Things to Do in Southbank, Melbourne

Located just 1km south of Melbourne's Central Business District. It offers easy access to the city's attractions.

Arts Centre MelbourneTheater
Melbourne SkydeckObservation Deck
National Gallery of VictoriaArt Gallery

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Top things to do in Southbank

Arts Centre Melbourne
★ 4.7 · 8.2k
Theater★
Prominent performing arts centre with theaters, a concert hall & outdoor arena for various shows.
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Melbourne Skydeck
★ 4.5 · 17.4k
Observation Deck★
Gold-plated observation deck on the 88th floor with panoramic city views & a protruding glass cube.
Every day
12 PM – 9 PM
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National Gallery of Victoria
★ 4.7 · 25.8k
Art Gallery★
Public gallery with vast, varied collection of noted Australian and international art and artefacts.
Every day
10 AM – 5 PM
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Boyd Community Hub
★ 4.7 · 199
Playground
A community hub in Southbank featuring a cafe, library, children's playground, BBQ area, and bookable spaces, set within an open green space.
Mon
10 AM – 7 PM
Tue–Thu
10 AM – 6 PM
Fri
1 PM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 1 PM
Sun
12 PM – 4 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Southbank

Trend Cafe and Restaurant Southbank
★ 4.8 · 868
Coffee Shop· A$20–40
A cafe and restaurant in Melbourne offering breakfast and lunch, known for its homemade dishes and coffee.
Mon
8 AM – 4 PM
Tue–Fri
8 AM – 9 PM
Sat
8 AM – 9 PM
Sun
Closed
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Mr. Summit Cafe City Road
★ 4.8 · 746
Coffee Shop· A$1–20
A cafe offering coffee and a menu, known for its great coffee and good vibes.
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O3 Southbank
★ 4.8 · 532
Café & Bakery· A$1–20
Every day
10 AM – 9 PM
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CIEL Cafe
★ 4.7 · 795
Café & Bakery· A$20–40
A relaxed and stylish cafe in Melbourne known for its brunch options, including Eggs Benedict, French Toast, chilli scrambled eggs, and matcha drinks.
Mon–Fri
8 AM – 4 PM
Sat
8 AM – 4 PM
Sun
8 AM – 6 PM
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Gordon Espresso
★ 4.8 · 329
Café & Bakery· A$20–40
Mon–Fri
7 AM – 3 PM
Sat
8 AM – 2 PM
Sun
Closed
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Hopscotch Melbourne
★ 4.5 · 3.5k
Cocktail Bar· A$20–40
Buzzing riverside brewpub offering creative bar fare, burgers & a nitro ice-cream bar.
Mon–Wed
11 AM – 10 PM
Thu
11 AM – 12 AM
Fri
11 AM – 1 AM
Sat
11 AM – 1 AM
Sun
11 AM – 10 PM
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Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
★ 4.4 · 7.7k
Australian· A$40–60
Eclectic cuisine in a vast, stylish restaurant and bar with charcoal lounges and a mirrored ceiling.
Mon–Thu
8 AM – 12 AM
Fri
8 AM – 3 AM
Sat
8 AM – 3 AM
Sun
8 AM – 12 AM
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Spirit Of Melbourne Cruising Restaurant
★ 4.8 · 993
Restaurant· A$100–200
A river cruise service offering boat cruises on the Yarra River in Melbourne.
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Yarra Botanica
★ 4.5 · 3.0k
Restaurant· A$20–60
A two-level floating bar and eatery on the Yarra River, it offers an all-local lineup of seasonal food and drinks with city views.
Mon–Wed
12 PM – 10 PM
Thu
12 PM – 11 PM
Fri
11:30 AM – 1 AM
Sat
11 AM – 1 AM
Sun
11 AM – 11 PM
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The Meat & Wine Co Southbank
★ 4.4 · 4.5k
Steakhouse· A$60–160
Steaks, ribs & skewers, plus a long wine list, in a sophisticated, Afro-centric chophouse.
Mon–Thu
12 PM – 9:30 PM
Fri
12 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat
12 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun
12 PM – 9:30 PM
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KOMEYUI Japanese Restaurant - Melbourne
★ 4.7 · 1.1k
Japanese· A$200+
Sleek space for upscale traditional cooking presented as a tasting menu or à la carte.
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Southbank Spices
★ 4.9 · 354
Modern Indian· A$20–40
A restaurant known for serving Indian meals with authentic, rich, and balanced flavors in a modern yet welcoming setting.
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