From hidden laneway events to epic pop-ups, ³Ô¹ÏÍø gets lit once the lights go out. Put these events and adventures in your diary for the ultimate night out.

Free night-time fun

Laugh Lab
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Laugh Lab

Come watch some of ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best comedians perform in the cosiest cocktail bar in town

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Stellar Nights
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Stellar Nights

Embark on a journey through time and space with this guided tour at the Observatory.

Ghosts? What Ghosts! Night Tour
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Ghosts? What Ghosts! Night Tour

Brace yourself for bone-strumming tales of unexplained sights after dark.

Spirit of ³Ô¹ÏÍø Dinner Cruise

Spirit of ³Ô¹ÏÍø Dinner Cruise

Enjoy a relaxing three-hour Yarra River dinner cruise.

Kayak ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Kayak ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Guided paddling tours through ³Ô¹ÏÍø along the Yarra River and Victoria Harbour.

³Ô¹ÏÍø Hidden Bars Walking Tour
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³Ô¹ÏÍø Hidden Bars Walking Tour

Discover ³Ô¹ÏÍø's hidden bars – down alleys, in basements and behind closed doors.

Where to eat and drink after dark

The ultimate guide to late-night dining in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The ultimate guide to late-night dining in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

These late-night venues and iconic restaurants are best visited well after dark.

The best pre- and post-theatre dining in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The best pre- and post-theatre dining in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Fuel up before a big show or extend your city visit at these local eateries.

³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s most romantic date-night restaurants

³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s most romantic date-night restaurants

Find the best restaurants to book for birthdays, anniversaries or just because.

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best rooftop bars

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best rooftop bars

Schedule in a rooftop sesh at Morris House, Good Heavens, Fable, Ocean 12 and more.

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best cafes that open late

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best cafes that open late

These ³Ô¹ÏÍø cafes are open late for evening coffee runs.

After dark dessert bars

After dark dessert bars

Discover ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best cakes, cocktails and sweet treats after the lights go down.

The best first date bars in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The best first date bars in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

These cute hidden gems and fun date-night spots will give you something to talk about. 

Unique first date ideas in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Unique first date ideas in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Ban boring dates with these cute night spots and fun activities for two.

The best late-night bars and music venues in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The best late-night bars and music venues in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Find intimate vinyl bars, iconic band rooms and live music bars open late.

Curious

Curious

Curious pairs bold cocktails with a selection of small bites and sharing plates.

Stalactites Restaurant

Stalactites Restaurant

One of ³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s longest established and best-known Greek restaurants.

Waiters Restaurant

Waiters Restaurant

Serving unfussy, home-style Italian food to a late-night crowd since 1947.

Gimlet at Cavendish House

Gimlet at Cavendish House

An elegant cocktail bar and dining room from renowned chef Andrew McConnell.

Bodega Underground

Bodega Underground

Bodega is a late night taqueria and underground mezcaleria in the basement of the Crossley Hotel.

Dragon Hot Pot

Dragon Hot Pot

Choose your base stock, then pick from over 100 fresh ingredients to make your own unique hotpot.

The George on Collins

The George on Collins

An up-market basement venue and eatery within the historic Georges building.

The Carlton Hotel

The Carlton Hotel

Offers a rooftop bar, dining, a cocktail bar and nightclub, right in the heart of the city.

Johnny's Green Room

Johnny's Green Room

A rooftop bar above King & Godfree with great views, tunes and Italian inspired food and drinks.

Flower Drum Restaurant

Flower Drum Restaurant

An iconic upscale Cantonese restaurant serving delicious food.

Nightlife

Nightlife

Dance the night away, sip cocktails in a stylish bar or catch some live music.​

Last updated on Tue 30 Sep 2025

Christmas

Christmas things to do

Christmas things to do

The city’s wrapped and ready with magical moments, twinkling lights and festive fun.

Christmas eat and drink

Christmas eat and drink

Savour the city’s festive flavours with rooftop bars, laneways and menus made for merry moments.

Christmas shopping

Christmas shopping

Start ticking off your list in the city’s iconic laneways, arcades and malls.

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Only in the City

Only in the City

This city hums with energy - with hidden laneway cafes, rooftop bars, art and culture at every turn.

Tolarno Galleries

Tolarno Galleries

One of Australia’s most stimulating exhibitors of contemporary art and design.

Regent Theatre

Regent Theatre

This landmark theatre is one of ³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s premier live performance venues.

The best hotels in ³Ô¹ÏÍø for families

The best hotels in ³Ô¹ÏÍø for families

Check out our list of family-friendly hotel stays