Melbourne

Most of the central city's dance clubs are along the King Street strip, or near the corner of Queen Street and Little Collins Street. Clubs usually open at 9 or 10 weekends and some weeknights, and stay open until the early-morning hours. Expect to pay a small cover at most clubs—between A$15 and A$20.

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  • 1. Esplanade Hotel

    St. Kilda

    Not only is this hallowed live music venue a great place to see local bands, but the Esplanade, or "Espy," is a historic pub—built in 1878—listed with the National Trust. Following a three-year renovation, she has retained her iconic band room, and added a swag of new bar spaces and three restaurants including My Tiger for Cantonese cuisine, in vibrant, beautiful settings: grab a table on the terrace to be seen.

    11 The Esplanade, Melbourne, Victoria, 3182, Australia
    03-9639–4000
  • 2. Cherry Bar

    City Center

    This iconic and intimate, this rowdy rock 'n' roll bar is located on AC/DC Lane. The address alone says it all.

    AC/DC La.
    - 03 - 9639–8122
  • 3. Corner Hotel

    Richmond

    The Corner Hotel has alternative, reggae, rock, blues, and jazz gigs with an emphasis on homegrown bands. Tasty pub meals can be had on the rooftop for a pre-gig dinner or in the beer garden, 'Round the Corner.

    57 Swan St.
    - 03 - 9427–7300 - bar
  • 4. Max Watt's House of Music

    City Center

    This popular venue is known for live local and lesser-known international rock bands, and as a stand-up venue during the International Comedy Festival.

    125 Swanston St.
    - 1300 - 843–443 - tickets
  • 5. Palais Theatre

    St. Kilda

    This theater, which first opened in 1927, features film, music festival openings, and concerts by Australian and international acts such as the Soweto Gospel Choir and Joe Bonamassa.

    Lower Esplanade
    - 03 - 8537–7677
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  • 6. Prince of Wales

    St. Kilda

    For rock and roll, punk, and grunge, head to the Prince Bandroom at the Prince of Wales, which attracts a straight and gay crowd. Ticket prices vary widely, depending on the gig.

    29 Fitzroy St., Melbourne, Victoria, 3182, Australia
    03-9636–1111
  • 7. Spotted Mallard

    Brunswick

    In addition hosting live bands, this venue also has trivia nights and serves a range of microbrewery beers.

    314 Sydney Rd.
    - 03 - 9380–8818
  • 8. The Night Cat

    Fitzroy

    Bands and DJs play Afro-Cuban and disco dance music here Thursday to Saturday evening, and the Latin big band on Sunday night is legendary.

    141 Johnston St.
    - 03 - 9417–0090

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