North Melbourne

With three accommodation complexes to choose from, students of Melbourne Univeristy and RMIT will feel right at home.

Errol Street is renowned for its diversity of established, lively cafes, restaurants and bars but there’s plenty to explore in the nearby areas of Victoria and Queensberry Streets with their bakeries, coffee shops and specialty shops.

Hands on foodies simply can’t go past the world renowned, historic Victoria Market offering an endless array of fresh meat, poultry, seafood, exotic fruits and vegetables and deli delights. There are seasonal night markets in Summer and Winter and once a year, the souvenir stalls make way for a magical night of Opera in the Market.

With a strong sense of community, North and West Melbourne combine to celebrate with the annual Spring Fling Festival and the monthly North Melbourne Market at the Lithuanian Club is a mecca for vintage and designer treasures. Look closely and you’ll unearth quirky finds like Heartland Records for vinyl and inexpensive hidden treasures in the Salvos Store.

Relax with a swim at the North Melbourne Pool or hit the gym at the nearby Recreation Centre, catch a band at the Town Hall Hotel, have a laugh at the Comedy Lounge or immerse yourself in the ever-changing exhibitions of arts and crafts at the Meat Market.