Shrine of Remembrance
Sovereign Hill
Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne Tram: 3, 3a, 5, 6, 8,16, 64, 67 or 72 to stop 19 Open daily: 10am to 5pm t 9661 8100 w shrine.org.au
Bradshaw Street, Ballarat 24 D1 V/Line Train: Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Open daily: 10am to 5pm t 5337 1199 w sovereignhill.com.au
Explore Melbourne’s iconic landmark. A building with a soul. Renowned for its architecture, the Shrine is set in an elevated position providing unrivalled, panoramic views of Melbourne. Guided tours depart daily from the Visitor Centre at 11am and 2pm, providing a unique insight into the Sanctuary, Crypt and Galleries of Remembrance. 23 C5
Chadstone Shopping Centre
Discover the largest shopping centre in Australia. Explore close to 500 stores, 50 Australian and International designer boutiques plus 16 world-class luxury brands. Travel on the free Fashion Shuttle, departs daily, on the hour from Federation Square.
1341 Dandenong Road, 28 F8 Chadstone Bus: Free Fashion Shuttle pick-up, 28 D7 corner Flinders & Russell Street Open: see website for details w chadstone.com.au
Queen Victoria Market
Eat, shop and explore your way through our iconic food halls and heritage sheds. Discover our huge range of fashion, souvenirs and unique Australian products. Corner Elizabeth & 34 A5 Victoria Streets, Melbourne Train: Melbourne Central or Flagstaff Station Tram: 19, 57 or 59 to stop 7 and 55 to stop 9 Bus: Melbourne Visitor Shuttle to stop 8 Open: Tue & Thu, 6am to 2pm; Fri, 6am to 5pm; Sat, 6am to 3pm and Sun, 9am to 4pm t 9320 5822 w qvm.com.au
Sovereign Hill brings to life the colour and excitement of Australia’s 1850s gold rush. An internationally acclaimed tourist attraction, Sovereign Hill provides a full day’s entertainment, there’s real gold to be panned in the creek, an underground gold mine, goldfields shops, traditional trades in action and much more.
City Hatters
Established in 1910, City Hatters offers the finest selection of hats and caps from around the world including Stetson, Christys, Bailey, Kangol, Brixton, Hills and of course the iconic Australian made Akubra. We also have the broadest range of hand woven Panama’s anywhere to be found. Open 7 days a week. 211 Flinders Street, Melbourne 29 D6 Train: Flinders Street Station Tram: 35 (free City Circle), 70, 75 to stop 5 Open: Mon–Fri, 9.30am to 6pm; Sat, 9am to 5pm and Sun, 10am to 4pm t 9614 3294 w city.com.au
Rutherford Fine Jewellery & Pearls
Established in 1952, the Rutherford family showcase the largest collection of Australian pearls, antique jewellery and silver in Melbourne. 182 & 174 Collins Street
35 C6
Shop 17, The Block Arcade, 35 C6 Melbourne Tram: 11, 12, 48 or 109 to stop 6 and 1–8, 16, 64, 67 or 72 to stop 11 Train: Flinders Street Station Open: Mon–Fri, 10am to 5.30pm and Sat, 10am to 5pm t 9650 7878 w rutherford.com.au