Things to Do in CBD, Melbourne

The CBD is the cultural and entertainment hub of Melbourne, where most attractions, accommodations, and nightlife are concentrated. It's the area where international and interstate visitors typically spend the majority of their time.

Queen Victoria MarketMarket
Hosier LaneShopping Street
Caretaker's CottageCocktail Bar

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Top things to do in CBD

Queen Victoria Market
★ 4.5 · 60.0k
Market★
Longtime market selling food, clothing & more in a historic landmark spanning 2 city blocks.
Mon
Closed
Tue
6 AM – 3 PM
Wed
Closed
Thu–Fri
6 AM – 3 PM
Sat
6 AM – 4 PM
Sun
9 AM – 4 PM
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Hosier Lane
★ 4.2 · 925
Shopping Street★
Vibrant, landmark district of noteworthy urban art & graffiti with a local small-plates restaurant.
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St Paul's Cathedral
★ 4.7 · 3.9k
Cathedral
Neo-Gothic cathedral, consecrated in 1891, with twin spires and stained-glass processional doors.
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 5 PM
Sun
8 AM – 6 PM
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Emporium Melbourne
★ 4.4 · 15.9k
Shopping Mall
shopping mall in Victoria, Australia
Mon–Wed
10 AM – 7 PM
Thu–Fri
10 AM – 9 PM
Sat
10 AM – 7 PM
Sun
10 AM – 7 PM
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Wunderkammer
★ 4.8 · 299
Antique Market
Unusual boutique offering a collection of animal skulls, taxidermy & other scientific oddities.
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Haigh's Chocolates Block Arcade
★ 4.6 · 501
Chocolate Shop
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 6 PM
Sat
9 AM – 6 PM
Sun
9:30 AM – 6 PM
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Where to eat & drink in CBD

Caretaker's Cottage
Top 500 bar
Cocktail Bar· A$20–40
A public bar located in an old cottage, known for offering modern hospitality, smart drinks, and music.
Mon–Thu
4 PM – 12 AM
Fri
4 PM – 1 AM
Sat
4 PM – 1 AM
Sun
Closed
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Byrdi
Top 500 bar
Cocktail Bar· A$20–100
A modern Australian bar in Melbourne.
Every day
5 PM – 12 AM
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Brother Baba Budan
★ 4.5 · 3.3k
Coffee Shop· A$1–20
Specialty coffee shop serving pastries in a compact space with chairs hanging from the ceiling.
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 5 PM
Sat
8 AM – 5 PM
Sun
8 AM – 5 PM
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The Hardware Société
★ 4.4 · 4.6k
Breakfast· A$20–40
French toast and baked eggs are staples at this compact, rustic-chic breakfast cafe with warm vibe.
Mon–Fri
7:30 AM – 3 PM
Sat
8 AM – 3 PM
Sun
8 AM – 3 PM
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Operator25
★ 4.4 · 3.2k
Brunch· A$20–40
Brunch cafe and coffee hangout in an early 1900s building that housed Melbourne's first switchboard.
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 4 PM
Sat
8 AM – 4 PM
Sun
8 AM – 4 PM
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Dukes Coffee
★ 4.6 · 1.5k
Coffee Shop· A$1–20
Specialty outpost crafting coffee in a stylish interior with light, wood-panelled walls.
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 4:30 PM
Sat
8 AM – 5 PM
Sun
Closed
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Eliana Lulu
★ 4.6 · 1.1k
Breakfast· A$20–40
Mon–Thu
7:30 AM – 3 PM
Fri
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sat
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sun
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
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Avocado Moment Cafe
★ 4.8 · 314
Brunch· A$20–40
A Melbourne City cafe known as a spot for brunch, coffee, and avocado dishes.
Mon–Fri
Closed
Sat
9 AM – 1:30 PM
Sun
9 AM – 1:30 PM
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Osteria Ilaria
★ 4.6 · 2.5k
Italian· A$80–180
An osteria in Melbourne city, this hidden gem serves traditional Italian fare with contemporary execution, including pasta, wagyu beef, and oysters.
Mon–Fri
12 PM – 10 PM
Sat
12 PM – 10 PM
Sun
Closed
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Tipo 00
★ 4.5 · 3.4k
Italian· A$40–140
Italian cuisine in an intimate, sophisticated laneway locale with an open kitchen and a marble bar.
Mon–Fri
11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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