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Visiting Southbank

Families will find kid-friendly activities in Southbank, and visitors give high marks for the casinos, riverfront, and top-notch restaurants. This vibrant city also attracts tourists with its sporting events and shopping. Melbourne Cricket Ground, St. Kilda Beach, and Eureka Tower are some of the top sights around the area.

• You'll find 1261 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in the larger area of Melbourne
• The closest major airport is in Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) 12.4 from the city center
• The next closest is in Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine) 20 away

Sightseeing and Staying in Southbank

The city is well liked for its places to shop, and Southbank Promenade is a favorite for retail therapy. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Eureka Tower and Malthouse Theatre.

In Southbank, you'll find 125 hotels and other lodging options so you'll have a variety of choices for your holiday getaway. Here's a top place to stay based on our user reviews:

• The Langham, Melbourne - Our customers like the central location and clean rooms at this hotel. Guests who stay at this 5-star hotel in Melbourne Central Business District can enjoy access to a full-service spa and a restaurant, along with free WiFi.

Outside the city, popular places to see include Melbourne Cricket Ground, located 1.1 mi (1.8 from the city center, and St. Kilda Beach, which is 3 mi (4.8 away.

Dressing for Southbank

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 80°F and the nighttime average to be 50°F
• From April to June, temperatures average about 68°F during the day and 41°F at night
• July through September averages 64°F during the day and 41°F at night
• In October-December, the average temperature is 75°F during the day and 45°F at night
• Southbank gets about 0.47 inches of rain per year
• Hottest months are usually February and January with an average temperature of 78°F, while the coldest months are July and June with an average of 41°F

A well-known Melbourne neighbourhood, Southbank is an important cultural hub and entertainment precinct, full of museums, galleries, and large concert venues. Visit the National Gallery of Victoria or the Melbourne Arts Centre, watch a show at the Malthouse Theatre, or book a concert at Hamer Hall. Southbank Promenade is the heart of the suburb and stretches from the sparkling Crown Casino to the fashionable Southgate shopping and dining precinct. Stroll along the Promenade to soak up the atmosphere, enjoy a coffee or lunch in one the restaurants and cafés, or find a bargain at the arts and craft market on Sundays. Southbank is also the perfect spot to see the <CBD, on the other side of the Yarra River, light up at night.

Where to Stay in Southbank

There is plenty of accommodation in Southbank, Melbourne. Choose from upscale hotels, short-stay serviced apartments, and resorts, many of which are located along City Road. Crossing the Yarra River, you’ll find more accommodation options in the CBD. Southbank hotels range from comfortable to luxurious, and we at Expedia.com.au will have the right place to stay for you.

Getting there

Southbank lies at the heart of Melbourne, about 20 km south of Melbourne Airport (MEL). Catch a taxi, SkyBus, or shuttle to Southbank. While there are also cheaper public buses, it takes much longer to reach your destination, and there is little information about them at the airport.

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