A few unfortunate teething problems has made Melburnians hesitant to embrace Docklands. But the area is becoming harder and harder to ignore with its great natural assets (waterfront views and proximity to the city) being amplified by the new eating and entertaining venues moving in.
Docklands area guide
The best restaurants, bars, shops and events in Docklands
Docklands highlights
Bars in Docklands
Bar Nacional
The Docklands may still be the dead lands after dark, but Bar Nacional is pushing some tapas worth braving the concrete jungle for
The Woolshed
The Woolshed has, for lack of a better word, shed its previous role as a family-friendly Docklands pub and has reemerged as a multi-purpose venue featuring a...
Other great venues in Docklands
Mission to Seafarers
This historical refuge for seafarers from all over the globe is one of Melbourne's lesser-known historic gems
House Down Under
This topsy-turvy photo experience in Docklands will turn your life upside-down
O’Brien Icehouse
In the heart of the Docklands, O'Brien Icehouse is open to the public every day of the year except Christmas Day. Other facilities include the Igloo...
Kayak Melbourne
Paddle along the Yarra River in a kayak to discover Melbourne from a totally new perspective
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