Best Street Markets in Docklands

"Visit the bustling Prahran Market, renowned for its gourmet delis and specialty produce, and then walk down eclectic Greville Street. From here it’s a 15 minute cab ride (or 30 minutes by tram) to St Kilda beach, where you can stroll along the esplanade and historic St Kilda Pier, and enjoy a cake at one of Acland Street's famous patisseries."

"Tue & Sat dawn - 5pm, Thur & Fri dawn - 6pm, Sun 10am-3pm .. 163 - 185 Commercial Road, (near Chapel Street), South Yarra .."

"Wed 8am - 4pm, Fri 8am - 5pm, Sat & Sun 8am-4pmcnr Cecil & York Streets,, South Melbourne. ______________________________________"

"The easiest way to see the main attractions is to take any route via St Kilda (such as 3 or 16) and hop off at Luna Park/The Esplanade. Luna Park is an amusement park offering family fun with rides and games. Entry to the park itself is just $2, or unlimited ride tickets are $49.95 for those over 13 years. If you’re looking to save a little but still enjoy a ride, a single ride ticket costs just $10.95."

"Upper Esplanade St Kilda Tram 16 or 96 from the City to Stop 136, St Kilda, Port Phillip, Victoria 3182 Australia+61 3 9209 6777[email protected]http://www.stkildaesplanademarket.com.au/"

"Lost & Found is an indoor market based in a shop just off Smith Street Collingwood. It features vintage furniture, lighting, art, posters, clothes, books, records and anything collectable. Permenant and casual stalls available."

"Loosely based on designer markets in London, Berlin and Europe and situated only a short distance from Brunswick Street Fitzroy, this market showcases over 50 cotemporary artists and designers each week. More information >>. 11am to 5pm, Saturdays & Sundays60 Rose Street, Fitzroy"

"The market consists of 15 car boot stalls, 27 standard stalls, 4 food stalls, a kids craft area, and space for musicians and performers."

"Preston market is a large market selling fresh produce, meat, poultry and fish as well as a wide range of general goods. White Hat particular recommends Preston Market if you are shopping for a family on a tight budget. It is located next to the railway station and trams, and there are several supermarkets in the complex if you need to top up on anything not sold in the market."

"Federation SquareA new flagship restaurant from top chef and the best part of Better Homes and Gardens Karen Martini, sees an all-day eatery in the newly renovated ACMI. Offering up European faves such as burrata with a caprese tomato salad, chilli crab cavatelli and red pepper gilda’s, Hero offers a sit-down lunch and dinner experience as well as an on-the-run coffee, pastry and sandwich vibe which are all really substantial and top-notch quality. The desserts are one of our favourite features, from the legendary Philippa Sibley, even if you’re not a sweet tooth, her dark chocolate tart with minted caramel cream will make you one."

"This elegantly understated all-day diner – by celebrity chef Karen Martini and dessert queen Phillipa Sibley – is the ACMI’s flagship restaurant. Visit for uncomplicated dishes such as potato focaccia with a Noma edge, an exceptional crumbed-fish sandwich and spicy crab cavatelli. ACMI Fed Square ,Melbourne"

"The Moon Dog Brewery comes with a rags-to-riches story about how owners Jake, Josh and Karl opened their Abbotsford micro-brewery with a fistful of coins and a bucketful of determination. Now a household name in the craft beer scene and with changed fortunes under their belt, they haven’t forgotten their roots. Comfy couches and ramshackle style seating provide a chilled vibe in their warehouse pub to harbor a bottle of their Love Tap lager, Old Mate pale ale and Mack Daddy dark ale."

"Enter at Degraves Street, which is lined with cafés and coffee shops, then cross Collins Street to visit the exquisite, 1892-built Block Arcade. The arcade is full of old-world charm, from antique jewellery stores to traditional tailors and the treasured Hopetoun Tea Rooms. In the afternoon take a stroll around the Royal Botanic Gardens or join a tour to see the inner sanctum of the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). If you're visiting between March and September make sure you see a game of AFL (Australian rules football)."

"Standing in stark contrast to the city's laneways, are its glamourous arcades. They replace street art and cobblestones with boutique shops and tiled floors. The city features several glamourous arcades, including The Royal Arcade, the oldest arcade in Australia."