Waterfront sights in Melbourne
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Southgate
Southgate was the first shopping and dining complex built along the south bank of the Yarra, replacing billowing chimneystacks and saw-toothed factories. The complex joined its illustrious Southbank neighbours (the Arts Centre, Australian Ballet and Opera Australia) in the early ’90s. Southgate is well connected to the city via an arched footbridge, and riverside promenades run all the way west to the casino complex. You’ll find restaurants and cafés among the three levels of dining rooms that all enjoy a stellar outlook over the river and city. (Quality ranges from some of the city’s best to those simply after the tourist dollar.) Night transforms the skyline, wi…
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Gem Pier
Gem Pier is where passenger ferries dock to drop off and collect those who visit Williamstown by boat. It's a fitting way to arrive, given the area's maritime ambience. Williamstown Ferries (tel: 9506 4144; www.williamstownferries.com.au) plies across Hobsons Bay, stopping at Southgate (daily) and St Kilda (weekends), visiting a number of sites along the way, including Scienceworks and the Docklands.
Melbourne River Cruises (tel: 9629 7233; www.melbcruises.com.au) also docks at Gem Pier, travelling up the Yarra River to Southgate. Ticket prices vary according to your destination. Pick up a timetable from the visitors centre in Williamstown or at Federation Square, or con…
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