Top things to do in Carlton
Carlton has the youngest median age in Melbourne. This inner city suburb located less than 2 kms from the Melbourne CBD has an average age of 24 years. (according to Census 2016). Carlton is home to many Apartments and student accommodations, which attracts many graduates and young professionals.
Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order:
Carlton Gardens
The Carlton Gardens is a World Heritage Site and oozing some of Melbourne’s longest history. Within the gardens, there are three gorgeous fountains that represent the artful reactions of Melbourne’s history. Trees along the walking path turn the garden into different paintings as the seasons change. There are also large areas of grassland and open spaces, perfect for that the lunch time picnic.
Royal Exhibition Centre
Royal Exhibition Building is one of the oldest remaining exhibition pavilions in the world. It has been the landmark of Melbourne city since 1880. It provides a great exhibition for those who love arts, architect or history. The stunning architecture is perfect for a selfie photo too, but it’s unique character stands out with pride.
Melbourne Museum
The Melbourne Museum is the largest museum in the southern hemisphere. For over 167 years, the museum has been showcasing Melbourne’s long serving history through art galleries, stories and public events. You will not only learn about Australia’s history, it will also teach both children and adults many other amazing worldwide facts. It’s well priced for families and you can devote your full day with the family.
Pauline Gandel Children’s Gallery
One of the most aspiring play centres for kids between 0 to 5 years old. Besides the standard climbing frames, children can be little palaeontologists excavating fossils in dinosaur digs or become botanists by exploring plants and stories in the discovery garden. There are other activities to help children learn about various animals. For more active kids, the gallery provides dance floors with music and projections of different animals too.
Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Exhibiting the rich and vibrant culture of Australian indigenous residents through a vast collection of artworks & crafts, vivid story telling and outstanding traditional performance.
Princes Park
Princes Park is a beautiful reserve surrounded by walking tracks, trees and other open spaces. It not only includes playgrounds for kids and open spaces for your pets, it has a popular 3.52 km loop where you’ll see many fitness enthusiasts getting their ‘sweat on’!
Carlton Recreation Ground’s football stadium in the heart of Princes Park, the original training ground for the Carlton Football Club (AFL team). Princes Park is great to catch up with friends, play a game of soccer, enjoy a lunch time picnic or a casual walk in the sun. On weekends, its a very active neighbourhood.
Argyle Square
Argyle Square is located off Lygon Street in Carlton. Formally the Carlton Bowling Club, Argyle Square has turned into an Italian style piazza with a bronze solar clock at the centre of the square and surrounded by Porphyry stone pavement. Locals can enjoy an authentic taste of Italy while enjoying the hustle and bustle of Lygon Street.
Readings Carlton
If you are looking for something truly different enjoy some bibliosmia through printed book. Readings Carlton, established in 1969, provides the largest collections of books in Melbourne. If you call yourself a ‘bookworms’ or a passionate reader, you’ll soon call this place your second home.
Lygon Street
Lygon Street is the heart and soul of Carlton. A street that rarely sleeps, you’ll experience some fine dining, shopping an so much more. If you are looking for a perfect cup of coffee, gelato, authentic pizza or a fine glass of wine this is the place to be. A foodies haven, you won’t be disappointed!. The night scene is were Lygon Street really picks up. There are many lively bars, clubs and beer gardens where you can party all night long!
Baker D. Chirico
Located on Faraday Street, Baker D. Chirico satisfies any cravings for fresh and delicious pastries. Grab a fresh loaf of bread, hot cross buns at Easter or spoil yourself with some amazing treats. Make sure you bring your credit card! You may end up spending more than you expect 🙂
