

Shopping and Markets

Emporium Melbourne

Emporium Melbourne: The House of Melbourne, is more than a shopping centre, it's the heartbeat of Melbourne's cultural scene. Since its 2014 opening, it's been the ultimate space where the city's vibrant spirit merges with fashion, dining, and unique experiences. It's where Melbourne's most stylish gather, culture thrives, and the community connects. Fashion and Retail Emporium showcases over 150 stores, featuring premier fashion from Australian and international designers. Iconic retailers like UNIQLO, Muji, and Coach make it the go-to for trendsetters and quality seekers. Dining Level 3 offers a culinary haven that reflects Melbourne's diverse food culture, with 30 dining options from exclusive restaurants to a premium food court, offering everything from quick bites to gourmet meals. Architecture and Connectivity Emporium seamlessly blends modern architecture with Melbourne's heritage, connecting effortlessly to Myer, David Jones, and Melbourne Central via pedestrian bridges, making it an easily navigable hub. Cultural Engagement More than retail, Emporium is a celebration of Melbourne's culture, hosting exclusive fashion shows, art installations, and unique events, constantly evolving as an all-inclusive cultural destination. Open daily with extended hours on Thursdays and Fridays for late-night shopping. Visit the official website for the latest on store openings and events. Emporium Melbourne embodies the best of style, culture, and community. Experience the house of Melbourne.

Melbourne VIC

0.9 km away

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