Things to Do in East Melbourne, Melbourne An affluent, early Melbourne suburb with some of the city's oldest Victorian homes and gardens. It contains the Parliament of Victoria, St Patrick's Cathedral, and the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Yarra Park.
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St Patrick’s Cathedral ★ 4.7 · 4.3k
Imposing 1800s Gothic Revival–style cathedral, known for its unique bells and ornate stained glass.
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 6 PM
Sat 7 AM – 7 PM
Sun 7 AM – 7 PM
Old Treasury Building and Gold Museum ★ 4.6 · 1.6k
A 19th-century building with a museum showcasing the history of Melbourne & Victoria.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 4 PM
Sat Closed
Sun 10 AM – 4 PM
Fitzroy Gardens and Conservatory ★ 4.7 · 7.1k
Historic 26-hectare site in city centre with model Tudor village, tree-lined walking paths & cafes.
Every day 12 AM – 12 AM Where to eat & drink in East Melbourne
Roccella ★ 4.8 · 3.1k· A$20–60
All-day Italian dining, plus booze & gelato cakes, in a laid-back fixture also selling deli items.
Mon–Thu 8 AM – 8:30 PM
Fri 8 AM – 9 PM
Sat 8 AM – 9 PM
Sun 8 AM – 8:30 PM
The Tippler & Co. ★ 4.7 · 590· A$40–60
European-inspired dining & old-school hospitality across charming restaurant spaces.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 5 PM – 11 PM
Sat 5 PM – 11 PM
Sun Closed
City Wine Shop ★ 4.4 · 646· $$
Wine store with a vast, global selection & chic cafe serving contemporary small plates & mains.
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 11 PM
Fri 12 PM – 12 AM
Sat 12 PM – 12 AM
Sun 12 PM – 11 PM
Square & Compass ★ 4.5 · 897· A$20–40
Roomy, sleek Australian cafe with a streetside patio, making modern brunch fare & specialty coffee.
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 3 PM
Sat 8 AM – 2 PM
Sun 8 AM – 2 PM
Bedggood & Co. ★ 4.5 · 545· A$20–40
Streamlined, light-filled eatery featuring morning & midday menus, plus baked goods & coffee.
Mon–Fri 7 AM – 3 PM
Sat 8 AM – 3 PM
Sun 8 AM – 3 PM
Geppetto Trattoria ★ 4.7 · 739· A$40–120
Rustic Italian food prepared in a quaint establishment with white tablecloths & warm lighting.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
Sat 5:30 PM – 10 PM
Sun Closed
Route 66 Bar and Grill ★ 4.6 · 494· A$20–40 per person
An American bar and grill in Melbourne, it offers burgers, steaks, wraps, and salads, complemented by classic beer, wine, and spirits.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sat 11:30 AM – 10 PM
Sun 11:30 AM – 10 PM Planning time in East Melbourne?
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1 St Patrick’s Cathedral 2 Roccella 3 The Tippler & Co. 4 Old Treasury Building and Gold Museum 5 Fitzroy Gardens and Conservatory 6 City Wine Shop 7 Square & Compass 8 Bedggood & Co. 9 Geppetto Trattoria 10 Route 66 Bar and Grill Ready to plan East Melbourne? Turn these East Melbourne picks into a day-by-day Melbourne plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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