Arts Centre Melbourne
The land on which the Melbourne Arts Precinct and Arts Centre Melbourne has long been a place of gathering, storytelling, song, ceremony, celebration and commemoration for First Nations people.
The People of the Kulin Nations have gathered on the site for thousands of years and continue to do so today. Sitting beneath our iconic Spire, we're Australia's largest and busiest performing arts centre.In fact, as a cultural and architectural landmark in our nation's cultural capital, the venue has showcased the best of Australian and international performing arts for over 30 years.
The Pavilion Room
Most popular of all of Arts Centre Melbourne’s event spaces, The Pavilion features a spectacular domed ceiling, floor-to-ceiling windows, gold leaf interiors and an outdoor wraparound balcony.
The Pavilion boasts magnificent views over the Yarra River towards Melbourne’s city centre. Located in the Theatres Building, this spacious light-filled space features a range of woven tapestries from the Victorian Tapestry Workshop.
National Gallery of Victoria
The National Gallery of Victoria, popularly known as the NGV, is an art museum in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Founded in 1861, it is Australia's oldest, largest and most visited art museum.
The Garden Restaurant
The Garden Restaurant overlooks the sculpture and elegant landscaping of the Grollo Equiset Garden. With dramatic windows on three sides and bathed in natural light, the restaurant setting is relaxed and elegant. The Garden Restaurant is a quiet oasis within Melbourne’s cultural precinct, and a premier venue for the cocktail function.
Getting There
Train: The closest train station is Flinders Street Station and is a 3 minute walk to the Arts Centre Melbourne.
Tram: Trams that stop in front of the Arts Centre Melbourne (stop 14) are 3, 3a, 5, 6, 8, 16, 64, 67 and 72.
For either of these transport options you will require a Myki card which can be purchased from all 7-Eleven stores or Myki machines at selected stations and stops. To view timetables or find more about public transport options, check out the Public Transport Victoria website.
The National Gallery of Victoria is a short 3 minute walk from the Arts Centre Melbourne.
Car Parking
Arts Centre Melbourne has a car park onsite and is the closest parking option.
Day rates:
Enter before 10.00am and exit before 6.30pm - $17.00
Enter before 10.00am and exit before 7.00pm - $35.00
Daily Maximum - $55.00
Lost Ticket - $55.00
*Rates subject to change