Since opening in 2002, Federation Square has become the heart and soul of Melbourne. The multi-use piazza features three public spaces, including a big screen, an array of restaurants and bars, and theatre and event spaces, as well as ACMI, the Ian Potter Centre and the SBS Television and Radio Headquarters.
Located at 328 Swanston Street, Melbourn Victoria 3000, Australia.
Queen Victoria Market
As the largest open-air market in the southern hemisphere, the Queen Victoria Market has a lot to offer shoppers. Wander through the historic sheds and discover fresh produce, hot doughnuts, souvenirs, homewares and more. QVM also hosts Wednesday-night markets, where the historic sheds come alive with food stalls and live music.
Located at Queen Street, Melbourne Victoria 3000, Australia.
State Library of Victoria
Famous for being Australia’s oldest public library and one of the world’s first free public libraries, the State Library of Victoria has a collection of over 2 million books. While there are seven reading rooms, the most magnificent is the octagonal La Trobe Reading Room. The library also holds the diaries of Melbourne founders John Batman and John Pascoe Fawkner, and the original armour worn by Ned Kelly.
Located at 328 Swanston Street, Melbourne Victoria 3000, Australia.
Luna Park
Enter through Mr. Moon’s gaping mouth, and you’ll arrive at a theme park that has been delighting Melbournians since 1912. St Kilda’s Luna Park features the Scenic Railway, which dates back to the park’s opening and is the oldest continually operating rollercoaster in the world. Luna Park also offers a myriad of fun rides for the whole family, including the Ghost Train and the Pharaoh’s Curse.
Located at 18 Lower Esplanade, Street Kilda, Melbourne Victoria 3182, Australia.
Shrine of Remembrance
Built to honour the Victorians who served during World War I, the Shrine of Remembrance has since become a memorial to all Australians who have served in war. Open daily, the Shrine is a place for solitude and reverence, and exhibitions including Galleries of Remembrance offer a glimpse into the Australian military service.
Located at Birdwood Ave, Melbourne Victoria 3001, Australia.
Melbourne Star Observation Wheel
Melbourne Star Observation Wheel described as “the southern hemisphere’s only giant observation wheel”, the Melbourne Star is 120m high and has 21 cabins, all of which offer ever-changing panoramas. During the 30-minute rotation, passengers will see the city, Port Phillip Bay, Mount Macedon and Arthur’s Seat.
Located at 101 Waterfront Way, Docklands, Melbourne Victoria 3008, Australia.
