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Adina Hotel, Southbank

Adina Apartment Hotel

Situated near Melbourne’s bustling Southbank and only a short walk from city’s array of drinking and dining options, Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne Southbank is housed in a carefully designed new building that is celebrated for its innovation

Arbory Afloat on Melbourne's Yarra River

Arbory & Arbory Afloat

Outdoor dining
Capacity 120

Arbory Afloat returns to the Yarra River this Spring for its seventh season

Arts Centre Melbourne

Arts Centre Melbourne

Each day Arts Centre Melbourne brings people together for remarkable experiences

Argentinian dining along the Yarra River, Melbourne

Asado Bar y Grill

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Asado is an Argentinian bar y grill in the heart of Southbank that leans into its Spanish roots

Australian music greats on display at the Australian Music Vault

Australian Music Vault

Incorporating the Aria Hall of Fame. The Australian Music Vault, developed by Arts Centre Melbourne in consultation with the music industry, is a celebration of the Australian contemporary music story – past, present and future

Koorie Tour, Melbourne

BIRRARUNG WILAM (RIVER CAMP) WALK

Come and join us every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday on our Birrarung Wilam (River Camp) Walk

Mouthwatering Thai street food at South Wharf's Bangpop

BangPop

Brimming with fresh flavours that bring the best of Bangkok straight to your table, BangPop has everything you need to enjoy Thai cuisine

Casual eating and drinking at Stylish Bearbrass in the Southgate complex

BearBrass Eating & Drinking

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Offering a relaxed, friendly environment on the banks of the Yarra River overlooking our beautiful city of Melbourne, BearBrass is the perfect location for casual Southbank drinks and dining

An amazing choice of beers from around the world at Belgian Beer Cafe in Southbank

Belgian Beer Cafe

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

The Belgian Beer Cafe at the base of Eureka Tower in Southbank is committed to serving the best of classic Belgian and iconic Australian beers as well as a host of great craft beers, both local and international, together with delicious food in a relaxed, friendly environment

Good, wholesome food at Billie's Bites, South Wharf

Billie's Bites & Bar

Quick bites & chill vibes: Billie’s is the ideal spot on South Wharf to refuel or relax … complete with Yarra River views!  Lounge on our sofas for a pick-me-up drink, or dive into our burgers (maybe a salad?  Hey, we don’t judge!) for something more substantial

Interior of standard room, Clarion Suites, Melbourne

Clarion Suites Gateway

Clarion Suites Gateway is a four ½ star all-suite hotel, located on the Yarra River, in Melbourne’s CBD with views across the Crown Entertainment Complex and Melbourne Exhibition Centre

Comfortable interior of Classic Cruises historic vessel, Yarra River

Classic Steamboat Cruises

Classic Steamboat Cruises is a family-owned business operated by HW and L Turner since 2002

Dine Yugo

Crowne Plaza Dining

Ottie's is an every-occasion bistro for those seeking a dining experience that goes beyond the ordinary

Exterior image, Yarra River

Crowne Plaza Melbourne

Situated on the banks of the Yarra River, Crowne Plaza Melbourne is ideally located for your next holiday or business trip to Melbourne

Heaps of shopping at South Wharf DFO

DFO South Wharf

Its not like you need another reason to shop, but the insider word is that DFO is the secret to an on trend shopping boasting more than 170 stores with up to 70% off some of the worlds hottest brands, you’re bound to pick up a bargain here

Dreamscape Tours

Dreamscape Tours

Cruise the iconic Yarra River with a deluxe boat cruise from Dreamscape Tours

Easy Park App

EasyPark

EasyPark plays a key role in making Melbourne one of the world’s most livable cities

Stunning food in a degustation menu on Eureka 89

Eureka 89 Dining

In a city that thrives on food, wine & culture, there are few better places to experience the heart and soul of Melbourne than the Eureka 89 dining room

A Melbourne cultural landmark, Federation Square

Fed Square Shopping

Melbourne's central meeting place also offers a host of specialist shopping venues, including the NGV Shop, ACMI Shop and the Koorie Heritage Trust, plus one-off events such as the designers market

Fed Square external

Federation Square

Fed Square is Anything But Square! World-class art galleries and installations

The tranquil waters of Melbourne aboard GoBoat

GoBoat Melbourne

Captain yourself on an eco-friendly electric picnic boat with up to 8 people onboard

The tranquility of Melbourne's Yarra River aboard GoBoat Melbourne

GoBoat Melbourne

Captain yourself on an eco-friendly electric picnic boat with up to 8 people onboard

Mexican dining Melbourne

Hacienda Cocina Mexicana

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

This isn’t your typical Mexican street food or bar – it’s a brash, loud, and bold explosion of flavours! Chef Ross McCombe, who spent seven electrifying years immersed in Mexico City's dynamic food scene, has crafted an authentic culinary experience that’s as fun as it is unforgettable! Expect a unique blend of traditional Mexican flavours with a subtle international twist

Hophaus's stylish riverfront terrace, Southgate

Hophaus

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Hophaus is a modern bar and eatery on the mid level of Southgate Restaurant Precinct on Southbank Promenade, Melbourne – a contemporary twist on the great European Beer Halls

Kayak Melbourne

Kayak Melbourne

Kayak Melbourne offers stunning guided kayak tours on the Birrarung/Yarra River since 2007, enjoy the spectacular vistas as you paddle your way through the heart of the city

Kayak tour Melbourne City

Kayak Melbourne

Kayak Melbourne offers stunning guided kayak tours on the Birrarung/Yarra River since 2007, enjoy the spectacular vistas as you paddle your way through the heart of the city

Great riverside views from La Camera Southgate

La Camera Southgate

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

In the Italian language, La Camera means “The Room”; an unpretentious name for a stylish but modest restaurant, in a location where style is everything

Interior of bar area, Leftbank Melbourne

Left Bank Melbourne

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Left Bank Melbourne stands out as a premier restaurant and bar situated on the vibrant Southbank

Melbourne city sights from the deck of Ludlow Dining, on Southbank

Ludlow Bar & Dining Room

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

A charming riverside dining & drinking venue along Southbank, laid back and buzzy with public bar, dining area and magnificent terrace to take in Melbourne city views

Exterior Melbourne Cellar Door

Melbourne Cellar Door

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Melbourne Cellar Door is the favourite destination for wine and craft beer lovers to go to in Melbourne’s South Wharf precinct

Exterior of MCEC, South Wharf

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

At Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, visionary ideas come to life, and the world's thought leaders gather

Melbourne's hub of business events, MCEC

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

At Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, visionary ideas come to life, and the world's thought leaders gather

Outside deck - Melbourne Public

Melbourne Public

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Set in and around the lovingly restored heritage cargo sheds on the Yarra’s edge, Melbourne Public (affectionately known to regulars as ‘MP’) can be found on the banks of Melbourne’s newest drinking and dining secret – South Wharf

river cruise melbourne

Melbourne River Cruises

Sightseeing Cruises Cruise A: Ports & Docklands - 1 hour | Down River Cruise B: River Gardens - 1 hour | Up River Cruise A&B: Melbourne Highlights - 2 hour | Up & Down River A sightseeing cruise in Melbourne offers a unique and unforgettable experience for visitors and locals alike

Cruising the Yarra River with Melbourne River Cruises

Melbourne River Cruises

Sightseeing Cruises Cruise A: Ports & Docklands - 1 hour | Down River Cruise B: River Gardens - 1 hour | Up River Cruise A&B: Melbourne Highlights - 2 hour | Up & Down River A sightseeing cruise in Melbourne offers a unique and unforgettable experience for visitors and locals alike

Exterior of the Lady Cutler, Melbourne Showboat

Melbourne Showboat

Home of Lady Cutler – Melbourne Showboat Enjoy Melbourne’s most exciting on-water events with the taste of a mini cruise ship experience on Melbourne’s Bays and Rivers

The Lady Cutler, Melbourne Showboat

Melbourne Showboat

Home of Lady Cutler – Melbourne Showboat131 Harbour Esplanade (near the Cow-Up-The-Tree sculpture) Enjoy Melbourne’s most exciting on-water events with the taste of a mini cruise ship experience on Melbourne’s Bays and Rivers

Don't visit Melbourne without heading up to Eureka 88 Skydeck

Melbourne Skydeck

Nothing you have ever experienced will prepare you for the awe-inspiring views from the highest viewing platform in the Southern Hemisphere at Melbourne’s iconic Eureka Tower, currently the world’s tallest residential building

Interior of Microflite helicopter

Microflite

We've partnered with the best of Victoria's tourism providers for a range of packaged tours in our luxuriously-equipped fleet

Enjoying Melbourne views with Microflite

Microflite

We've partnered with the best of Victoria's tourism providers for a range of packaged tours in our luxuriously-equipped fleet

On A Boat

On A Boat

Captain your ON A BOAT experience and see Melbourne's spectacular sights for up to 9 passengers

Yarra River self-cruising

On A Boat

Captain your ON A BOAT experience and see Melbourne's spectacular sights for up to 9 passengers

Interior PJ O'Briens Southgate

P.J.O’Brien’s Irish Pub

Indoor dining

P. J. O'Brien's Irish Pub offers a glimpse of Ireland in Southbank, Melbourne

Dock 37, interior, Pan Pacific Melbourne

Pan Pacific Melbourne South Wharf

Work, play and discover this vibrant city along the Yarra River

Cruising the Lower Yarra River

Parks Victoria

Parks Victoria is a statutory authority of the Victorian Government acting in accordance with the Parks Victoria Act 2018

Snacks available at Pilgrim Bar, Federation Wharf

Pilgrim Bar

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Located alongside the historic Federation Wharf vaults and Yarra River right in the heart of Melbourne, Pilgrim is an intimate waterfront venue that proudly engages producer authenticity through its unique range of all Australian wine, beer and spirit lists

Interior of treatment room, Ping Ming Health

Ping Ming Health

Founded in 1992 by Dr Ping Wang, Ping Ming Health is a leading provider of Chinese medicine, helping Australian families across our 10 practice locations in Perth and Melbourne

Interior of Plus 5's historic cargo shed

Plus 5

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Plus5 takes a little inspiration from the food traditions of Italy and the world to bring wood fired tapas and pizza to the heart of South Wharf

Tall Ship Polly Woodside, South Wharf

Polly Woodside

Located amidst the vibrancy of the South Wharf precinct, Melbourne’s beautiful 1880s tall ship ‘Polly Woodside’ is more than just a museum-piece

The new-look Ponyfish Island

Ponyfish Island

Outdoor dining

Ponyfish Island is a floating bar on the Yarra River anchored under the Southbank pedestrian bridge

Exterior Pure South Dining, Southbank

Pure South Dining

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Pure South Dining has worked directly with local farmers, fishermen, and artisanal suppliers for over twenty years to acquire the best produce from the Bass Strait Islands of King, Flinders, and Tasmania

Interior lounge area, Quest Southbank serviced apartment

Quest Southbank

Quest Southbank serviced apartment style hotel rooms offer guests a relaxed and comfortable Melbourne CBD accommodation experience perfect for short or long stays

Riverland, Melbourne, Yarra River

Riverland Bar

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Riverland Bar is the original waterfront icon in Melbourne where you can escape the daily grind in our urban beer garden hideaway

delicious food, Ruby Riviera, South Wharf

Ruby Riviera

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Ruby Riviera brings the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean to life in the heart of South Wharf

Kids love SEALife Melbourne

SEALIFE Melbourne

SEA LIFE Melbourne takes you on an interactive ocean adventure filled with amazing discovery around every corner

Chocolate San Churro

San Churro

Indoor dining

Just like the traditional chocolaterias of Spain, San Churro is a destination for friends to come together and share a sweet moment

South Wharf, looking east along the Yarra River, Melbourne

Showtime Events Centre

Originally known as docking shed 11 during Melbourne’s formative days in the 1800’s, this heritage venue has lived an exciting life

Such Wharf Promenade at night

South Wharf Promenade

Minutes walk from Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and situated in and around beautifully restored heritage cargo sheds, is South Wharf Promenade - home to some of Melbournes award winning restaurants, casual cafes and bars

Promenade at night, South Wharf

South Wharf Promenade

Minutes walk from Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and situated in and around beautifully restored heritage cargo sheds is South Wharf Promenade -home to some of Melbournes award winning restaurants, casual cafes and bars

Southbank 3006

Southbank 3006

Southbank3006 is a not-for-profit community organisation representing all diverse sectors of southbank

Directory Southbank News

Southbank News

Southbank News is one of five monthly local news publications by Hyperlocal News, which also publishes other titles CBD News, Docklands News, Inner City News(East Melbourne, Carlton, Parkville) and North West City News (North and West Melbourne, Kensington) in both print and online

Southbank Residents Association

Southbank Residents Association

Southbank Residents Association is a one stop shop for the latest local news, events and issues that matter to Southbank residents We are a volunteer driven, not-for-profit organisation, dedicated to improving the liveability of Southbank

Main entrance to Southgate, at night

Southgate

Located on the banks of the Yarra River, with views of Melbourne’s city skyline, Southgate is a unique Melbourne restaurant, shopping and entertainment experience

Statue Ophelia at Southgate

Southgate Shopping

You’re sure to find something special that reflects your individual style and personality with Southgate’s diverse offering of fashion and accessories

Melbourne's only cruising restaurant, Spirit of Melbourne

Spirit of Melbourne

Experience the magic of the Yarra River and Melbourne's city lights in an all inclusive package – 4 course dinner and drinks

Exterior of St Johns Southgate

St Johns Lutheran Church Southgate

St Johns is no ordinary church. As well as regular church services and being open daily for quiet reflection, St Johns encourages a program of music and art

Interior, Taxi, Fed Square

Taxi Kitchen

Indoor dining

Set high above the city streets with sweeping views of Melbourne’s skyline and the Yarra River, Taxi Kitchen stands out as one of the best restaurants in Melbourne for those who appreciate exceptional food, atmosphere, and service

Tessie Pearl interior

Tessie Pearl

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

It’s just the Melbourne way. Your bar should be a place where you walk in, sit down, and relax

Crossing the bridge to The Boatbuilders Yard, South Wharf

The Boatbuilders Yard

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Nestled beside Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, DFO and the Polly Woodside sailing ship is a riverside highlight of the Melbourne drinking and dining scene

Exterior View of The General Assembly

The General Assembly

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Experience Melbourne’s iconic laneways within our South Wharf riverside pub

The Gnocchi Project

The Gnocchi Project

Indoor dining

The Gnocchi Project has opened its doors at GF03, 1 Southbank Boulevard, Melbourne, offering a unique dining experience centred around handcrafted gnocchi

Southbank's iconic Langham Hotel

The Langham Melbourne

Delightfully intimate interiors. Genuine and personalised service

Service at Time Out, Fed Square

Time Out Fed Square

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Outdoor dining

Time Out continues to be a favourite for Melbourne locals and visitors

External image, Transport

Transport Hotel

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Transport Public Bar is one of the best pubs in Melbourne, perfect for catching all your favourite live sports

Views from Byblos restaurant, World Trade Centre

WTC Wharf

Enjoy world class restaurants and bars at WTC Wharf, Melbourne’s first absolute wharf edge dining precinct

Waterbikes Australia

Waterbikes Australia

We're an environmentally-friendly water bike tour operator, creating accessible, fun, unique adventures designed to get people of all ages and abilities outside and into nature

Waterbikes Australia

Waterbikes Australia

We're an environmentally-friendly water bike tour operator, creating accessible, fun, unique adventures designed to get people of all ages and abilities outside and into nature

We Love Code

We Love Code

Offering custom web solutions for small-medium businesses. We are the people behind the Yarra River website yarrariver

Exterior Yarra River Cruises

Yarra River Cruises

Experience the true charm of Melbourne with Yarra River Cruises

Corporate cruise on Yarra River Cruises

Yarra River Cruises

Experience the true charm of Melbourne with Yarra River Cruises

Games, visual effects

Academy of Interactive Entertainment

AIE is the world’s first non-profit specialist games and visual effects educator

Interactive exhibits at Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI)

Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI)

The Australian Centre for the Moving Image is a world-first facility dedicated to the moving image in all its forms

Entry, Beer Deluxe, Fed Square

Beer DeLuxe

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Middle Eastern feast, Byblos, WTC Wharf

Byblos Bar

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Exterior, Chocolate Buddha

Chocolate Buddha

Indoor dining

EXPRESS SUSHI & CASUAL JAPANESE

Balcony Commune Wine Melbourne

Commune Wine

Located in the Southgate building on Southbank and within the Arts precinct, we take inspiration from our creative neighbourhood

Dumpling Chef

Dumpling Chef

Indoor dining

Drinks, Hacienda

Hacienda Cocina Mexicana

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Boasting a Mexican Bar and Restaurant experience that’s not your average street food offering found elsewhere! Brash, loud, bold and fun

Hello Chicken

Hello Chicken

Korean food with a twist

Artefacts, Koorie Heritage Trust, Fed Square

Koorie Heritage Trust

The Koorie Heritage Trust was established in 1985 to protect, preserve and promote the living culture of the Aboriginal people of south-eastern Australia

Turkish food

Mama's Gozleme

Gozleme is a savoury traditional Turkish hand made and hand rolled pastry

Man Mo food, WTC Wharf

Man Mo

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining
Capacity 30

Entrance to NGV shop, Fed Square

NGV Design Store

Large array of books, stationery, children’s art and craft items, apparel and gifts

St Kilda Road entrance, NGV

National Gallery of Victoria International

The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is Australia’s oldest and most distinguished public art museum

Eat, dine, Melbourne, Yarra River

Ottie's

Indoor dining

Ottie’s

Photography Studies Gallery

PSC Gallery

Showcasing the talents of the Photography Studies College

Malaysian Indian Food Southgate Melbourne

PappaRich

Malaysian Indian cuisine

Food, Red Emperor, Southgate

Red Emperor

Indoor dining

Skating at Riverslide

Riverslide Skate Park

Australia’s only full-time managed public skate facility

Schnitz

Schnitz

Indoor dining

Gallery, Ian Potter, NGV, Melbourne

The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia

The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia is the world’s first major gallery dedicated exclusively to Australian art

Exterior, The Wharf Hotel, WTC Wharf

The Wharf Hotel

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Food at Waterfront, Southgate

Waterfront

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Interior of Waterslide Bar, Southgate

Waterslide Bar

Indoor dining
Outdoor dining

Aerial view of Yarra's Edge Marina

Yarra's Edge Marina

Enjoy a boating experience right in the centre of Melbourne at Yarra’s Edge Marina

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