Melbourne - Bourke Street
In Bourke Street is Myers' huge department store, the largest in the southern hemisphere. Farther east is the Bourke Street Mall, a pedestrian zone (though there are trams running through it - pedestrians must be careful).
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Royal Arcade
The most notable feature in Bourke Street is the Royal Arcade, an elegant shopping arcade of 1869. The large clock is supported by the two legendary giants Gog and Magog
General Post Office
The first part of the general post office was opened in 1867; the top story and the clock tower were added at the end of the 19th C.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 9:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Houses of Parliament
Construction of the Houses of Parliament began in 1856. The colonnaded building is the meeting place of the Victorian State Parliament. Until the move to Canberra in 1927 the building was occupied by the Australian Parliament. There are conducted visits when Parliament is not in session.
The Parliament grounds feature a garden and fountains.
The Parliament grounds feature a garden and fountains.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 15:45 | 15:45 | 15:45 | 15:45 | 15:45 | 15:45 | 15:45 |
Tours only available on days when parliament is not sitting.
Tours available between hours listed.
Groups of eight or more require a booking.
Guides
Guided tour included with admission.
