Coop's Shot Tower, Melbourne

Name: Coop's Shot Tower
Address: Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Australia
Telephone: +61 3 9922 1122

#242 among attractions in Melbourne

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Facts and practical information

Coop's Shot Tower is a shot tower located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, Australia. It was completed in 1889 and is 50 metres high. The historic building was saved from demolition in 1973 and was incorporated into Melbourne Central complex in 1991 underneath an 84 m-high conical glass roof. ()

Completed: 21 June 1889 (135 years ago)Height: 164 ftCoordinates: 37°48'38"S, 144°57'47"E

Address

Lonsdale StreetCity of Melbourne (Melbourne CBD)Melbourne Australia

Contact

+61 3 9922 1122

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Day trips

Coop's Shot Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Melbourne Central, Emporium Melbourne, Queen Victoria Village, Old Melbourne Gaol.

~40 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Neighbourhood
Melbourne Central, Melbourne
1 min walk • Melbourne Central is a vibrant and expansive shopping centre nestled in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. This architectural marvel is not just a shopping destination but a cultural hub that reflects the city's dynamic spirit.
~750 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Emporium Melbourne, Melbourne
4 min walk • Emporium Melbourne is a contemporary beacon of style and sophistication in the heart of Australia’s fashion capital, Melbourne. Nestled amidst the bustling cityscape on Lonsdale Street, this premier shopping centre is a mecca for fashionistas, food connoisseurs,...
~870 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Edwardian architecture
Queen Victoria Village, Melbourne
5 min walk • Queen Victoria Village, more commonly known as QV Melbourne, is a prominent shopping and lifestyle precinct nestled in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. This urban village is a blend of retail, dining, and leisure, offering a diverse experience to locals and tourists...
~1140 ftNE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Old Melbourne Gaol, Melbourne
6 min walk • Steeped in history and shrouded in mystery, the Old Melbourne Gaol stands as a stark reminder of Australia's colonial past. Situated in the heart of the city of Melbourne, this bluestone building once functioned as a prison, holding and executing some of Australia's...
~810 ftN
Universities and schools, Shopping, Bookshop
RMIT Melbourne City campus, Melbourne
4 min walk • The Melbourne City campus of the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology is located in the city centre of Melbourne in Victoria, Australia. It is sometimes referred to as "RMIT City" and the "RMIT Quarter" of the city in the media.
~1130 ftN
37°48'27"S • 144°57'47"E
Hardrock, Melbourne
6 min walk • Climbing, Game and entertainment center
~140 ftN
Cultural hub in 19th-century buildings
State Library of Victoria, Melbourne
1 min walk • The State Library Victoria is the main library of the Australian state of Victoria. Located in Melbourne, it was established in 1854 as the Melbourne Public Library, making it Australia's oldest public library and one of the first free libraries in the world.
~760 ftW
Postmodern architecture
Argus Centre, Melbourne
4 min walk • The Argus Centre is a postmodernist highrise office building situated on the corner of La Trobe Street and Elizabeth Street, Melbourne. It was designed by architect Nonda Katsalidis whilst he was a director of AXIA Pty Ltd for client Ryssal Three.
~360 ftNW
Skyscraper
Aurora Melbourne Central, Melbourne
2 min walk • Aurora Melbourne Central is a 270.5-metre high residential skyscraper in Melbourne, Australia. It is Melbourne's third-tallest building and the fifth tallest building in Australia.
~1090 ftNE
Gothic Revival architecture
Former Melbourne Magistrates' Court, Melbourne
6 min walk • The Former Melbourne Magistrates' Court was the original home of Melbourne's City Court and District Court, as well as their emergency court.
~360 ftS
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
St Francis Church, Melbourne
2 min walk • St Francis' Church on the corner of Lonsdale Street and Elizabeth Street, is the oldest Catholic church in Victoria, Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Coop's Shot Tower open?

Coop's Shot Tower is open:

Monday 10 am - 7 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 7 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 7 pm
Thursday 10 am - 9 pm
Friday 10 am - 9 pm
Saturday 10 am - 7 pm
Sunday 10 am - 7 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Coop's Shot Tower?

Nearby attractions include Melbourne Central, Melbourne (1 min walk), State Library of Victoria, Melbourne (1 min walk), Aurora Melbourne Central, Melbourne (2 min walk), St Francis Church, Melbourne (2 min walk).

How to get to Coop's Shot Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Coop's Shot Tower:

Train

Melbourne Central (2 min walk)
Flagstaff (10 min walk)

Tram

Stop 8: Melbourne Central Station • Lines: 1, 16, 16d, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 64, 64d, 67, 67d, 6d, 72 (2 min walk)
Stop 6: Melbourne Central Station, Swanston Street • Lines: 30, 30d, 35 (2 min walk)

Bus

Melbourne Central/Lonsdale Street • Lines: 200, 207, 250, 251, 303, 350 (3 min walk)
Tattersalls Lane/Lonsdale Street • Lines: 303 (4 min walk)

Ferry

Port Phillip Ferries (28 min walk)