Overview
Completed in 1909, Flinders Street Station is one of Melbourne's most famous buildings, with its iconic yellow Edwardian Baroque facade and clock tower. Australia's first urban railway station and one of the world's busiest, it serves over 100,000 passengers daily. 'Meet me under the clocks at Flinders Street' is a quintessential Melbourne phrase, and the building itself is the city's most photographed landmark. Across the road, Federation Square and the Yarra River complete the central Melbourne scene.
Opening Hours
24 hours (station facilities: approx. 05:00-01:00).
Travel Tips
The illuminated station at night is especially beautiful. Federation Square across the street offers the best vantage point for photographing the full facade.
Hotels near Flinders Street Station
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