Bourke Street Mall

Bourke Street Mall sits in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, the city's famous central pedestrian shopping precinct. A genuine icon of the city, it's the bustling retail heart of Melbourne — combining major department stores, shops, street performers and the rattle of the city's iconic trams running through the middle, all in one lively, atmospheric pedestrian strip.

The appeal is that combination of major shopping, a buzzing city-centre atmosphere and quintessential Melbourne character: the historic department stores, the street buskers, the trams and the constant energy make it as much an experience as a shopping destination. It's a must for shoppers and a lively spot to soak up the heart of the city.

With a 4.4 rating from more than 6,200 reviews, it's clearly a much-loved part of the city. The stores, any events, street performances and trading hours vary, so it's worth checking current details if you're after a specific shop — though for a shopping trip or to soak up the city-centre buzz, you can simply head to Bourke Street Mall in the heart of Melbourne.