Currently undergoing an A$1.7 billion refresh scheduled to complete in 2028, Arts Centre Melbourne’s major stages are the 2,000-seat State Theatre, the 884-seat Playhouse, the 376-seat Fairfax Theatre, the Hamer Hall concert venue, and the Sidney Myer Music Bowl. Other spaces include The Channel learning lab, a range of bars and eateries, and exhibitions, particularly the Australian Music Vault, dedicated to the heritage of Australian music.
The center is home to performing arts companies including the Australian Ballet, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Melbourne Theatre Company, and Opera Australia, while the venues host big names from Australia and beyond. A Yarra River cruise is a great way to appreciate the spire, while a few city tours also stop by the site.