South Melbourne, Melbourne: Things to Do & Map

A mix of heritage architecture and modern amenities, with the South Melbourne Market serving as a central hub for fresh produce and gourmet food.

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By TripSapien · Updated October 13, 2026

Top things to do in South Melbourne

Bass Centre
★ 5.0 · 1.9k
Record Store
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 5 PM
Sat
10 AM – 4 PM
Sun
Closed
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South Melbourne Market
★ 4.6 · 22.6k
Market
Lively indoor market with stalls for produce, meat & seafood & cafes serving global fare.
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed
8 AM – 4 PM
Thu
Closed
Fri
8 AM – 5 PM
Sat
8 AM – 4 PM
Sun
8 AM – 4 PM
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Lana Berg
Boutique
A Melbourne boutique and online store, this shop offers high-quality garments, accessories, shoes, coats, dresses, blouses, and other fashion items.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 4:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 4 PM
Sun
Closed
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Nest
Home Goods
A homewares store offering a curated selection of linen, fragrance, clothing, jewelry, and home products like oil burners and incense burners.
Mon–Fri
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sun
9:30 AM – 5 PM
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Coventry Bookstore
★ 4.7 · 131
Bookstore
A quaint and cozy bookstore near South Melbourne Market, known for its variety of genres, new releases, and handwritten book recommendations.
Mon–Fri
9:30 AM – 5 PM
Sat
9 AM – 5 PM
Sun
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
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Where to eat & drink in South Melbourne

Betty's Burgers
★ 4.8 · 1.6k
Burgers· A$20–40
Every day
11 AM – 9 PM
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The Palace Hotel
★ 4.6 · 868
Beer Garden· A$20–40
Unpretentious bare-brick pub with a beer garden and keg stools, for craft ales and pub food.
Mon
Closed
Tue
11:45 AM – 10 PM
Wed–Fri
11:45 AM – 11 PM
Sat
11:45 AM – 11 PM
Sun
11:45 AM – 10 PM
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Streetdogz Melbourne
★ 4.8 · 1.1k
Hot Dogs· A$20–40
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
5 PM – 10 PM
Sat
2 PM – 10 PM
Sun
2 PM – 10 PM
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Rising Sun Hotel South Melbourne
★ 4.5 · 1.1k
Sports Bar· A$20–40
Old-school watering hole with a lively sports bar, offering gourmet bistro dining, plus live jazz.
Every day
11 AM – 1 AM
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tasteport
★ 5.0 · 209
Greek· A$20–40
Mon
Closed
Tue
10 AM – 4 PM
Wed–Fri
7:30 AM – 4 PM
Sat
7:30 AM – 4 PM
Sun
7:30 AM – 4 PM
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Peko Peko
★ 4.5 · 1.5k
Taiwanese· A$20–40
Chilli chicken, dumplings, noodles and bento boxes at a lively Taiwanese cafe with dark wood decor.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
11:30 AM – 4 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
Sat
12 PM – 4 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
Sun
Closed
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Alumbra Saturdays
★ 4.4 · 540
Nightclub· A$20–80
A dance and nightclub located in South Melbourne.
Mon–Fri
Closed
Sat
9 PM – 4 AM
Sun
Closed
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Emerald Hotel
★ 4.6 · 780
Live Music· A$20–100
Laid-back, family-run tavern with a smart bistro and a courtyard, plus live music and sports.
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 10 PM
Fri
11 AM – 11:45 PM
Sat
11 AM – 11:45 PM
Sun
11 AM – 11 PM
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Lamaro’s
★ 4.6 · 1.0k
Gastropub· A$40–120
Classy bistro plating Modern European meals in a bright setting, featuring a luxe marble bar.
Mon–Fri
12 PM – 12 AM
Sat
12 PM – 12 AM
Sun
12 PM – 11 PM
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Market Lane Coffee
★ 4.3 · 238
Coffee Shop· A$1–20
A specialty coffee shop in Melbourne known for its single-origin coffees, blends, cold brew, iced lattes, flat whites, and pastries like Cinnabon.
Mon–Tue
7 AM – 3 PM
Wed
7 AM – 4 PM
Thu
7 AM – 3 PM
Fri
7 AM – 4 PM
Sat
7 AM – 4 PM
Sun
8 AM – 4 PM
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Bellota Wine Bar
★ 4.5 · 350
Wine Bar· A$60–140
Choice Italian meals, plus oysters, cheese and charcuterie, in a chic bistro with a European vibe.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
12 PM – 11 PM
Sat
12 PM – 11 PM
Sun
Closed
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