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CITY CENTRE. A dizzying array of first class restaurants, charming cafes, shops, art galleries, museums and theatres...

CITY CENTRE. A dizzying array of first class restaurants, charming cafes, shops, art galleries, museums and theatres greet visitors to the Swanston Street area, home of the Bourke Street Mall. The small area between Swanston and Elizabeth Streets is the actual area that's known as the Bourke Street Mall proper. Although small in size, it's long been seen as the epicenter of Melbourne shopping. The city's two major department stores reside here as well as an assortment of boutique shops and chain stores. The mall area is car-free, but watch out for the trams that run through the centre.

CITY CENTRE. Impressive Victorian architecture defines this attractive shopping plaza in Melbourne's south end. Mosaic...

CITY CENTRE. Impressive Victorian architecture defines this attractive shopping plaza in Melbourne's south end. Mosaic tiling, decorative wrought iron, timber work and a glass roof make this structure stand out. The arcade is accessible via Collins Street and Little Collins Street, an area that includes charming coffee shops and trendy cafes. The arcade houses more than 30 shops and the popular Hopetoun Tearooms.

CITY CENTRE. Historic Royal Arcade, constructed in 1869, runs from Little Collins Street to the Bourke Street Mall and...

CITY CENTRE. Historic Royal Arcade, constructed in 1869, runs from Little Collins Street to the Bourke Street Mall and retains much of its original architecture, including two Gothic statues of Gog and Magog added to the southern end of the Arcade in 1892. It's one of Melbourne's most charming arcades, offering small boutiques, antique stores, jewelry shops, gifts and souvenirs.

INNER NORTHERN. Melbourne's Fitzroy neighborhood offers shoppers a unique experience. Centered around Brunswick Street,...

INNER NORTHERN. Melbourne's Fitzroy neighborhood offers shoppers a unique experience. Centered around Brunswick Street, the area has a Bohemian, edgy flair that evidences itself in the goods for sale at local shops and galleries. Youthful designer cuts fill store windows, while galleries and cafes boast a retro, yet happening feel. Public art adorns street benches and walking the streets offers a crash course in what's hot in Melbourne's alternative fashion.

CITY CENTRE. A trendy area, Chapel Street abounds with outstanding restaurants and high-fashion clothing stores. Lunch...

CITY CENTRE. A trendy area, Chapel Street abounds with outstanding restaurants and high-fashion clothing stores. Lunch alfresco at one of the local cafes, and then spend the afternoon choosing an outfit and accessories from top Australian designers like Scanlan & Theodore. Nearby Greville Street, just off Chapel, has a Bohemian, retro feel, offering vintage clothing shops and other interesting stores. Greville Street markets on Sundays are the place to find an ecclectic collection of clothes, antiques and jewelry.

CITY CENTRE. Flinders Lane hosts a number of notable Australian and International designers as well as unique gift...

CITY CENTRE. Flinders Lane hosts a number of notable Australian and International designers as well as unique gift shops. Favorite local haunts include Christine, the accessory-selling boutique loved by many, and Aesop, an aromatherapy haven. Contemporary art and craft galleries displaying cutting edge and creative works also call Flinders Lane home, as do hip nightspots. The Cathedral Arcade and the Nicholas Building are two larger shopping complexes within the Flinders Lane area.

CITY CENTRE. Striking architecture, beautiful landscaping, plenty of first-class restaurants and hotels and cosmopolitan...

CITY CENTRE. Striking architecture, beautiful landscaping, plenty of first-class restaurants and hotels and cosmopolitan boutiques make this one of the city's most desirable shopping destinations. Designer fashion, luxury items and expensive jewelry can be found aplenty at notable stores such as Chanel and Tiffany & Co. Architecture reflects a wealth of styles, from Victorian to Art Deco. Collins Street is also home to the city's popular Block Arcade retail area.