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Attractions near Block Arcade: Collins Street Melbourne Royal Arcade Melbourne Town Hall

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Block Arcade - History, Location & Key Facts 2023

The Basics

As both a commercial and culinary hub, Block Arcade is on the itinerary of plenty of Melbourne sightseeing tours, which focus on everything from food to fashion. Visit Block Arcade alongside some of the city’s culinary highlights—which include Queen Victoria Market and Chinatown—on a food tour or get an overview of Melbourne’s top attractions on an introductory tour, which tend to cover Fitzroy Gardens, Federation Square, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and transport you around the city with ease.

How to Get There

Enter the Block Arcade through its official entrance on Collins Street, via Elizabeth Street, or the pedestrian laneway off Little Collins Street. If using public transport, take tram number 19, 57, or 59, all of which stop directly outside of Block Arcade at the Collins Street/Elizabeth Street stop.

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When to Get There

Block Arcade is open daily from morning until early evening; some shops operate different opening hours, so if you’re planning to visit a particular boutique then its worth checking in advance. Block Arcade looks most majestic during the holidays, when its adorned with Christmas decorations.

Tea and Treats

For lovers of sweet treats, no visit to Block Arcade would be complete without indulging at Haigh’s Chocolates and Hopetoun Tearooms, both equally renowned for their decadent delicacies. The former is the oldest family-owned chocolatier in Australia and is famous for its truffles, while Hopetoun Tearooms offers one of the most decadent afternoon tea experiences in the city—advance booking is essential.

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