Immigration Museum, Melbourne

Name: Immigration Museum
Address: 400 Flinders St, Melbourne, 3000, Australia
Telephone: +61 131102

#103 among attractions in Melbourne

Museum, History museum

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Facts and practical information

The Immigration Museum is a museum primarily displaying Australia's immigration history. It is located on Flinders Street in Melbourne, Victoria, in the Old Customs House. The building occupies the site of one of the first buildings in the city, Fawkner's Hotel, built in 1835 by John Pascoe Fawkner, one of the founders of Melbourne. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1998 (26 years ago)Coordinates: 37°49'9"S, 144°57'36"E

Address

400 Flinders StCity of Melbourne (Melbourne CBD)Melbourne 3000 Australia

Contact

+61 131102

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Day trips

Immigration Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Collins Street, Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, Royal Arcade, Block Arcade.

~1060 ftNE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Collins Street, Melbourne
6 min walk • Collins Street, a prestigious boulevard in the heart of Melbourne, Australia, is renowned for its high-end shopping and sophisticated charm. This iconic thoroughfare stretches through Melbourne's central business district, flanked by historic architecture and modern...
~820 ftSW
Exotic marine life and hands-on programs
Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, Melbourne
4 min walk • The Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium is a vibrant marine sanctuary nestled in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. This aquatic zoo is a haven for a wide array of marine life, showcasing everything from the majestic king penguins to the awe-inspiring sharks that glide through...
~1980 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Royal Arcade, Melbourne
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Melbourne, the Royal Arcade is a historic shopping centre that exudes Victorian charm. Established in 1870, this architectural gem serves as a grand testament to Melbourne's rich cultural heritage.
~1670 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Block Arcade, Melbourne
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Melbourne, Australia, the Block Arcade stands as a testament to the city's rich architectural heritage and bustling commercial spirit. This elegant shopping centre, with its mosaic-tiled floors and ornate glass canopy, transports visitors to the...
~1650 ftSE
Skyscraper, Observation decks and towers, View point
Eureka Skydeck 88, Melbourne
8 min walk • Rising above the bustling cityscape of Melbourne, Australia, the Eureka Skydeck 88 is a towering testament to modern architecture and design. Located in the Eureka Tower, a skyscraper that pierces the sky at a staggering height of 297 meters, the Skydeck 88 is named...
~1990 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
St. Collins Lane, Melbourne
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Melbourne, St. Collins Lane is a premier shopping destination that offers a blend of international and local retail experiences. This sophisticated shopping centre, located at 260 Collins Street, is a vibrant part of the city’s bustling retail...
~850 ftSE
Bridge
Sandridge Bridge, Melbourne
5 min walk • Spanning the Yarra River, the Sandridge Bridge serves as a historical and cultural landmark in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. Not merely a crossing point, this bridge is a testament to the city's rich heritage and its evolution from a bustling port to a modern...
~1560 ftS
Hotel, entertainment and casino complex
Crown Melbourne, Melbourne
8 min walk • Crown Melbourne is a casino and resort located on the south bank of the Yarra River, in Melbourne, Australia. Crown Casino is a unit of Crown Limited, and the first casino of the now-international Crown brand.
~580 ftW
Skyscraper, Hotel
Rialto Towers, Melbourne
3 min walk • Rialto is a skyscraper located at 525 Collins Street, in the western side of the central business district of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It was the tallest office building in the Southern Hemisphere when it was constructed.
~1760 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Galleria, Melbourne
9 min walk • 385 Bourke Street is a high-rise office building located in Melbourne, Australia. It is the former head office of the State Bank of Victoria and Commonwealth Bank of Australia.
~1240 ftSW
Bridge
King Street Bridge, Melbourne
6 min walk • The King Street Bridge carries King Street over the Yarra River in Melbourne, Australia. The bridge continues south as an elevated viaduct, with the Crown Casino built around it in later years.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Immigration Museum open?

Immigration Museum is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Immigration Museum?

Nearby attractions include Flinders Street Viaduct, Melbourne (2 min walk), Museum of Modern Art Australia, Melbourne (3 min walk), Rialto Towers, Melbourne (3 min walk), Queens Bridge, Melbourne (4 min walk).

How to get to Immigration Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Immigration Museum:

Bus

Flinders Street/Queens Bridge Street • Lines: 234, 236 (2 min walk)
Market Street/Flinders Street • Lines: 605 (3 min walk)

Tram

Stop 1: Flinders Street • Lines: 58, 58d (2 min walk)
Stop 3: Market Street • Lines: 35, 70, 70d, 75 (3 min walk)

Train

Flinders Street (11 min walk)
Southern Cross (11 min walk)

Ferry

Port Phillip Ferries (22 min walk)