East Melbourne Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Melbourne Cricket Ground
Catch an event at Melbourne Cricket Ground during your trip to Melbourne. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Fitzroy Gardens
Fitzroy Gardens is just one of the places to see in Melbourne, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and lively bars in this vibrant area.
Treasury Gardens
Treasury Gardens is just one of the places to see in Melbourne, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
St Patrick's Cathedral
St Patrick's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Melbourne, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Cooks Cottage
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cooks Cottage in Melbourne. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Crown Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Crown Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Melbourne? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in East Melbourne
Park Hyatt Melbourne
"A beautiful hotel to spend days exploring the sights and shopping of Melbourne City. Beautifully appointed amenities, a gorgeous room, amazing views and very helpful staff.. will definitely stay again and highly recommend the hotel for a girls three day weekend! Just beautiful!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Pullman Melbourne on the Park
"Such a convenient close stay for the tennis centre events, we were going to a concert at Margaret Court Arena. Just a short 10 minute walk. The room was clean and we had a lovely buffet breakfast the following day."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Langham, Melbourne
"Excellent hotel, perfectly located and the staff were top notch. Didn't eat at the hotel as it was not good value. Had a look at the buffet at their Melba restaurant but at A$120pp decided to eat elsewhere."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
ibis Melbourne Central
"Good location."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne
"Great location, clean & tidy, reception staff very polite & friendly"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Rydges Melbourne
"Had a lovely stay at Rydges. Clean and extremely well located. Didn’t love the pillows or bed, but it was ok."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in East Melbourne
Melbourne Central Business District
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Melbourne Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Melbourne Central and Collins Street, and jump on the metro at Melbourne Central Station or Flagstaff Station to see more of the city.
Southbank
Are you interested in stunning river views, first-class casinos and popular shops? A visit to Southbank might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Crown Casino and Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA).
Docklands
Travellers come to Docklands for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marvel Stadium and Collins Street while you're in town.
Melbourne Airport
Melbourne Airport is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to URBNSURF Sports Park or Woodlands Historic Park.
Sorrento
Sorrento is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sorrento Front Beach and Searoad Ferry Terminal.
