Melbourne/South
From Wikitravel
South Melbourne is south of the CBD & north of the Albert Park Lake which hosts the Australian Grand Prix. It is a secret jewel of Melbourne. Centred around Clarendon Street which connects to Spencer Street. The whole district has been settled by Greeks and Italians quite near to where they first landed at the Port of Melbourne.
[edit] Get in
There are abundant traveling options, trams, trains & buses.
[edit][add listing] See
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[edit][add listing] Buy
Clarendon Street has heaps of shops of all varieties.
The local South Melbourne Market has retained many of the features of yesteryear.
Safeway South Melbourne has opened it's new store just opposite the market where shopping can be made easy as it's open till 12.
[edit][add listing] Eat
There are fantastic eateries. One business owner is leading the cuisine revolution adhering to his cultural roots based in Cyprus of Italian and Greek heritage. Roberto Braccioti is a vocal advocate for the flourishing business' in the area.
- La Firma Pizzeria. At the forefront of the excellent offerings available in this district. edit
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[edit] Budget
- Nomads Market Inn, Cecil St (near York St and the South Melbourne Market), South Melbourne, 9690 2220, 1800 241 445 (backpackers@marketinn.com.au, fax 9690 2544). Dorm beds from $19, double/twin $58, triple $72.
[edit] Mid Range
- Boutique Stays', The Glass House. A spacious 3 bedroom apartment situated close to the famous South Melbourne Market.
- Boutique Stays, Napier Cottage. A lovely 2 bedroom cottage situated only 5 minutes walk from the Clarendon Street shopping precinct.
[edit] Contact
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