Things to Do in Carlton, Melbourne A mix of residential and commercial areas, with Lygon Street known for its Italian restaurants and cafes. The suburb is also home to the University of Melbourne and the Royal Exhibition Building.
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Melbourne Museum and Royal Exhibition Building ★ 4.6 · 6.6k★
Landmark 19th-century exhibition centre, topped with a dome, and set amid landscaped gardens.
Carlton Gardens ★ 4.7 · 14.5k★
Landscaped Victorian-era park now containing the Royal Exhibition Building and Melbourne Museum.
Every day 12 AM – 12 AM
Melbourne Museum ★ 4.6 · 19.6k★
Modern building of an institution founded in 1854 containing dinosaur and regional history exhibits.
Every day 9 AM – 5 PM
MAKE Designed Objects ★ 4.8 · 123
A store offering a wide range of locally designed and quality brand products, known for gifts and home items including kitchenware and decor.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 6 PM
Sat 10 AM – 6 PM
Sun Closed
Crave N Go Carlton ★ 4.8 · 751
Museum Playground ★ 4.7 · 439
An indoor museum playground offering interactive displays and activities for children, including areas for toddlers and older kids, with music, lights, and educational exhibits.
Where to eat & drink in Carlton
Seven Seeds ★ 4.4 · 3.8k· A$20–40
Airy, industrial-chic cafe and micro-roaster serving brunch, sandwiches and specialty teas.
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 5 PM
Sat 8 AM – 5 PM
Sun 8 AM – 5 PM
Scopri ★ 4.8 · 1.2k· A$80–180
Understated white-tablecloth restaurant, for refined mains, handmade pasta & imported wines.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 12 PM – 3 PM, 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun Closed
Carlton Wine Room ★ 4.7 · 1.0k· A$60–160
Inventive tasting menus and a thoughtful wine list, at a chic restaurant in a 19th-century building.
Mon 12 PM – 11 PM
Tue–Thu 4 PM – 11 PM
Fri 12 PM – 11 PM
Sat 12 PM – 11 PM
Sun 12 PM – 11 PM
Heartattack and Vine ★ 4.6 · 942· A$20–40
European cafe meals & specialty coffee in a stylish setting with wood-&-brick decor.
Mon–Thu 8 AM – 10 PM
Fri 8 AM – 11 PM
Sat 8 AM – 11 PM
Sun 8 AM – 9 PM
Bar Bellamy ★ 4.9 · 163· A$40–120
A cocktail bar known for its classic cocktails, including martinis, and a food menu featuring dishes like devilled eggs, oysters, roast chicken, and bar snacks.
The Heart of Carlton ★ 4.8 · 866· A$1–20
A Carlton cafe offering fresh baguettes, pasta, curries, and coffee, with all items priced at $4.
Mon–Fri 6 AM – 6 PM
Sat 6 AM – 6 PM
Sun Closed
Good Measure ★ 4.6 · 2.0k· A$1–20
Mon–Thu 8 AM – 11 PM
Fri 8 AM – 1 AM
Sat 8 AM – 1 AM
Sun 8 AM – 11 PM
Seven Seeds Coffee Roasters ★ 4.4 · 3.8k· A$20–40
Airy, industrial-chic cafe and micro-roaster serving brunch, sandwiches and specialty teas.
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 5 PM
Sat 8 AM – 5 PM
Sun 8 AM – 5 PM
Humble Rays Carlton ★ 4.4 · 2.3k· A$20–40
Unique eats & coffee are turned out this vibrant cafe with subway tiles, plants & a colorful mural.
Every day 8 AM – 4 PM
Feliz Bakery & Cafe ★ 5.0 · 132· A$1–20
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 4 PM
Sat 9 AM – 3 PM
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