Medley Hall, Melbourne

#699 among attractions in Melbourne

Victorian architecture, Italianate architecture

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Medley Hall is the smallest residential college of the University of Melbourne in Australia. Established in 1954, it is situated on 48 Drummond St in Carlton, Victoria, away from other residential colleges in Parkville. It is home to approximately 60 students from around Australia and overseas. Medley Hall was named in honour of Sir John Dudley Gibbs Medley, a previous Vice Chancellor of the University of Melbourne. ()

Architectural style: Renaissance revivalCoordinates: 37°48'21"S, 144°58'5"E

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City of Melbourne (Carlton)Melbourne Australia

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Medley Hall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Melbourne Central, Melbourne Museum, Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens.

0.4 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Neighbourhood
Melbourne Central, Melbourne
11 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.
~1470 ftNE
Natural history and cultural collections
Melbourne Museum, Melbourne
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Melbourne, Australia, the Melbourne Museum stands as a contemporary beacon of knowledge and culture. This state-of-the-art museum, inaugurated in 2000, is renowned for its diverse collection that spans across natural history, culture,...
~950 ftNE
Iconic Victorian centre for events
Royal Exhibition Building, Melbourne
5 min walk • The Royal Exhibition Building is a cherished architectural masterpiece nestled in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. A testament to the flourishing period of the late 19th century, this World Heritage-listed site stands as a historical beacon of the city's cultural...
~1280 ftNE
Historic Victorian-era park with museums
Carlton Gardens, Melbourne
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Melbourne, Carlton Gardens is an urban sanctuary that spans 26 hectares and is renowned for its Victorian-era landscaping, majestic trees, and stunning floral displays. This verdant park, a World Heritage Site, is not just a place for leisure...
~1700 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre, Edwardian architecture
Queen Victoria Village, Melbourne
9 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...
~1130 ftSW
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...
~1760 ftSW
Universities and schools, Shopping, Bookshop
RMIT Melbourne City campus, Melbourne
9 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.
~1550 ftW
Museum, Postmodern architecture
RMIT Design Hub, Melbourne
8 min walk • The RMIT Design Hub is a design hub that houses research, archive, exhibition and studio space of the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology in Melbourne, Australia. Completed in May 2012 the Design Hub was designed by Sean Godsell Architects in association with Peddle Thorp Architects.
~1440 ftW
Shopping, Shopping district
Swanston Street, Melbourne
7 min walk • Swanston Street is a major thoroughfare in the centre of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is one of the main streets of the Melbourne central business district and was laid out in 1837 as part of the original Hoddle Grid.
~1560 ftSW
37°48'27"S • 144°57'47"E
Hardrock, Melbourne
8 min walk • Climbing, Game and entertainment center
~1510 ftW
Baths, Sport venue, Sport
City Baths, Melbourne
8 min walk • The City Baths, located at 420 Swanston Street, Melbourne, Australia, opened in 1904 as public baths, with swimming pools and bathing facilities. Extensively renovated in the early 1980s, it is now considered one of Melbourne's most architecturally and historically significant buildings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Medley Hall?

Nearby attractions include Lygon Street Christian Chapel, Melbourne (3 min walk), Victorian Trades Hall, Melbourne (3 min walk), Emily McPherson College of Domestic Economy, Melbourne (4 min walk), Royal Exhibition Building, Melbourne (5 min walk).

How to get to Medley Hall by public transport?

The nearest stations to Medley Hall:

Bus

Victoria Street/Rathdowne Street • Lines: 250, 251, 402 (3 min walk)
Exhibition Building/Rathdowne Street • Lines: 250, 251, 402 (3 min walk)

Tram

Stop 8: Exhibition Street • Lines: 30, 30d, 35 (5 min walk)
Stop 9: Victoria Street • Lines: 30, 35 (5 min walk)

Train

Melbourne Central (11 min walk)
Parliament (12 min walk)