Melbourne's star laneways and arcades
Melbourne is renowned for its local designers and distinctive shopping precincts, all within easy reach of one another. You'll find Melbourne's original retail vision in the city's laneways and historic arcades. Discover boutiques and specialist stores, meet the makers, and absorb the atmosphere of these buzzing shopping hubs.
Block Arcade
Famous for its etched glass roof, decorative wrought iron, murals and mosaics – the historic Block Arcade,
is arguably Melbourne's most elegant shopping spot. Watch chocolatiers at work and call in at specialty shops.
Sip coffee or take tea in the old world surrounds of the Hopetoun Tea Rooms.
Flinders Lane
Wander Flinders Lane in search of basement boutiques, galleries and designer showrooms. Climb the stairs
of the Nicholas Building for local and imported fashions, artists' studios and specialist outlets. Visit trendy Alphaville for Melbourne-designed threads and re-fuel with a tasty baguette at Breadwell.
Howey Place
For something special to wear,
head to Howey Place. This tiny inner-
city laneway is your designer destination. Coveted fashion labels jostle for their place in this narrow pedestrian strip. Check out designers Alannah Hill
and Jason Grech, and browse the
perfect sparkly things at James Alfredson Jewellers.
