Map of Southbank Melbourne VIC – Riverside Precinct & Location Guide

Map of Southbank Melbourne VIC – Riverside Precinct & Location Guide

Southbank is one of Melbourne's most popular waterfront destinations. Located on the southern side of the Yarra River, the precinct is known for riverside dining, entertainment venues, arts attractions, city views and some of Melbourne's most recognisable landmarks.

This map of Southbank Melbourne VIC provides an overview of the precinct, nearby attractions, transport routes and surrounding Melbourne locations.

Quick Answer:

Southbank is located beside Melbourne CBD on the southern bank of the Yarra River. Major nearby locations include Crown Melbourne, Eureka Tower, Arts Centre Melbourne, National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Flinders Street Station.

Interactive Southbank Map (Reference View) Explore Southbank, the Yarra River, Crown Melbourne, Federation Square and nearby city attractions.
Tip: Southbank maps help visitors locate riverside attractions, dining precincts, arts venues, pedestrian bridges and transport connections.

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Where is Southbank Located?

Southbank is located immediately south of Melbourne CBD along the Yarra River. The precinct stretches from the Arts Centre Melbourne and National Gallery of Victoria through to Crown Melbourne and the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

  • City: Melbourne
  • State: Victoria
  • Country: Australia
  • Area: Southbank
  • Nearby river: Yarra River
  • Nearby district: Melbourne CBD

Major Areas Shown on the Map

  • Southbank Promenade — riverside dining and entertainment area.
  • Crown Melbourne — entertainment and hospitality complex.
  • Eureka Tower — landmark observation tower.
  • Arts Centre Melbourne — performing arts venue.
  • National Gallery of Victoria — major art museum.
  • Yarra River — central Melbourne waterway.
  • Federation Square direction — cultural precinct.
  • Melbourne CBD — business and shopping district.

Major Attractions Near Southbank

  • Crown Melbourne
  • Eureka Skydeck
  • National Gallery of Victoria
  • Arts Centre Melbourne
  • Federation Square
  • Flinders Street Station
  • Melbourne Recital Centre
  • Southgate Melbourne
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne direction
  • Shrine of Remembrance direction

Southbank Features

  • Riverside promenades
  • Restaurants and cafés
  • Entertainment venues
  • Arts and cultural attractions
  • Public event spaces
  • City skyline views
  • Pedestrian bridges
  • Tourist facilities

Transport Features

  • Flinders Street Station nearby
  • Melbourne tram network
  • Free tram zone nearby
  • City bus services
  • Pedestrian bridges across the Yarra
  • Cycle routes
  • Taxi and rideshare access
  • CBD transport connections

Nearby Destinations

  • Melbourne CBD
  • Federation Square
  • Docklands
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
  • South Melbourne
  • Albert Park direction
  • Queen Victoria Market direction
  • Melbourne Museum direction

Using a Southbank Map

A Southbank map is useful for locating riverside attractions, restaurants, arts venues, transport services and nearby Melbourne landmarks. It also helps visitors understand how Southbank connects with Federation Square, Melbourne CBD and the wider Yarra River precinct.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where is Southbank located?
    Southbank is located beside Melbourne CBD on the southern bank of the Yarra River.
  • What is Southbank famous for?
    Southbank is famous for riverside dining, entertainment venues, Crown Melbourne, Eureka Tower and arts attractions.
  • What is near Southbank?
    Nearby attractions include Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria, Arts Centre Melbourne, Crown Melbourne and Flinders Street Station.
  • How do you get to Southbank?
    Visitors commonly arrive via train, tram, bus, bicycle or walking routes from Melbourne CBD.
  • Is Southbank worth visiting?
    Yes. It is one of Melbourne's most popular tourism, dining and entertainment precincts.
  • Is Southbank near Federation Square?
    Yes. Southbank is directly connected to Federation Square by bridges and pedestrian walkways across the Yarra River.

This page is provided for general informational purposes only. Attraction access, event schedules, transport services, opening hours, visitor facilities and local information may change without notice. Always verify current details before travelling.