Block Arcade, Victoria, Australia
4.5 (5.098 reviews) Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #10 in Melbourne Points of Interest & Landmarks
Arcade is luxury from times past
Voted #8 of 323 things to do and see in Melbourne by Tripadvisor and winning the 2015 Travellers' Choice Award, join us on a personalised guided walk through one of Melbourne's most grand and historic landmarks,The Block Arcade. Built in 1892 and modelled on the Galleria Vittoria Emanuele in Milan, The Block Arcade is a heritage listed shopping arcade situated on Melbourne's Golden Mile and home to the largest mosaic floor in the southern hemisphere, its magnificent glass dome and the iconic Hopetoun Tearooms. Suitable for all ages, a guided walk through the Arcade will take you on a historical journey back to the early days of the Colony and a glimpse into Melbourne's rich and colourful history. Venture upstairs, which is not accessible to the general public, as you view the Arcade from its many windows and causeway. Tours run twice a week on Tuesdays or Thursdays. 11am - 12pm at $15 p/p 2 - 3.30pm at $22 p/p and includes a Devonshire afternoon tea. For groups of more than 8, prior arrangements can be made for alternative times/days.
Address
282 Collins St, Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia
Mobile
Website
http://theblock.com.au/
Working hours
Monday : 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday : 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday : 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday : 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday : 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Current local date and time now
Sunday, May 05, 2024, 7:00
User Ratings
4.5 based on (5.098 reviews)
Reviews
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5Jeffry b 5:00 PM Mar 25, 2022
Arcade is luxury from times past
Block Arcade is a reminder of Marvellous Melbourne, when it was the Queen City of the South. Block Arcade is notable for its craftsmanship; it is Classified by the National Trust. Block Arcade is a corner arcade, between Collins St and Elizabeth St; keep your eyes open, it may be easy to miss. The Arcade has many features, including Hopetoun Tearooms and Haigh's Chocolates. Hopetoun Tearooms is notable for its scrumptuous afternoon teas and Haigh's is said to sell the best chocolates in the city.
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5Jeffry b 5:00 PM Sep 16, 2022
When Melbourne was Marvelous
Block Arcade is a reminder of Marvelous Melbourne. Melbourne was the richest city in the world, riding on the coattails of the Great Australian Goldrush. The intricate mosaics and magnificent architecture are reminders of an era when style was king. These days, the ornate tea rooms and handcrafted provisions still lure customers to this historic arcade. By the way, Block Arcade runs between the corner of Collins St and Elizabeth St
