MidCity Arcade, Melbourne
MidCity Arcade is a vibrant shopping center located in the heart of Melbourne's Central Business District (CBD) on Bourke Street. It is conveniently situated between Swanston and Russell Streets, in a highly sought-after area for retail and entertainment. The arcade can be accessed from both Bourke Street and Little Bourke Street, which is the core of Melbourne's Chinatown.
Within the arcade, visitors can explore more than 30 diverse retail shops offering a wide range of products and services. These include fashion and accessories, technology and communications, beauty and hair salons, authentic Asian cuisine, a travel agency, cinema, videos, and much more.
One of the distinctive features of Mid City Arcade is its strong Asian influence, which is fitting given its connection to Chinatown. You can enjoy a meal at the Japanese restaurant, Kaneda, or dine at other restaurants like King's No. 1 Cafe, all conveniently located within the arcade. Additionally, there is a parking facility beneath the arcade with the entrance accessible from Chinatown.
Within the arcade, visitors can explore more than 30 diverse retail shops offering a wide range of products and services. These include fashion and accessories, technology and communications, beauty and hair salons, authentic Asian cuisine, a travel agency, cinema, videos, and much more.
One of the distinctive features of Mid City Arcade is its strong Asian influence, which is fitting given its connection to Chinatown. You can enjoy a meal at the Japanese restaurant, Kaneda, or dine at other restaurants like King's No. 1 Cafe, all conveniently located within the arcade. Additionally, there is a parking facility beneath the arcade with the entrance accessible from Chinatown.
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Sight Name: MidCity Arcade
Sight Location: Melbourne, Australia (See walking tours in Melbourne)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
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Sight Location: Melbourne, Australia (See walking tours in Melbourne)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
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