South Yarra Travel Guide

Melbourne

Jam Factory showing heritage elements
South Yarra
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South Yarra as well as a small group of people
South Yarra

Some of Melbourne’s best designer shopping can be found in this historically affluent inner-city suburb bordered to the north by the winding Yarra River.

Shop, dine and experience premier entertainment in South Yarra, one of Melbourne’s oldest suburban precincts. The suburb is renowned for its designer fashion stores, upmarket boutiques, fantastic dining precincts and large shopping malls. Stroll South Yarra’s tree-lined streets and admire the spectacular mansions and historic estates that earned the suburb its reputation of exclusivity.

South Yarra’s major commercial strips can be found along its two arterial roads, Chapel Street and Toorak Road. On Chapel Street, you’ll find the Jam Factory entertainment complex, as well as several large shopping complexes and malls. Check out the stylish labels in the designer retail stores and refresh your wardrobe with an item from a local Australian designer.

Grab a coffee or sit down to a lavish meal at one of the restaurants and cafés that line South Yarra’s major streets. Try locally roasted coffee and delicious seasonal produce at many of the suburb’s establishments. Join local revellers at South Yarra’s bars and clubs as night falls.

If you want to see some of South Yarra’s architectural treasures, go on a stroll around the leafy residential streets. You’ll see stunning art-deco apartment complexes and splendid Victorian-era mansions. Como House is a historic mansion that is open to the public.

Relax amid the greenery of the Yarra River, which borders South Yarra to the north. The riverside parkland is a great spot to stretch out on the grass and watch rowboats cruising past. From here, you can also join up with the Capital City Trail. This walkway and bicycle track loops around Melbourne’s inner-city suburbs. To the west of South Yarra, you’ll find the spacious greenery of Fawkner Park.

Be sure to check out the neighbouring suburb of Prahran, which features the historic Prahran Market and more excellent shopping.

South Yarra is located 4 kilometres (2.5 miles) southeast of Melbourne’s central business district. It is easily accessible by car, train, tram and bus. Stay in an elegant Victorian-era hotel or take a room in a modern vacation apartment in South Yarra and enjoy being within walking distance of the suburb’s fantastic shopping, cafés and nightlife.


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Top hotels in South Yarra

Ovolo South Yarra

Ovolo South Yarra

4 out of 5
234 Toorak Road, South Yarra, VIC
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (585 reviews)
"Have stayed a couple of times at the Ovolo South Yarra. Good location, clean, cool rooms, albeit small but with everything I need. No gym but an on site restaurant and friendly staff. This time the noise from outside from a scuffle on the street at 4:30am was a bit crazy and went for a fair while ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Ovolo South Yarra
Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

4 out of 5
589-599 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.667.659 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.667.659
Rp1.834.425 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,547 reviews)
"Bed was perfect, very comfortable. Had everything we needed in the building. Breakfast was amazing. Thank you so much for our stay."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG
Dorsett Melbourne

Dorsett Melbourne

4 out of 5
615 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne, VIC
The price is Rp1.727.906 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp1.727.906
Rp1.900.697 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,420 reviews)
"We had a lovely 2 night stay. Internet access along with chromecast was great. Room was lovely (twin). Pool was great. Hot tub great but a little dangerous entering and exiting when the jets are on. Could do with a hand rail. Bed in room was hard but I’m used to a softer mattress. Linen was changed ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Dorsett Melbourne
Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

4 out of 5
300 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC
The price is Rp1.849.639 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
Rp1.849.639
Rp2.034.603 total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,986 reviews)
"Reliable Stay"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne
Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG

4 out of 5
35-47 City Road, Southbank, VIC
The price is Rp1.677.279 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
Rp1.677.279
Rp1.845.028 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"First time we have stayed here. Great location and very quick walk to the city. Nice breakfast and car parking was cheap. Staff are super helpful and friendly. Will definitely stay here next time we are in Melbourne."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

3.5 out of 5
44 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC
The price is Rp896.487 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp896.487
Rp986.136 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,193 reviews)
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Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
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Other neighbourhoods around South Yarra

Richmond which includes a park and a playground

Richmond

Travellers choose Richmond for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Richmond Station or Burnley Station and check out top sights like Bridge Road.

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South Melbourne

Travellers enjoy South Melbourne for its spas and zoo. Consider checking out South Melbourne Market while you're in the area.

South Melbourne
St Kilda which includes a coastal town, a city and a high-rise building

St Kilda

St Kilda is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Acland Street and Fitzroy Street, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Melbourne.

St Kilda
Southbank which includes city views, a high-rise building and a city

Yarra Riverfront

The stunning river views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Yarra Riverfront. Make a stop by Crown Casino or Collins Street while you're exploring the area.

Yarra Riverfront
Fitzroy Gardens featuring heritage architecture, a house and a garden

East Melbourne

Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in East Melbourne. Top attractions like Melbourne Cricket Ground and Collins Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Jolimont Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

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Southbank

Are you interested in stunning river views, first-class casinos and popular shops? A visit to Southbank might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Crown Casino and Melbourne Skydeck.

Southbank

South Yarra Travel Guide