If you're looking for something to do in Melbourne, lift your head and look up. You will see the Eureka Tower – one of the main skyscrapers of the city and the country, which can not be ignored. Go there to explore all of the sights of Melbourne from a bird's eye view, enjoy a mesmerizing panoramic view of the surrounding area, get an adrenaline rush, or relax away from the hustle and bustle.
The Eureka Tower was built in 2006 and remained the tallest building in Melbourne until 2019 when it was overtaken by the «Australia 108» skyscraper. Nevertheless, the tower is still an important national landmark and ranks third on the list of the nation's tallest buildings.
The Eureka Tower was named after the fort of the same name in Ballarat and the Eureka Gold Rising that took place there in the mid-19th century. The historical event is reflected not only in the name but also in the design of the building. For example, its exterior features red and gold elements that symbolize the blood spilled during the gold rushes in Australia.
Although the Eureka is a residential building that hides 556 apartments behind its sky-blue glass facades, tourists are always welcome. There are plenty of exciting entertainment options for them.
The highest observation deck in the southern hemisphere Skydeck is on the 88th floor of the tower. Although the deck is located at an altitude of 285 meters, you can get there in just 38 seconds by a super-fast elevator. It is the best place to see and explore all of the major attractions of Melbourne at once: the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Federation Square, Port Phillip Bay, Flinders Street Station, Lake Albert Park and the race track around it, the Dandenong Mountains... Multilingual guides will help you navigate the city's attractions, and numerous panoramic binoculars – see them in all their glory.
The most daring visitors are welcomed at the attraction called the Edge. It is a glass cube that protrudes 3 meters from the building and adds a degree of thrill to the observation of the city.