Discover Melbourne

Melbourne is a creative, exciting, ever-changing city with a mixture of style, sport, culture and dining. Discover hidden basements, rooftops and laneways boasting with some of the best restaurants, bars and cafes.

Whether you're an art enthusiast, a shopping addict, or theatre devotee, there is a never-ending list of things to do in our wonderful city. 

Must See Attractions & Landmarks

 

Flight Desk Flight Simulator

Be a captain for the day and get behind the controls of a Jet Airbus 320. View Website

Bounce Essendon Fields

Located in a massive heritage listed aircraft with planes taking off in the background and home to the Super Tramp, Australia’s biggest trampoline. Bounce Essendon Field’s is a fun activity for all ages! View Website

Princess Theatre

Melbourne’s iconic Princess Theatre is regarded by many as Melbourne’s most spectacular landmark.  View Website

Regent Theatre

Magnificently restored theatre that has been part of the Melbourne story since 1929, hosting some of the world’s most renowned theatre productions. View Website

Comedy Theatre

Audiences can enjoy a diverse range of theatre and live entertainment at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre. View Website

National Gallery of Victoria

With some of the world’s finest art collections, National Gallery of Victoria is Australia’s oldest and largest art museum. View Website

Eureka Skydeck 88

Teeter on The Edge, a switchable glass cube that slides you out from the building's 88th floor for unsurpassed views of Melbourne and far beyond. View Website


Federation Square

Hosting world-class events and attractions with an array of specialty stores, restaurants and bars - Federation Square is a unique cultural precinct. View Website


Melbourne Star Observation Wheel

Experience extraordinary views of Melbourne city, from the Southern Hemisphere’s only giant observation wheel. View Website


Flinders Street Station

Australia’s oldest train station and one of Melbourne’s most iconic buildings. View Website

Queen Victoria Market

This Melbourne icon is equal parts historic landmark, tourist attraction, and shopping destination. View Website

Luna Park

A historic amusement park offering 18 rides and attractions, located on the foreshore of St Kilda. View Website

Melbourne Zoo

Enjoy a day of family fun at Australia’s oldest zoo, with more than 320 species of animals. View Website

Werribee Open Range Zoo

Join a wildlife safari, Melbourne style, and spot rhinos, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and monkeys as they roam freely through the grounds of the zoo. View Website

The Clocktower Centre

Formerly known as Essendon Town Hall, The Clocktower has an active program of theatrical performances. View Website

 City Tours & Hidden Gems

 
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Great Ocean Road

No trip to Victoria is complete without a tour of The Great Ocean Road to the spectacular Twelve Apostles. The round trip includes more than 500km of driving, so you don’t want to sacrifice comfort or flexibility. With stunning, winding coastal roads, lovely seaside towns and incredible local wildlife, the journey is as spectacular as the destination. This is a full day of sightseeing along one of Australia’s most iconic coastlines, our expert local knowledge will really make the experience. View Website

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Mornington Peninsula

A great option close to Melbourne for an all-day adventure or half-day getaway. It's a favourite among locals for its wine, produce and miles of stunning coastline. Take a beach walk, feel the sand between your toes, encounter local wildlife... all before lunch. Taste stunning local wines and beer before soaking in the beautiful peninsula hot springs. View Website

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Phillip Island Penguins 

An extremely popular tour is the penguins at Phillip island. This can be half day or full day tour inclusive of a trip to the wildlife park. Every evening at dusk the little penguins come home from the sea, their ritual is to walk along the beach to their home. Where ever you sit underground or in the general viewing you will be able to see the little penguins. View Website

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Yarra Valley Wine Region

Discover the world renowned Australian wine region, just one hour drive from Melbourne. Indulge in some of life’s great pleasures of food, wine and stunning scenery. View Website

 Bars & Restaurants

 
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Longrain

A popular, trendy Southeast Asian restaurant and cocktail bar. 

Address: 40-44 Little Bourke St, Melbourne, VIC 3000

Capacity: 100 

Phone: 03 9653 1600 

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Lucy Liu

Lucy Liu Kitchen and Bar is a Pan-Asian eating & drinking space. Designed to cater for people wanting to share plates and cool drinks in a buzzing, stylish and fun street food environment.

Address: 23 Oliver Ln, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

Capacity: 95

Phone: (03) 9639 5777

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Attica

Multi-award-winning fine dining restaurant, offering modern cuisine in a relaxed environment. 

Address: 74 Glen Eira Rd, Ripponlea, VIC, 3185

Capacity: 130 

Phone: 03 9530 0111 


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Garden State Hotel 

A sprawling four-level pub located in the cosmopolitan heart of Flinders Lane, where outside becomes in and new experiences begin. The Garden Grill offers a casual dining experience perfect for any occasion; from a corporate lunch to a dinner with friends. 

Address: 101 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000

Capacity: 250

Phone: 03 8396 5777 

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Mr McCracken

Mr McCracken is not merely a new age gastro pub in Essendon, they have carefully designed every aspect of their venue, food, wine and cocktails around their customer's experience. 

Address: 1A Larkin Boulevard, Essendon Fields

Capacity: 65

Phone: 03 9379 1812

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Chiba Japanese

Down-to-earth, brightly lit space with streetside seating, for handcrafted sushi, sashimi and mains. 

Address: 41 Hall Street, Moonee Ponds, 3039

Capacity: 80 

Phone: 03 9326 0248 



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IL Parco 

Italian standards and grilled steaks served in a simple, stylish dining room with outdoor seats.

Address: 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC, 3040  

Capacity: 60 

Phone: 03 9351 0750

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Squires Loft

Classic grill house chain serving hearty portions of grass-fed steaks and ribs, plus surf 'n' turf.

Address: 131 Buckley St, Essendon, VIC, 3040

Capacity: 40

Phone: (03) 9331 1230

 Shopping

 

Bourke Street Mall

Explore Melbourne’s most popular shopping hub. Home to two main department stores, David Jones and Myer, as well as the iconic GPO building.

Address: 231 Victoria Rd, Melbourne, VIC, 3078

Chadstone Shopping Centre

Known as the fashion capital of the city, hit the shops at Australia’s largest shopping centre.

Address: 1341 Dandenong Rd, Chadstone, VIC, 3148

Emporium Melbourne

Located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, with 225 stores including fashion, culture, food and art.

Address: 287 Lonsdale St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

Melbourne Central

Explore a diverse shopping and dining destination in the heart of the city, with over 300 retailers.

Address: Cnr La Trobe St &, Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Royal Arcade

Australia’s longest standing arcade and Melbourne’s first, features a collection of quality boutiques and stores.

Address: 335 Bourke St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

Collins Street

Top designers such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, and Tiffany & Co.—among some high-end Australian brands such as Saba, Jan Logan, and Harrolds— all feature on Collins Street, which is renowned for being the premier luxury shopping district in Melbourne.

Address: Collins Street, Melbourne 3000

Albert Park

Enjoy a day at the popular Albert Park just 3km away from the city, offering a variety of activities such as dog walking, jogging, cycling, sailing and rowing. Sporting facilities include a golf driving range, gymnasium and the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre.

Brighton Beach

This beautiful beach is located only 11km from Grand Hyatt Melbourne, and boasts an array of activities and sights along its foreshore.

Carlton Gardens

A World Heritage Site that features flowerbeds, ornamental lakes and elaborate fountains. Carlton Gardens is surrounded by the Royal Exhibition Building, and Melbourne Museum.

Royal Botanical Gardens

Over 38 hectares, Melbourne’s Royal Botanical Gardens house an impressive collection of over 10,000 species of plants from around the world.

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Things To Do at Hyatt hotels in Melbourne

  • Fitness Centre

  • Spa (Park Hyatt Melbourne)

  • Restaurants and Bar

  • Pool (Grand Hyatt Melbourne and Park Hyatt Melbourne)

  • Room Service 

  • Outdoor Tennis Court (Park Hyatt Melbourne and Grand Hyatt Melbourne)

  • Golf Practicing Nets (Grand Hyatt Melbourne)

  • Hotel Shops (Grand Hyatt Melbourne)

  • Burn City Pop Up (Grand Hyatt Melbourne) 

  • High Tea

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