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Things to Do in Essendon in 2025 - Top Attractions, Local Food, Hotels & Travel Tips (Updated May 2025) | Trip.com

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What to Do

Looking for things to do in Essendon? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Australian Open

Australian Open

8.9
4.6/591 Reviews
"Sports"
Melbourne Skydeck

Melbourne Skydeck

8.3
4.6/5601 Reviews
"Night view"
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

8.2
4.6/5783 Reviews
Melbourne Museum

Melbourne Museum

8.2
4.7/5376 Reviews
"Museums"
Melbourne Zoo

Melbourne Zoo

7.9
4.5/5411 Reviews
Carlton Gardens

Carlton Gardens

7.9
4.2/573 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
National Gallery of Victoria

National Gallery of Victoria

7.5
4.8/5250 Reviews
"Museums"
"Specialty exhibition halls"
State Library Victoria

State Library Victoria

6.9
4.6/5283 Reviews
"Museums"
Royal Arcade

Royal Arcade

6.7
4.6/5134 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne

St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne

6.6
4.5/5435 Reviews

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Essendon, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Punthill Essendon

Punthill Essendon

4.0/540 Reviews
Quest Moonee Valley

Quest Moonee Valley

4.4/574 Reviews
Brunswick Tower Hotel

Brunswick Tower Hotel

3.8/5104 Reviews
Quest Flemington Central

Quest Flemington Central

4.4/5131 Reviews
QUEENSVIEW168 APARTMENTS MOONEE PONDS

QUEENSVIEW168 APARTMENTS MOONEE PONDS

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Essendon Motel

Essendon Motel

2.9/598 Reviews

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Essendon dishes and foodie spots.
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The Royal Hotel Essendon

The Royal Hotel Essendon

3.9/514 Reviews
"Bars/Bistros"
Amazing Graze Tea Rooms

Amazing Graze Tea Rooms

4.7/510 Reviews
"Coffee Shops"
Friends of Ours Cafe

Friends of Ours Cafe

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"Western-style"
Copper and spoon

Copper and spoon

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Avg. AUD22/person
"Western-style"
RAB - Railway Administrative Building

RAB - Railway Administrative Building

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"Western-style"
Turkish Delight

Turkish Delight

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Auction Rooms

Auction Rooms

4.8/510 Reviews
Avg. AUD27/person
"Coffee Shops"
Vue de monde

Vue de monde

4.5/515 Reviews
Avg. AUD360/person
"Western-style"
"Sky-high"
No35

No35

4.7/56 Reviews
Avg. AUD119/person
"Western-style"
"Sky-high"
The Meat & Wine Co Southbank

The Meat & Wine Co Southbank

4.6/580 Reviews
Avg. AUD59/person
"Barbeque"
Waterfront Southgate

Waterfront Southgate

4.3/515 Reviews
Avg. AUD88/person
"Seafood"
"View"
Max on Hardware

Max on Hardware

4.5/510 Reviews
Avg. AUD76/person
"Western-style"

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