Eureka Tower, 297-meter high-rise building in Southbank, Melbourne, Australia
The tower features 91 floors with glass and aluminum cladding, including residential apartments, commercial spaces, and an observation deck at level 88.
Named after the Eureka Stockade rebellion of 1854, the building incorporates symbolic elements such as a gold crown representing the Victorian gold rush.
The structure integrates Australian heritage through its design elements, with blue glass representing the stockade flag and a red stripe symbolizing historical events.
The Skydeck observation platform on the 88th floor provides 360-degree views of Melbourne through twenty viewfinders that identify significant city landmarks.
At level 89, visitors find the Southern Hemisphere's highest restaurant, positioned 292 meters above ground, offering modern Australian cuisine.
Location: City of Melbourne
Inception: October 2006
Architects: Fender Katsalidis Architects
Official opening: October 11, 2006
Architectural style: modern architecture
Floors above the ground: 91
Elevators: 13
Height: 297.3 m
GPS coordinates: -37.82167,144.96444
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:56
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Melbourne offers iconic sites like the Queen Victoria Market, the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Great Ocean Road. The city features historic neighborhoods, major museums, 19th-century buildings, and natural spaces. Visitors can explore St Paul's Cathedral, the Shrine of Remembrance, Flinders Street Station, and the beachside area of St Kilda. Activities include penguin watching on Phillip Island, visits to art galleries, and discovering street art in Hosier Lane.
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