Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

Name: Lonsdale Street
Address: Melbourne, Australia

#360 among attractions in Melbourne

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Lonsdale Street is a main street and thoroughfare in the city centre of Melbourne, Australia. It runs roughly east–west and was laid out in 1837 as one of Melbourne's original boundaries within the Hoddle Grid. The street extends from Spring Street in the east to Spencer Street in the west. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 37°48'42"S, 144°57'54"E

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City of Melbourne (Melbourne CBD)Melbourne Australia

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Lonsdale Street – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bourke Street Mall, Melbourne Central, Emporium Melbourne, Royal Arcade.

~850 ftS
Shopping, Shopping district, Shopping centre
Bourke Street Mall, Melbourne
5 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...
~730 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Neighbourhood
Melbourne Central, Melbourne
4 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.
~410 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Emporium Melbourne, Melbourne
2 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,...
~1160 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Royal Arcade, Melbourne
6 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.
~590 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Edwardian architecture
Queen Victoria Village, Melbourne
3 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...
~790 ftNW
Cultural hub in 19th-century buildings
State Library of Victoria, Melbourne
4 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.
~1270 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater
The Capitol, Melbourne
7 min walk • The Capitol is an historic theatre on Swanston Street in the central business district of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
~700 ftNW
Tower
Coop's Shot Tower, Melbourne
4 min walk • 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.
~1040 ftNW
Skyscraper
Aurora Melbourne Central, Melbourne
6 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.
~1100 ftN
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.
~580 ftW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
St Francis Church, Melbourne
3 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)

Which popular attractions are close to Lonsdale Street?

Nearby attractions include Curtin House, Melbourne (1 min walk), Rooftop Cinema, Melbourne (1 min walk), Caledonian Lane, Melbourne (2 min walk), St Francis Church, Melbourne (3 min walk).

How to get to Lonsdale Street by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lonsdale Street:

Bus

Melbourne Central/Lonsdale Street • Lines: 200, 207, 250, 251, 303, 350 (1 min walk)
Tattersalls Lane/Lonsdale Street • Lines: 303 (2 min walk)

Tram

Stop 10: Bourke Street Mall • Lines: 1, 16, 16d, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 64, 64d, 67, 67d, 6d, 72 (3 min walk)
Stop 8: Melbourne Central Station • Lines: 1, 16, 16d, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 64, 64d, 67, 67d, 6d, 72 (3 min walk)

Train

Melbourne Central (5 min walk)
Parliament (12 min walk)

Ferry

Port Phillip Ferries (30 min walk)