Southern Cross Station, Australia
From series “Top 14 Most Astonishing Railway Stations in the World”
Southern Cross Station has to be included in a list of the best places in Melbourne for curious tourists. In contrast with other popular railway stations, it became known thanks to its modern decoration. The building has a huge wavelike roof with a wonderful lightning. Earlier this station was called Spencer Street, after the reconstruction, the station was modernized and took a new name.
Today the modern building with an unusual roof has the best infrastructure. The station is fitted with the powerful ventilation and air conditioning systems. That’s why you can breathe deep, no matter how many people surround you. There also was made a wide system of connecting passages and escalators.
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Useful staff nearby
ATM bankomat: 'Commomwealth Bank ATM' located in 0.08 km (
check the route on the map).
check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Budget Car and Truck Rental Southern Cross Station' is located in 0.26 km (
on the map).
on the map).
Fuel station: 'BP Connect Clarendon' in 1.2 km
Supermarket: 'Southern Cross Supermarket' in 0.19 km
Parking: 'InterPark Australia' in 0.05 km
Apotheek: 'Pharmacy Choice' in 0.16 km
Police station: 'Police Victoria Crime Department Drug Task Force' in 0.5 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Saporo Cafe' in 0.05 km
Railway station: 'Southern Cross Station' in 0.19 km
Nearest airports:
» Tullamarine Airport MEL - in 18 km
» Moorabbin Airport MBW - in 21 km
» Avalon Airport AVV - in 48 km
» Albury Airport ABX - in 263 km
» Tullamarine Airport MEL - in 18 km
» Moorabbin Airport MBW - in 21 km
» Avalon Airport AVV - in 48 km
» Albury Airport ABX - in 263 km
Cities nearby
Best hotels near Southern Cross Station
Southbank Apartments Freshwater Place
Located in 0 km from Southern Cross Station
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Rooms: 30
Route on the map:
Rooms: 30
The Westin Melbourne
Located in 1 km from Southern Cross Station
Route on the map:
Rooms: 262
Route on the map:
Rooms: 262
All guest rooms include a 42-inch flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The en suite bathroom comes with a separate bath and shower. The … More: photo, rates and booking
Naughtons Parkville Hotel
Located in 2 km from Southern Cross Station
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Rooms: 10
Route on the map:
Rooms: 10
The refurbished air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen HD TV, a work desk and a refrigerator. All rooms include tea/coffee making facilities and … More: photo, rates and booking
St Arnauds Guest House
Located in 3 km from Southern Cross Station
Route on the map:
Rooms: 40
Route on the map:
Rooms: 40
Your continental breakfast includes toast, juice, fresh fruit and a variety of cereals and spreads. Free tea and coffee is available throughout the … More: photo, rates and booking
Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit
0 km - Floating Surfing Park
An unusual recreation area will appear in Melbourne in case of realization of another bright project. Here, an over water surf park is to be built. The Damian Rogers Architecture company is going to work on the construction of the park in cooperation with the Arup …
From the series 'Fancy Houses and Hotels Located on Water or Under Water'
An unusual recreation area will appear in Melbourne in case of realization of another bright project. Here, an over water surf park is to be built. The Damian Rogers Architecture company is going to work on the construction of the park in cooperation with the Arup …
1 km - Regent Theatre
The famous Regent Theater is located on one of the central streets of Melbourne. It is not only a cultural center important for the city but also a unique architectural monument. The theater was opened in 1929. Its hall was designed for 3,250 spectators. The theater …
From the series 'Rococo Architecture – Famous Monuments'
The famous Regent Theater is located on one of the central streets of Melbourne. It is not only a cultural center important for the city but also a unique architectural monument. The theater was opened in 1929. Its hall was designed for 3,250 spectators. The theater …
2 km - Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens
Fans of architectural attractions are sure to be impressed by the Royal Exhibition Building, located in the suburban area of Melbourne. Together with Carlton gardens, it represents the great architectural, historical, aesthetic, and social value. The beautiful …
From the series 'Famous Unesco Sites in Australia'
Fans of architectural attractions are sure to be impressed by the Royal Exhibition Building, located in the suburban area of Melbourne. Together with Carlton gardens, it represents the great architectural, historical, aesthetic, and social value. The beautiful …
169 km - Victoria Coast
Australia is rich in amazing paleontological discoveries. During one of the expeditions, bones of the upper limb of a dinosaur were discovered on the coast of Victoria. That part could only belong to a single specie of ancient reptiles, megaraptor. The uniqueness of …
From the series 'Places Hiding Fossils of Dinosaurs'
Australia is rich in amazing paleontological discoveries. During one of the expeditions, bones of the upper limb of a dinosaur were discovered on the coast of Victoria. That part could only belong to a single specie of ancient reptiles, megaraptor. The uniqueness of …
188 km - Loch Ard Gorge Beach
In Australia, on the territory of the conservation area Port Campbell Victoria is the picturesque beach Loch Ard. Its location is the ravine of the same name, which is surrounded by the beautiful high cliffs. The sand and the rocks of the beach have the incredibly …
From the series 'The Hidden and Hard-To-Reach Beautiful Beaches'
In Australia, on the territory of the conservation area Port Campbell Victoria is the picturesque beach Loch Ard. Its location is the ravine of the same name, which is surrounded by the beautiful high cliffs. The sand and the rocks of the beach have the incredibly …
353 km - Piccaninnie Ponds
In Australia on the territory of Piccaninnie Conservation Park has placed the so-named system of ponds. Piccaninnie Ponds is a popular site for divers. All three pounds have crystal clear water. However, they differ from each other by the unique peculiarities. “The …
From the series 'The Cleanest Lakes and Rivers of the Planet'
In Australia on the territory of Piccaninnie Conservation Park has placed the so-named system of ponds. Piccaninnie Ponds is a popular site for divers. All three pounds have crystal clear water. However, they differ from each other by the unique peculiarities. “The …
Top destination around Southern Cross Station - Melbourne
No less colorful event is held at the beginning of March - this is the Moomba Festival, the venue of which is the waterfront of the picturesque river Yarra. The festival's opening day starts with a costume parade, accompanied by musicians, dancers, and actors. At the carnival, one can't do without the election of the King and Queen of the festival, street parties, a gastronomic program, and Birdman Rally, during which visitors create paper planes and launch them over the river - an incredibly amazing sight. The end of the festival is marked by colorful fireworks over the Yarra River.
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