Bourke Street Mall
Bourke Street Mall
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Neighborhood: Central Business District
Full of discovery and delight, Melbourne’s laneways tease the imagination long after you’ve put your weary feet up to rest. They weave through the heart of the city: cafes, bars, restaurants and boutiques, throbbing with conversation and espresso coffee. You never quite know what you’ll find around the next corner: cobblestone alleys, old beer barrel hoists and even vats of simmering organic soup. There is the air of Berlin in the street art, a touch of Paris in the umbrella-shaded cafes and, reminiscent of Rome, eateries tucked away in the most unlikely of places. Perhaps you might want a break and cross the Yarra River to Southbank - walk along the promenade, bask in the sun at a waterside bar and decide whether to go to the nearby casino or book a ticket at the Melbourne theatre company.
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129 reviews
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Andy H
Worcester, UK18 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Food was really good but the restaurant have taken 2 x payments for the same meal. I pointed this out at the time after noticing the duplicated transaction on my card app. In spite of 3 further visits I am still waiting to be reimbursed for their ‘mistake’. Only one lady (Suman) has demonstrated any degree of customer care; the manager of the restaurant has not responded to 3 x separate emails which quite frankly is appalling, especially as we had the meal on December 22nd. Quite frankly the way Vapiano have dealt with this is totally unacceptable 😡
Written January 11, 2023
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Victorianlad
Melbourne, Australia18,048 contributions
Feb 2022
This is the true 'central point' of the Melbourne Central Business District, with the highlight being the iconic Myer Melbourne flagship department store that is on six levels (seven when Santaland is open pre-Christmas).
Myer has a huge range (including sports equipment and clothing in the basement) of homewares, kitchen and entertainment equipment, ladies', mens' and children's clothing plus on the ground floor, a beauty section that will please most women.
It often has sales but even outside of this it stocks items no one else does, and prices are fine. There are also two cafes within Myer.
There's a Priceline opposite, and Swanston, Bourke and Elizabeth St trams serve the Mall.
Myer has a huge range (including sports equipment and clothing in the basement) of homewares, kitchen and entertainment equipment, ladies', mens' and children's clothing plus on the ground floor, a beauty section that will please most women.
It often has sales but even outside of this it stocks items no one else does, and prices are fine. There are also two cafes within Myer.
There's a Priceline opposite, and Swanston, Bourke and Elizabeth St trams serve the Mall.
Written February 9, 2022
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,736 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
Bourke Street Mall is Melbourne's main shopping street. The Mall runs between Swanston Street and Elizabeth Street. The Bourke Street Mall contains the Myer flagship store and the Divid Jones department store. The Mall contains other retail outlets, including the historic Royal Arcade. The Mall is a popular spot for people to hang out and listen to the buskers.
Written April 2, 2023
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Kimberley H
Adelaide, Australia112 contributions
Nov 2024 • Solo
Honestly found it a little bit disappointing. A whole bunch of shops had shut up shop and looks like some were getting redone as few had barriers up.
Heaps of people lined up for the front windows for Myer which seemed to be in collab with Australia Zoo for 2024 so all the kids liked the fake animals and info being given.
Some of the arcades off Bourke St were alright, but they don't truly count as part of the mall.
Just be mindful of the trams and people not paying attention to where they are going.
Heaps of people lined up for the front windows for Myer which seemed to be in collab with Australia Zoo for 2024 so all the kids liked the fake animals and info being given.
Some of the arcades off Bourke St were alright, but they don't truly count as part of the mall.
Just be mindful of the trams and people not paying attention to where they are going.
Written November 30, 2024
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,736 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The Bourke Street Mall is an exciting shopping destination in central Melbourne. The main retail department stores are Myer and David Jones. They are both well-stocked with everything from classy apparel to luxury goods. There are lots of shops to choose from, including H&M in the former GPO. There are usually several buskers to provide entertainment.
Written August 26, 2023
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,736 contributions
Feb 2021
The shopping centre of Melbourne is the Bourke Street Mall. The Mall runs between Swanston St and Elizabeth Street; as do the trams, which move very slowly. The two major department store chains, Myer and David Jones, both have stores fronting the Mall. Buskers often set up their pitch here. H&M have a big store in the former General Post Office. One of the highlights of the Bourke St Mall is the Myer Christmas windows, which have delighted Melbourne children for many years. Several arcades run off the Mall, which are worth exploring.
Written February 24, 2021
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Johanna
Greater Sydney, Australia2 contributions
Jan 2025 • Couples
Worst service in the world. Third world service at their cosmetics counters like Clinique. I dropped what I was going to pay for, walked out of Myers and NEVER returned. The young women were so rude, that I have never gone to any of their stores anywhere else in Australia. Myers, you should select your better and trained up staff. This was so bad!
Written January 10, 2025
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia52,785 contributions
Apr 2021
The Bourke Street Mall is a large shopping area. It takes a sizeable chunk of the street and there are numerous shops, including the big department stores, Myer and David Jones. It is the place to go for "real" shopping! Lots of fun and plenty of window shopping as well.
Written May 7, 2021
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,736 contributions
Nov 2021
With Christmas fast approaching, Myer can be relied to create a Christmas wondlerland with its festive windows. The entertaining windows front Myer's Bourke Street flagship store. They always attract a crowd, kids love them. By the way, this attraction is free.
Written November 20, 2021
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,736 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
Bourke St Mall is bustling with festive shoppers. Myer and David Jones are busy with customers who are looking for something special. The Myer Christmas Windows are featuring the mischievous Bluey, who is much loved by the younger generation. There are lots of things to see, including the GPO. The Bourke St Mall runs between Swanston St and Elizabeth St, it's a favorite shopping destination for the people of Melbourne.
Written December 1, 2023
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The Bourke St Mall is a great place to start your visit to Melbourne!
Written February 24, 2018
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