Tuesday 5 November 2013

Queen Victoria Market

The Queen Victoria Market or also known as ‘Vic Market’ or ‘Queen Vic’ has been the center of the bustling and trading as well referred to as the ‘heart and soul’ of Melbourne for more than a century! The Queen Victoria Market is a historic landmark that covers over two city blocks and is open five days a week. Come by to the hustle and join the locals on a mini trip of mayhem through various sections of the market such as the Deli Hall where all the dips, pates, imported and local cheese, terrines, cured and preserved meats are found as well as dropping by the General Merchandise department where shopping is offered to you in a whole different level, be sure to keep an eye out beneath the Markets Shed’s lays a range of home & lifestyle products and gifts suited for about every occasion possible.  For a more details and memorable experience drop by to the Queen Victoria Market today and experience the heart and soul of Melbourne.
Location: The Market is on the corner of Elizabeth and Victoria Streets in Melbourne's CBD (Central Business District).

Enter the Market from Elizabeth Street, Victoria Street, Peel Street or Therry Street.
How to get there: 
·         By Train
The Market is within walking distance of Melbourne Central Station (Elizabeth Street exit, head north) and Flagstaff Station (north along William Street).
·         By Bus
The Melbourne Visitor Shuttle goes to the Market for free! Get off at stop 8.
·         By Bike
There is free bike parking in and around the Market. Major bike lanes leading to the Market run along Royal Parade and Victoria Street.
·         By Tram
Take the free City Circle tram. Get off at the corner of La Trobe and Elizabeth Streets and walk north to the Market. Catch any tram heading north
along Elizabeth or William Streets.
a)      From Flemington, take the 57 tram along Racecourse Road.
b)      From Moonee Ponds catch the 59 service to the Queen Victoria Market stop.
c)       If you’re in Brunswick, take the number 19 tram along Victoria Street.

Opening Hours: Tuesday & Thursday - 6am-2pm 
Friday - 6am-5pm (General Merchandise to 4pm)
Saturday - 6am-3pm
Sunday - 9am-4pm
Closed Mondays, Wednesdays & Public Holidays

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