Carlton South Travel Guide

Melbourne

A large building with a central dome and two smaller domes, a fountain in front, and well-maintained gardens.
A large, ornate building with a central dome and smaller domes on either side.
A brick building with a mural of a man and a clock.
A large, historic building with a prominent dome and arched windows.
A menu with food items and prices, a cup of coffee, and a small bowl of sugar on a table.

Stay near popular Carlton South attractions

A museum exhibit with various animal taxidermy displays.

Melbourne Museum

9.0/10 (655 reviews)
Explore Victoria, from the rich heritage of its First Peoples to its diverse natural environments, in one of Australia’s premier museums.
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Things to do

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets

฿932
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

฿3,159
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour
From Melbourne: Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade Combo Tour

From Melbourne: Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade Combo Tour

฿4,961
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Melbourne: Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade Combo Tour
Edge Experience Package

Melbourne Skydeck Experience Tickets

฿729
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Melbourne Skydeck Experience Tickets
Melbourne Museum: Ancient Rome Exhibition Entry Ticket

Melbourne Museum: Ancient Rome Exhibition Entry Ticket

฿899
per adult
Melbourne Museum: Ancient Rome Exhibition Entry Ticket
Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, and Chocolate Tour

Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour

฿3,013
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour
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Top hotels in Carlton South

Arrow on Swanston

Arrow on Swanston

3.5 out of 5
488 Swanston Street Carlton VIC
The price is ฿2,220 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿2,220
฿2,441 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their ...
Arrow on Swanston
Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

4 out of 5
300 Spencer Street Melbourne VIC
The price is ฿2,571 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿2,571
฿2,828 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,256 reviews)
"Very outdated rooms and extremely small 2 bedroom apartments nowhere to sit if you bring guests back. Silicone in the shower was moldy. Apart from that was fine for one night but wouldn't stay for an extended period"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne
The Langham, Melbourne

The Langham, Melbourne

5 out of 5
One Southgate Avenue Southbank VIC
The price is ฿6,435 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿6,435
฿7,079 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
The Langham, Melbourne
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

3.5 out of 5
44 Spencer Street Melbourne VIC
Fully refundable
The price is ฿2,006 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿2,006
฿2,207 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Hyatt Centric Melbourne

5 out of 5
25 DOWNIE STREET Melbourne VIC
The price is ฿3,927 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿3,927
฿4,320 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"From the moment you walk in theres a great welcoming relaxed feel.Great reception staff warm,friendlyamazing,Langlands on site dining for buffet breakfast,dinner on 25th floor deliscious food,wonderful,attentuve waiters.Beautiful views is the city,although family friendly, i find its more suited ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Hyatt Centric Melbourne
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

3.5 out of 5
215 Little Collins Street Melbourne VIC
The price is ฿2,728 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,728
฿3,000 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
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Where to stay in Carlton South

Find the best Carlton South areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A red double-decker bus with 'City Sightseeing Melbourne' branding parked in front of a modern glass building.

Melbourne Central Business District

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Melbourne Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Melbourne Central and Collins Street, and jump on the metro at Melbourne Central Station or Flagstaff Station to see more of the city.

A city skyline with modern skyscrapers and a historic church.

Southbank

Are you interested in stunning river views, first-class casinos and popular shops? A visit to Southbank might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Crown Casino and Melbourne Skydeck.

A waterfront cityscape at dusk with illuminated high-rise buildings and a marina with yachts.

Docklands

Travellers come to Docklands for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marvel Stadium and Collins Street while you're in town.

A modern shopping mall with prominent stores like Chanel, Dior, and Clarins.
Photo by Melbourne Airport
Open Photo by Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to URBNSURF Sports Park or Woodlands Historic Park.

A beach with paddleboarders, a lighthouse, and a large building with a green roof.

Sorrento

Sorrento is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sorrento Front Beach and Searoad Ferry Terminal.

Carlton South Travel Guide