Take a peek into the artistic side of the coastal capital of south-eastern Australia. Melbourne is a city brimming with splashes of paint in many streets and alleyways that are certain to keep your eyes glued. Here’s what a self-guided tour through Melbourne’s Street art corners, arcades and alleyways will have in store for you.
Visiting the Royal Arcade
Embarking on your self-guided tour from a Box Hill hotel will be simple. The Royal Arcade is located a mere 20 minutes away from properties like Avani Melbourne Box Hill Residences and therefore will serve as an ideal starting point. With a history spanning back to 1869, the Victorian Royal Arcade Building has been the longest-standing arcade in Australia and the first in the city.
Discover the Block Arcade
Following your stop at the Royal Arcade, cross over to Little Collins Street and find your path to Clyde Way. This compact space is ideal for small gatherings, hence the presence of the Chuckle Park Bar. Here, you may make a pit stop to grab a drink or have a moment for yourself to reflect on your vacation, admiring the diverse usage of laneways in the city.
What is the Block Arcade?
Drawing inspiration from Galleria Vittorio Emanuele in Milan, the Block Arcade was constructed by a dynamic architect back in the year 1892. Discover the largest mosaic floor in the southern hemisphere while exploring the luxury shops and tea rooms at the arcade which has been decorated majestically, attracting locals and tourists alike.
Reach Hosier Lane
Do you love street art? Hosier Lane may just be your corner, as splashes of paint and artistic brush strokes await you. It is one of the most popular lanes in Melbourne for graffiti and street art, which take different shapes and colours each day as new artists make their mark along this infamous lane of artistic grandeur.
