Manchester Unity Building, Melbourne

Name: Manchester Unity Building
Address: Melbourne, Australia

#169 among attractions in Melbourne

Gothic Revival architecture, Skyscraper

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Facts and practical information

The Manchester Unity Building is an Art Deco Gothic inspired office and retail building in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, constructed in 1931–32 for the Manchester Unity Independent Order of Oddfellows. The soaring stepped corner tower on a prominent intersection opposite the Melbourne Town Hall makes it one of the most prominent and best known buildings in Melbourne. ()

Opened: 1932 (92 years ago)Floors: 12Coordinates: 37°48'55"S, 144°57'58"E

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City of Melbourne (Melbourne CBD)Melbourne Australia

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Day trips

Manchester Unity Building – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bourke Street Mall, Royal Arcade, St Paul's Cathedral, Block Arcade.

~820 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping district, Shopping centre
Bourke Street Mall, Melbourne
4 min walk • Bourke Street Mall is the vibrant heart of Melbourne's bustling shopping district, a pedestrian-only thoroughfare that pulses with the energy of commerce and culture. This iconic strip, situated between Elizabeth Street and Swanston Street, is a prime destination for...
~630 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Royal Arcade, Melbourne
4 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.
~770 ftSE
19th-century, neo-Gothic cathedral
St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne
4 min walk • St Paul's Cathedral stands as a spiritual and architectural landmark in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. This Anglican cathedral, dedicated to the Apostle Paul, is a significant edifice not just for its religious importance but also for its historical...
~590 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Block Arcade, Melbourne
3 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...
~290 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
St. Collins Lane, Melbourne
2 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...
~520 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Cathedral Arcade, Melbourne
3 min walk • Cathedral Arcade is a heritage shopping arcade in Melbourne, Victoria. It forms a short, narrow laneway, connecting Swanston Street to Flinders Lane in the central business district of Melbourne. It is a T-shaped arcade, however one of the laneways terminates inside the building.
~890 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Galleria, Melbourne
5 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.
~660 ftNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Scots' Church, Melbourne
4 min walk • The Scots' Church is a Presbyterian church in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It was the first Presbyterian church to be built in the Port Phillip District and is located on Collins Street. It is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church of Australia and has been described as "an icon for well over a hundred years".
~970 ftSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue
The Forum, Melbourne
5 min walk • Forum Melbourne is a live music, cinema, theatre, and event venue located on the corner of Flinders Street and Russell Street in Melbourne, Australia.
~320 ftNE
City hall, Historical place, Architecture
Melbourne Town Hall, Melbourne
2 min walk • Melbourne Town Hall is the central city town hall of Melbourne, Australia, and is a historic building in the state of Victoria since 1867.
~580 ftW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Little Collins Street, Melbourne
3 min walk • Little Collins Street is a minor street in the central business district of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. The street runs parallel to and to the north of Collins Street and as a narrow one way lane takes on the name of the wider main street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Manchester Unity Building?

Nearby attractions include Howey Place, Melbourne (1 min walk), The Capitol, Melbourne (1 min walk), Larry La Trobe, Melbourne (2 min walk), Melbourne Town Hall, Melbourne (2 min walk).

How to get to Manchester Unity Building by public transport?

The nearest stations to Manchester Unity Building:

Tram

Stop 6: Town Hall • Lines: 109, 109d, 11, 12, 12d, 48, 48d (1 min walk)
Stop 11: City Square, Collins Street • Lines: 1, 16, 16d, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 64, 64d, 67, 67d, 6d, 72 (2 min walk)

Train

Flinders Street (5 min walk)
Melbourne Central (11 min walk)

Bus

Collins Street/Queen Street • Lines: 234, 236, 303 (7 min walk)
Little Collins Street/Queen Street • Lines: 200, 207, 235, 237, 250, 251, 350 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Port Phillip Ferries (30 min walk)