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Trip Planner:   South Pacific  /  Australia  /  Victoria  /  Melbourne  /  Melbourne Central

Melbourne Central, Melbourne

4.3
#2 of 10 in Neighborhoods in Victoria
Shopping Mall · Hidden Gem · Neighborhood
Soothe yourself with retail therapy at Melbourne Central. At Melbourne Central, bop in and out of a range of fashionable shops. Find even more stores along the pedestrian- and tram-only block between Swanston and Elizabeth Streets that makes up the Bourke Street Mall. Before exiting, take a moment to listen to some of Melbourne's most talented street performers. Put Melbourne Central at the forefront of your travel plans using our Melbourne online trip itinerary planner.
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Melbourne Central reviews

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TripAdvisor traveler rating 4.5
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4.4
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  • By 619jeffry
    Melbourne Central has a buzz, There's lots of shopping, from RM Williams, the bushman's outfitters, to a large Coles Supermarket. There's also lots of eateries and specialty shops. The Coops Shot...  more »
  • By Truciyee
    The place is lacking in cleaning. There are filthy floors everywhere. Shame, the architecture is kinda ok.  more »
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  • By David Graham
    Multiple stores on multiple levels - little on street parking but parking next to it
  • By Ben Creighton
    A good shopping experience in the heart of the city. Lots of different stores, including many popular franchises, and also plenty of food and entertainment options. But I've also loved the main courtyard with the Shot Tower under the dome - such a weird concept but it totally works!
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