North Melbourne Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
North Melbourne showing heritage elements and a statue or sculpture
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

The Village North Melbourne
The Village North Melbourne
2 out of 5
78 Howard St, North Melbourne, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$121 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$121
per night
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this hostel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (12 reviews)
"Property was very clean, staff very friendly including tais and grace. They was brilliant and awesome. Bed was very comfortable, showers powerful."

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2024

The Village North Melbourne
Arden Motel
Arden Motel
3 out of 5
15 Arden St, North Melbourne, VIC
Fully refundable
The price is AU$133 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$133
per night
22 Apr - 23 Apr
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! (358 reviews)
"Nice enough but very basic"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2024

Arden Motel
RNR Serviced Apartments North Melbourne
RNR Serviced Apartments North Melbourne
4 out of 5
139 Chetwynd Street, North Melbourne, VIC
The price is AU$159 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$159
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Melbourne Central and Crown Casino ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (260 reviews)
"Excellent price clean room value for money Room was bigger then I expected Easy too get there I would stay again"

Reviewed on 13 Mar. 2024

RNR Serviced Apartments North Melbourne
City Edge North Melbourne
City Edge North Melbourne
3.5 out of 5
188 Peel Street, North Melbourne, VIC
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a terrace. Popular attractions Melbourne Central and Crown Casino are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (910 reviews)
"Nice nice very very nice"

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2024

City Edge 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$149 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$149
per night
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
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"This is the second time I have stayed here and both times found the staff to be very friendly and efficient. It is a perfect location for me and I would recommend it to fellow travellers"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2024

Mercure North Melbourne
Turnkey Accommodation – North Melbourne
Turnkey Accommodation – North Melbourne
4.5 out of 5
33 Blackwood street, North Melbourne, VIC
The price is AU$299 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$299
per night
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (300 reviews)
"Property was smaller than expected, and smaller than a room we had booked here last time. It was decent for 2 adults, if the 4 of us had of stayed it would have been cramped. Tram stop in walking distance which was amazing and very convenient. Lygon street in walking distance also. Will definitely ..."

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2024

Turnkey Accommodation – North Melbourne
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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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