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 combines historic heritage and nature across several notable sites. The Queen Victoria Market, established in 1878, spans seven hectares and offers fresh products and local crafts. The Royal Botanic Gardens have housed over 8,500 plant species on 36 hectares since 1846. Flinders Street Station, built in 1910, marks the city center with its French architecture and green dome. Federation Square covers 3.2 hectares and hosts the Arts Centre, NGV Gallery, and restaurants. The surrounds of Melbourne provide various destinations. The Great Ocean Road stretches 243 kilometers between Torquay and Allansford, along limestone cliffs and rock formations of the Twelve Apostles. St Kilda is popular for its beach, pier, and Luna Park, an amusement park dating back to 1912. Phillip Island is a 100 km² natural reserve where penguins return to the coast each evening, and the island also hosts seal colonies. The Melbourne Museum displays natural history collections and Aboriginal culture, while the Eureka Tower offers views of the city from 297 meters high.
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