Melbourne Victoria Map

About Melbourne, Victoria

Melbourne is a locality in the Melbourne City local government area of Victoria, Australia. With a population of 5,350,705, it is one of the largest cities in Australia. The locality covers an area of 6.5 km², giving a population density of about 820660.3 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 25 m above sea level. It lies approximately 2 km southeast of Melbourne. Melbourne is located at 37.8275°S, 144.9799°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3004.

Melbourne unfurls along the northern bank of the Yarra River, its urban heart a gentle slope towards the water, giving way to the broader expanse of Port Phillip Bay to the south. It lies 1.5 km east of Southbank, VIC (from Southbank, VIC: bearing 99°T), and is situated 13.0 km south of Reservoir. This is a landscape shaped by the patient sculpting of water, where the river, a silver ribbon in the morning light, flows with a steady purpose towards the sea. The air here often carries a certain crispness, a hint of the bay's breath, particularly as the day draws towards its close and the sky above Melbourne takes on hues of rose and lavender. Even within the city's bustling core, pockets of green emerge, offering respite and a connection to the earth, a reminder of the natural contours that have been overlaid with the intricate patterns of human endeavour.

Melbourne’s story began with the establishment of a colonial settlement, a seed planted on this fertile ground that has since blossomed into a vibrant metropolis. Its economy, once deeply rooted in the wool trade and the gold rushes that defined much of Victoria’s early wealth, has diversified and matured. Today, Melbourne is a powerhouse of finance, education, and technology, with a thriving creative industries sector that pulsates through its laneways and cultural precincts. The city’s industrial heritage, though less visible in the modern skyline, is still etched into the fabric of its older suburbs, a testament to the ingenuity and hard work of generations who built Melbourne from the ground up. The hum of commerce is a constant, yet beneath it lies a more ancient rhythm, the quiet enduring presence of the land itself.

The cultural tapestry of Melbourne is rich and varied, a reflection of its diverse population and its embrace of the arts and sport. The city is a fervent supporter of professional sports, with teams like the Collingwood Magpies in the AFL, the Melbourne Storm in the NRL, and Melbourne City FC in the A-League drawing passionate crowds. Cricket is also king, with the Melbourne Stars a prominent force in the Big Bash League, while the Melbourne Rebels represent the city in Super Rugby and the Melbourne United are a leading NBL franchise. Each year, Melbourne bursts with energy during major events such as the Australian Open tennis tournament and the Melbourne Cup horse race, alongside a calendar filled with festivals celebrating everything from food and film to arts and music. Iconic landmarks such as the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria and the Shrine of Remembrance stand as enduring symbols, while the nearby shores of Port Phillip Bay offer the allure of sandy beaches. Renowned institutions like the University of Melbourne and Monash University draw students from across the globe, contributing to Melbourne's intellectual vibrancy. The city has been home to a constellation of celebrated individuals, from the literary prowess of authors like Peter Carey to the acting talents of Cate Blanchett and the musical legacies of artists who have emerged from its dynamic music scene, all of whom have contributed to Melbourne's enduring global reputation.

About This Melbourne Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Melbourne, Victoria with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Melbourne, in the Melbourne City local government area.

Detailed location data for Melbourne includes the postcode (3004), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Melbourne City), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.

Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Melbourne is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.