North Melbourne Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
North Melbourne showing railway items and street scenes
Find yourself in a historic pocket of Victorian-era architecture just outside the city centre in this charming hub of cafés, restaurants, boutiques and townhouses.

The cosy suburb of North Melbourne is a historic residential district in the heart of the city, where Victorian-era townhouses line the wide streets and busy cafés have heritage shop fronts. Spend some time strolling along the suburb’s main streets and check out a string of boutique stores and cafés. Admire the heritage architecture of the suburb’s 19th-century municipal buildings and attend one of the local events in this charming community.

Stroll down Victoria Street and Errol Street to experience North Melbourne’s buzzing central junction. Here, wide heritage awnings and a busy tramline will make you feel like you’ve been transported back in time to 19th-century Melbourne. Take a seat at one of the outdoor tables of a bustling café and enjoy a cup of coffee while you watch the trams come and go. In the evening, make the most of North Melbourne’s restaurants and bars, many of which have atmospheric courtyards to the rear of the historic street front.

Check out the magnificent architecture of the North Melbourne Town Hall, completed in1876, and the Metropolitan Meat Market, built in 1874. Both of these heritage-listed buildings are now theatre and arts venues. Check the posters outside of either building to find out what cultural events are occurring during your stay.

More intriguing Victorian-era architecture can be found around the residential streets. Most of these ornate residential townhouses are in the “Boom Style,” so named for the area’s rapid growth during the gold-rush era of the late 1800s.

Visit the Arden Street Oval to find the home of the North Melbourne Football Club, which is a contending team in the Australian Football League. Watch training sessions or head to one of Melbourne’s major sports arenas to watch the team competing in the national league.

North Melbourne is situated directly north from Melbourne’s central business district and is an easy walk from the city centre via the historic Queen Victoria Markets. You can also catch trains, trams and buses to the neighbourhood. Pick from a huge array of accommodation options in the city centre and take a trip through history to North Melbourne.


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Our pick of the best North Melbourne Hotel Deals

Arden Motel
Arden Motel
3 out of 5
15 Arden St, North Melbourne, VIC
Fully refundable
The price is AU$130 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
AU$130
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Stay at this 3-star motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (415 reviews)
"Able to smoke out on my balcony outside room."

Reviewed on 27 Oct. 2024

Arden Motel
City Edge North Melbourne
City Edge North Melbourne
3.5 out of 5
188 Peel Street, North Melbourne, VIC
The price is AU$142 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$142
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (961 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 24 Oct. 2024

City Edge North Melbourne
The Village North Melbourne
The Village North Melbourne
2 out of 5
78 Howard St, North Melbourne, VIC
The price is AU$177 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$177
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this hostel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central are ...
7.6/10 Good! (16 reviews)
"Value for money, excellent staff and management"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2024

The Village North Melbourne
Mercure North Melbourne
Mercure North Melbourne
4 out of 5
Corner Harker St And Flemington Rd, North Melbourne, VIC
The price is AU$159 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$159
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, old Motel but very clean and well serviced! Great staff, very helpful!"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2024

Mercure North Melbourne
Plum North Melbourne
Plum North Melbourne
4 out of 5
168 Arden Street, North Melbourne, VIC
The price is AU$112 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Melbourne. Enjoy daily housekeeping, in-room washers/dryers, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Queen Victoria Market ...
7.6/10 Good! (389 reviews)
"perfect for someone visiting melbourne for the first time"

Reviewed on 24 Oct. 2024

Plum North Melbourne
Melrose Apartments
Melrose Apartments
4.5 out of 5
171-173 Melrose Street, North Melbourne, VIC
The price is AU$162 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$162
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Queen Victoria Market and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (609 reviews)
"Clean and comfy and easy to get to the city"

Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2024

Melrose Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around North Melbourne

Carlton Gardens showing château or palace, a park and a pond

Carlton

Carlton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Melbourne Museum and Carlton Gardens while you're in town.

Carlton
Docklands which includes a bay or harbour, night scenes and a high-rise building

Docklands

Travellers come to Docklands for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marvel Stadium and Collins Street while you're in town.

Docklands
Melbourne CBD showing outdoor eating

Melbourne Central Business District

4.5/5(20,262 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Melbourne Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Melbourne Central and Collins Street, and jump on the metro at Melbourne Central Station or Flagstaff Station to see more of the city.

Melbourne Central Business District
Southbank which includes city views, a high-rise building and a city

Yarra Riverfront

The stunning river views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Yarra Riverfront. Make a stop by Crown Casino or Collins Street while you're exploring the area.

Yarra Riverfront
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Southbank

Are you interested in stunning river views, first-class casinos and popular shops? A visit to Southbank might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Crown Casino and Melbourne Skydeck.

Southbank
Fitzroy Gardens featuring heritage architecture, a house and a garden

East Melbourne

Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in East Melbourne. Top attractions like Melbourne Cricket Ground and Collins Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Jolimont Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

East Melbourne


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