Impressive Victorian architecture defines this attractive shopping plaza in Melbourne's south end. Mosaic tiling, decorative wrought iron, timber work and a glass roof make this structure stand out. The arcade is accessible via Collins Street and Little Collins Street, an area that includes charming coffee shops and trendy cafes. The arcade houses more than 30 shops and the popular Hopetoun Tearooms.

A dizzying array of first class restaurants, charming cafes, shops, art galleries, museums and theatres greet visitors to the Swanston Street area, home of the Bourke Street Mall. The small area between Swanston and Elizabeth Streets is the actual area that's known as the Bourke Street Mall proper. Although small in size, it's long been seen as the epicenter of Melbourne shopping. The city's two major department stores reside here as well as an assortment of boutique shops and chain stores.

A trendy area, Chapel Street abounds with outstanding restaurants and high-fashion clothing stores. Lunch alfresco at one of the local cafes, and then spend the afternoon choosing an outfit and accessories from top Australian designers like Scanlan & Theodore. The nearby Greville Street, just off Chapel, has a slightly Bohemian, retro feel as it offers vintage clothing shops and other interesting stores. The area also hosts a street market on Sundays where shoppers can find everything from antiques to jewelry.

Striking architecture, beautiful landscaping, plenty of first-class restaurants and hotels and cosmopolitan boutiques make this one of the city's most desirable shopping destinations. Designer fashion, luxury items and expensive jewelry can be found aplenty at notable stores such as Chanel and Tiffany & Co. Architecture reflects a wealth of styles, from Victorian to Art Deco. Collins Street is also home to the city's popular Block Arcade retail area.

Situated along the Yarra River in the Southbank district, the Crown Entertainment Complex provides a myriad of shopping options as well as dining and entertainment venues, including casinos and theatres. High end designers such as Versace, Louis Vuitton, La Perla, Burberry and Prada find homes at the highly popular complex as do boutique shops, art galleries and gift shops.