The Chapel Street Precinct is more than just shopping, it’s a living part of the Melbourne culture. Chapel Street is home to unique boutiques as well as cafés and bars. Vintage stores with one-of-a-kind wares, homeware stores with that extra something to bring your living room alive, and beloved national brands all claim their spot along Chapel Street.
Chapel Street Precinct is south of the CBD, in the heart of South Yarra. With that in mind, consider staying closer to the precinct’s shopping in The Como Melbourne – Mgallery so you’re only moments away from this unique shopping district. This boutique hotel sits on the corner of Chapel Street and Toorak Road, the ultimate convenient location for dropping off your shopping from the morning, freshening up, and heading back out for lunch and the afternoon’s shopping session.
DFO South Wharf
On the south-west edge of the Melbourne CBD is the South Wharf DFO, the ultimate outlet shopping destination in Melbourne. Fashion, accessories, footwear, electronics, luggage, and homewares are all on display in the DFO. The massive range of different products helps the DFO stand out from other shopping centres, though most people come and stay for the unmissable outlet prices on some of their favourite brands.
Pran Central in Prahran
In the suburb of Prahran is the Pran Central Shopping Centre, another heritage listed building with Edwardian baroque styling to make any shopping trip feel glamourous. You might not find as many stores in Pran Central as you will in other shopping centres, but you will find elegant stores and fantastic dining within.
Pran Central is conveniently located quite close to Prahran Market, so if you’re still itching to shop, you can just walk down the street. The market vendors sell fresh produce, flowers, specialty foods and beverages, and (of course) coffee. If you’re in the mood to go shopping but you’re less interested in the bustling excitement of one of Melbourne’s large shopping centres, Pran Central and Prahan Markets are a good way to spend the day.
The District Docklands
Previously known as Harbour Town, the District Docklands is a sprawling shopping centre in inner-west Melbourne. The Docklands flow down a pedestrian-only street, ending at the Melbourne Star Ferris Wheel. Along the way, the open space often plays home to several pop up shops as well as installations to keep the District Docklands one of the most exciting and family-friendly shopping centres in Melbourne.
You’ll find fashion, electronics, shoes, sporting goods, and more for sale in the Docklands, as well as beauticians, tailors, and barbers to keep your look on-point. You’ll be able to grab lunch from one of the many dining options, or even just get yourself something sweet from San Churro Chocolateria. Finally, visit the Australian Cartoon Museum or try a round of minigolf before leaving the Docklands for the day. Make the trip home quick and convenient by staying in a
hotel right near Docklands Melbourne.