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South Melbourne

Just a couple of kilometres from the CBD, you’ll find the bustling suburb of South Melbourne. This suburb is known for its historic attractions, upscale residential communities, quality boutique accommodation, luxury hotels & apartments and scenic attractions.

South Melbourne features some of the oldest heritage buildings in the city. Here you’ll see many tree-lined streets, chic boutiques, as well as plenty of quality restaurants.

South Melbourne Accommodation, Apartments & Hotels

As one of Melbourne’s oldest suburbs, South Melbourne is always popular with history buffs. Local museums and art galleries within South Melbourne are also worth exploring.

The hip restaurant scene in South Melbourne also attracts many food lovers. Restaurants on Clarendon Street and Dorcas Street offer elaborate menus for all foodies. If you’re looking for something light, then step into one of the many cafes or pubs for a light snack. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a light breakfast; featuring freshly baked delicacies.

Come to the South Melbourne Market and pick up supplies for a gourmet picnic with your family and friends. The nearby lakes and seashore areas are perfect for an afternoon picnic.

For shopping, check out the specialty shops along Coventry Street. Enjoy picking through handmade items from one of the designer stores.

If you’re interested, enjoy a spa or hair treatment at one of the many spas or salons. To buy some antiques, stop by the Victorian Tapestry workshop and homewares shop.

If you still have some time, then stop by Albert Park Lake and check out the famous racetrack which hosts the annual F1 Grand Prix.

About the author

Michael Jones

Michael created and runs the Melbourne Point website, as well as the Holiday Point travel brand that incorporates a network of 16 location based travel information and attraction websites around Australia, Asia, and around the world.

With 25+ years of online experience and a passion for travel (having lived in Melbourne most of his life), Michael not only researches and writes content for the website, he also tinkers behind the scenes with the website functionality & design.

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