Batman's Hill, Melbourne

#684 among attractions in Melbourne

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Facts and practical information

Batman's Hill in Melbourne, Australia was named for the Vandemonian adventurer and grazier John Batman. Now removed, the 18-metre-high hill was located to the south of today's Collins Street and Southern Cross railway station, and is the site of a steel marker the same height as the original hill. ()

Coordinates: 37°49'12"S, 144°57'11"E

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City of Melbourne (Docklands)Melbourne Australia

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Batman's Hill – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Collins Street, Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, DFO South Wharf, Etihad Stadium.

0.6 miE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Collins Street, Melbourne
15 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...
~1450 ftE
Exotic marine life and hands-on programs
Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, Melbourne
7 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...
~1890 ftSW
37°49'29"S • 144°56'60"E
DFO South Wharf, Melbourne
10 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre, Outlet mall
~1910 ftNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Etihad Stadium, Melbourne
10 min walk • Docklands Stadium, also currently known by naming rights sponsorship as Marvel Stadium, is a multi-purpose sports and entertainment stadium in the Docklands area of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
0.4 miSE
Hotel, entertainment and casino complex
Crown Melbourne, Melbourne
11 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.
~1480 ftE
Skyscraper, Hotel
Rialto Towers, Melbourne
8 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.
~1380 ftSE
Bridge
Spencer Street Bridge, Melbourne
7 min walk • The Spencer Street Bridge is a road and tram bridge over the Yarra River in Melbourne, Australia. It connects Spencer Street on the north bank with Clarendon Street on the south. The idea of a bridge at this point was first put forward in the mid-1800s. The design of the bridge was a public competition won by Messrs.
~1620 ftSE
Bridge
King Street Bridge, Melbourne
8 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.
~770 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum
Victoria Police Museum, Melbourne
4 min walk • The Victoria Police Museum is a law enforcement museum operated by the Historical Services Unit within the Media and Corporate Communications Department of Victoria Police. It is open to the public and is located in the mezzanine of the WTC Wharf building in the city of Melbourne, Australia.
0.4 miE
Multimedia exhibits, a cafe and gift shop
Immigration Museum, Melbourne
10 min walk • 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.
0.4 miE
Bridge
Queens Bridge, Melbourne
12 min walk • The Queen's Bridge is a historic road bridge over the Yarra River in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. The bridge was built in 1889 and has five wrought iron plate girder spans, and is listed on the Victorian Heritage Register.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Batman's Hill?

Nearby attractions include 67 Spencer Street, Melbourne (2 min walk), 568 Collins Street, Melbourne (3 min walk), Victoria Police Museum, Melbourne (4 min walk), Premier Tower, Melbourne (5 min walk).

How to get to Batman's Hill by public transport?

The nearest stations to Batman's Hill:

Tram

Stop D14: Southern Cross Station • Lines: 11, 48, 48d (2 min walk)
Stop D6: Flinders Street West • Lines: 35, 70, 70d, 75 (3 min walk)

Bus

Southern Cross Station • Lines: 235, 237 (2 min walk)
Southern Cross Coach Terminal • Lines: SkyBus (8 min walk)

Train

Southern Cross (4 min walk)
Flagstaff (15 min walk)

Ferry

Port Phillip Ferries (13 min walk)