Federation Square, Cultural hub at Flinders Street intersection, Melbourne, Australia.
Federation Square spans 3.2 hectares in central Melbourne, featuring modern architecture with geometric patterns made from zinc, glass, and sandstone materials.
The site transformed from Gas and Fuel Buildings into Federation Square through a 1996 design competition, opening to the public on October 26, 2002.
The Ian Potter Centre and Australian Centre for Moving Image present exhibitions of national artworks and screen culture within Federation Square.
Federation Square maintains continuous operation with direct access to Flinders Street Station, tram routes, and numerous dining establishments.
The large outdoor screen broadcasts sports events and cultural programs, drawing 9.7 million annual visitors to this Victorian Heritage listed site.
Location: City of Melbourne
Inception: 2002
Made from material: sandstone
Opening Hours: 24/7
Phone: +61396551900
Website: https://fedsquare.com
GPS coordinates: -37.81780,144.96871
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:07
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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