Wonderful place to go shopping and eat some nice treats. Is a beautiful building and cute stores, I found a beautiful blouse that is now my favorite piece of clothing. Totally recommend visiting

We visited Melbourne downtown as part of a cruise itinerary. Our local walking guide took us through - otherwise we would never have found it. I got some great Xmas gifts and the tea rooms were to die for

Melbourne is famous for its shopping arcades. With its gorgeous mosaic floors and ornate ceiling, Block Arcade may be the most beautiful. Built in 1891-93 and restored in 1988. Even if you aren't a shopper, come here for the architecture and the food! My 2 favorites are Haigh's Chocolates (in business since 1915) and the Hopetoun Tea Room (which dates back to 1892).

Constructed between 1891 and 1893....this arcade has stood the test of time. , it is considered one of the late Victorian era's finest shopping arcades. I arrived here on Friday ... I had not been to the arcade for a couple of years, but I never lose my fascination with its stunning architecture. My Grandmother used to take us ( my siblings, and cousins) here when we were young children to see the trumpeters perform as the clock struck. This visit was with my ex and we stopped to look around, and enjoy the atmosphere. Before wandering into this arcade, I stopped at the adjoining court briefly. The building adjacent to the Block Arcade at 288-292 Collins Street was built in 1890 as the Athenaeum Club, and in 1930 the ground floor was converted into an arcade, designed by noted architect Harry Norris, one of the earliest and most elaborate Art Deco interiors in Melbourne.This arcade originally connected through to the Block Arcade with the removal of one of the shopfronts in the Elizabeth Street wing.

This is one retail establishment not to be missed just based on its architecture and design; a blast from the past of shopping when money was no object. It is a museum in its own right featuring each shop with their own story. The staff are engaging, friendly and helpful. Bring you camera!

A visit to this arcade is must do Melbourne. Full of old world charm at every turn. Don't forget to visit Haigh's for some delicious chocolate and the Houptoun Tea Rooms for a decadent cake and real tea or coffee.

This old Victorian style arcade is like a living museum. It is well maintained and has some original items like a rare and old English scale. This is a good spot to window shop or stop for an afternoon tea with many tempting cakes and chocolates.

A pretty arcade off Collins Street in the heart of the CBD. It is ornate and pleasant but not overly interesting. The shops are good quality but it isn't overly long, so not a lot. Good spot for a sit down and coffee.

I frequently walk through and walk past this arcade. The art work is amazing and amazed people even when it was built well over a century ago. Today I was gazing at the Elizabeth Street entranced and noticed detail I had previously overlooked.

Block Arcade is a survivor of Marvelous Melbourne. The mosaic are intricately worked and the Classical style is impressive. A number of shops are doing business including Haigh's Chocolates and the Dr Seuss Gallery. Block Arcade can be entered either from Elizabeth Street or Collins Street. Block Arcade is a Melbourne icon.