Arts Precinct is a popular neighbourhood located in Southbank on the south bank of the Yarra River in central Melbourne.

The precinct lies between Flinders Street Station and the Shrine of Remembrance.

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Galleries, theatres and concert halls

The Arts Precinct has the highest concentration of arts institutions of any Australian city.

What do you find in the Arts Precinct?

• National Gallery of Victoria
• Arts Centre Melbourne
• Hamer Hall - Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
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• Buxton Contemporary - Gallery of Modern Art
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• Southbank Theatre
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Best Hotels

The Arts Precinct is such an important neighbourhood that many visitors head to Melbourne mainly for the events that are held here.

For these visitors, it may therefore be a good idea to stay at one of the hotels nearby.

We would recommend the following hotels:

• Mantra Southbank ****
• Quest Southbank ****
• Holiday Inn Express Southbank ****

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