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Block Arcade: Traveler Reviews

282 Collins St., Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (Melbourne CBD)
03 9654-5244
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Ranked #22 of 145 activities in Melbourne
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Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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melbourne
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23 reviews 23 reviews
9 attraction reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Lovely historic shopping experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2013

Beautifully restored, one of Melbourne's best arcades, lovely little cafes, some quirky shops, quiet & unhurried.

Visited December 2012
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Devonport
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“Hidden history”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

We took a Melbourne walking tour and discovered a side of Melbourne we had not been aware of before with the Block Arcade being one of the highlights. We now have a new and different perspective of Melbourne!

Visited February 2013
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Sydney, Australia
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14 attraction reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
115 helpful votes 115 helpful votes
“A pretty piece of history with great shopping”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2013

This quaint arcade in the heart of the shopping mall is pure history of Melbourne's architecture. Something that is all too quickly eroding from this beautiful city. The arcade is filled with a range of stores, from cafes, jewellery, bags and clothes. It is well worth the visit for its architecture alone.

Visited February 2013
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Sunset Strip
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6 attraction reviews
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“A Melbourne Icon”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2013

This is a must see for those who would love to get to know a bit of Melbourne's shopping history. Beautiful architecture in this historical arcade. Great shopping and food too.

Visited November 2012
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Singapore, Singapore
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Interesting and historical”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2013

The history behind the architecture and the materials used to build the Block is an eye opener. Worth a visit.

Visited February 2013
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