Explore what Melbourne has to offer! There’s always somewhere to go, something to do, and something going on!
We’ve listed down just a few of those places for you to discover and enjoy during your time with us at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf. If you’re here for business or pleasure, Melbourne is full of some beautiful and exciting spots and that make it special.
The Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre is known as the largest convention and exhibition venue in Australia and one of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. A whopping 70,000sqm and holds a plethora of events throughout the year.
Distance from Novotel Melbourne South Wharf: 1-min walk
With over 180 Australian and International brands to choose from and all stores offering largely discounted items, it is a shopper’s dream. Complete with dining on the ground floor as well as cafes, restaurants and pubs along the South Wharf Promenade.
Distance from Novotel Melbourne South Wharf: 2-min walk
Opened in 1867, South Melbourne Market and is Melbourne’s longest continually running market. Open on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, South Melbourne Market is comprised of over 150 stalls full of produce, fashion, wellness, home and living and so much more, there’s so much to see (and try) at South Melbourne Market!
Distance from Novotel Melbourne South Wharf: 6-min by car, 16-min by public transportation
Penguins, sharks, jellyfish, crocodiles and so much more when you enter the award-winning Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium. Get up close and personal with some of the amazing hundreds of marine and freshwater creatures, including a now grown-up Pesto the Penguin!
Distance from Novotel Melbourne South Wharf: 7-min by car, 16-min walk
The Royal Botanic Gardens have been around for almost 180 years, and this has been of huge part of Melbourne’s history and beauty. Not only is it an iconic landmark, but it is also home to over 8,000 species from all over the world! Complete with shops, restaurants and so much more, you can spend an entire day exploring.
Distance from Novotel Melbourne South Wharf: 9-min by car, 40-min by public transport
The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is the oldest and most visited museum in Australia. With a collection of over 70,000 pieces that span era, styles and disciplines. With both free and paid collections, the NGV is accessible to all.
Distance from Novotel Melbourne South Wharf: 30-min by public transport
Get an interrupted view of the gorgeous Melbourne Skyline and the Yarra River when you take a ride on the Skyline Melbourne and see the city like never before. After you get off the Skyline, you can even enjoy a round of mini golf or grab some food at Melbourne Social to make the day!
Distance from Novotel Melbourne South Wharf: 10-min walk
