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Precincts

The City of Melbourne has distinct precincts - small pockets of the city with their own unique character, colour and charm.

Each precinct has a recognisable identity. Some are small - just a lane or two - while others will transport you to another world in just a few streets.

Melbourne’s precincts offer culture, intrigue, romance and excitement, from the narrowest laneways to Melbourne’s marvellous waterfront.

Districts

Melbourne's precincts lie in five main districts:

  • District South: Yarra River, Southbank to South Wharf, North Bank, Federation Square, St Kilda Road and Domain Road.
  • District Central: CBD area within Spring Street, Flinders Street, La Trobe Street and Spencer Street. The district focuses on key retail areas in Bourke, Collins and Little Collins streets, Flinders Lane, the laneways and the arcades.
  • Docklands District: New Quay, Waterfront City, Harbour Town, Victoria Harbour, Yarras Edge and surrounds.
  • District North: Errol and Victoria streets in North Melbourne, Queen Victoria Market area, West Melbourne and Kensington
  • Cultural District: There are three cultural precinct areas within the City of Melbourne
    • Greek precinct: Lonsdale Street between Russell and Swanston streets
    • Lygon Street: Carlton (Little Italy)
    • Chinatown: Little Bourke Street, between Spring and Swanston streets

Further information

Map of Melbourne's Districts and Cultural Precincts (PDF, 185kb)

Melbourne Precincts Program at Enterprise Melbourne