Melbourne By Night
Melbourne at Night
Melbourne really shines at night, as restaurants and bars fill up with locals and tourists looking to enjoy everything the city has to offer. Regardless of whether you’re looking for a quiet drink or a crazy night on the dance floor, rest assured Melbourne has your party. Different districts and neighborhoods are known for their own particular vibe, so read on to find out where to look for the kind of nightlife you’re after. Many lie within Melbourne’s Central Business District, easily accessed by the city’s extensive tram system. The inner suburbs also boast their fare share of nightlife.
One of the best ways to explore Melbourne’s nightlife is through its music scene. Any number of clubs and venues deal up great tunes night after night, from classical to contemporary and everything in between. In particular, Bennetts Lane is well regarded for its jazz scene, with smaller venues offering performances for a small cover charge. If you’re looking for rock and roll, bayside St. Kilda (about 7kms from the CBD) has been home to Melbourne’s scene for more than 30 years. Brunswick Street is also popular for rock.
For dancing and nightclubs, check out King Street. Numerous clubs run down the street. This is also the home of Victoria University’s City King St campus, so you’re likely to see large groups of college students roaming around, giving this part of a town a young, hip feel. If you want to fit right in, hop on the dance floor and start working the Melbourne Shuffle, made famous in the 1980’s.
You could also make your way down to the Crown Casino on the South Bank of the Yarra River. The casino lights up at night as high-rollers and budget players crowd around blackjack, roulette, and craps tables and enjoy the exciting action. The Crown is conveniently located in the South Bank Promenade. Even apart from the casino, this area boasts great bars and restaurants.
The martini set will want to drink on Chapel Street, particularly between Toorak and Dandenong. On Friday and Saturday nights, the streets and sidewalks are jam packed with revelers. This is the trendiest area in all of Melbourne, so make sure to dress the part. Many clubs enforce strict dress codes, and you don’t want to be the one person in your party left at the door!
Melbourne certainly has a wide enough array of nightlife to keep you busy for your entire stay. Take the time to check out scenes you might otherwise skip. With its unique mix of different offerings, you’ll find yourself in places you never imagined before.
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