Melbourne Building
A historic precinct of shops and eateries in central Canberra with a 4.2 rating across 371 reviews.
Why it's worth checking out
The Melbourne Building sits on London Circuit in the heart of Canberra's Civic centre. With 371 reviews behind its 4.2 rating, it's a well-known local landmark.
The appeal is a charming heritage precinct — one of Canberra's original buildings, its lovely arched colonnade home to shops, cafes and eateries, a genuine bit of the city's character and a lovely spot for a browse, a bite or a coffee. Its central location makes it an easy and welcoming stop.
Venues within the building have their own changing hours, so it's worth checking specific spots directly. Otherwise it's a lovely heritage precinct to explore any time — take your time and enjoy the charming surrounds.
Practical details
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 67
- Popularity
- 78
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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