Palais Theatre

This famous art deco St. Kilda landmark hosts a range of live shows, including concerts, film festivals, dance performances and theater shows.

Book tickets to see a show under the dome of this iconic Melbourne live entertainment venue that has hosted so many celebrities during its lifetime. If the theater’s heritage-protected, creaking red seats could talk, they would tell of all the laughter and joy this venue has brought to the community, in good times and bad.

Located next to Luna Park, which has an iconic gate in the shape of gaping mouth, you can’t possibly miss the Palais Theatre near the Esplanade. The original cinema thrived as a theater and live music venue and in later years also hosted major ballet performances. The Rolling Stones, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan and The Beach Boys are among the big stars that have performed on its stage.

The Palais Theatre was commissioned by the American brothers Leon, Herman and Harold Phillips. These keen entrepreneurs first renovated the former Palais Picture early in the 1920s, but a fire destroyed the stage shortly before its grand opening. Instead of giving up, they asked the architect Henry E. White to design an even larger venue on the same spot, which opened its doors in 1927.

Most shows are on at night. Book your tickets online or through the phone bookings hotline to ensure your tickets are valid. Handling fees apply. Find the best seats in the Orchestra section facing the stage at Ground Level. Collect your booked tickets at the outlet in the city or line up for the Palais Theatre Box Office just before the doors open.

Several trams and buses stop near the venue. If you come by car, pay for a parking spot in one of St. Kilda’s covered car parks. There is a Bike Share station in front of the Palais Theatre. Food and beverages are available just before and during the intermission of the shows. Many nearby St. Kilda restaurants offer discount deals if you show your theater tickets upon arrival.

Since April 2017, the Palais Theatre is managed by Live Nation Australia Venues. Live Nation has vowed to restore the venue to its original glory over the next 30 years. Check the official Palais Theatre website or Facebook page to see if the works limit the show times during your planned visit.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near Palais Theatre

Luna Park Melbourne

Melbourne’s iconic oceanfront amusement park mixes old-school charm and modern thrill rides to create the perfect family day out.

St Kilda Beach

This seaside suburban village is home to Melbourne’s favorite beach, an iconic amusement park and a street lined with pastry shops.

Acland Street

Everyone knows the way to Melbourne’s heart is through the stomach and this famous dining strip in St. Kilda has been winning hearts for nearly a century.

St Kilda Pier

Stroll, cycle, rollerblade or go fishing at one of Melbourne’s most cherished landmarks and enjoy panoramic views of the city skyline and the waterfront.

St. Kilda Botanical Gardens

This historic botanical garden has a modern twist, incorporating a fascinating Eco-Centre into its green lawns, stunning native flowerbeds and rose garden.

Hotels near Palais Theatre

Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands

66 Aurora Lane

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Marvel Stadium, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and DFO South Wharf. Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex and Festival Hall are also within 15 minutes. Southern Cross Station is 5 minutes by foot and North Melbourne Station is 21 minutes.

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

300 Spencer Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Marvel Stadium, Melbourne Central, and Queen Victoria Market. Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex and Bourke Street Mall are also within 1 mi (2 km). Flagstaff Station is 6 minutes by foot and Southern Cross Station is 7 minutes.

Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Southbank

Corner of Southgate Ave & Riverside Quay

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex, Melbourne Central, and Melbourne Cricket Ground. Royal Botanic Gardens and Marvel Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km). Flinders Street Station is 7 minutes by foot and Melbourne Central Station is 17 minutes.

Pan Pacific Melbourne

2 Convention Centre Place

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Melbourne hotel is located on the riverwalk, just steps from Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and DFO South Wharf. Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex and SEA LIFE Melbourne are also within 15 minutes. Southern Cross Station is 16 minutes by foot and Flinders Street Station is 22 minutes.

Citadines on Bourke Melbourne

131-135 Bourke Street

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Melbourne aparthotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 10-minute walk of Her Majesty's Theatre, Parliament House of Victoria, and Bourke Street Mall. Hosier Lane and Forum Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Parliament Station is only a 4-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 11 minutes.

The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne

630 Little Collins Street

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of SEA LIFE Melbourne, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex. Marvel Stadium and Melbourne Central are also within 1 mi (2 km). Southern Cross Station is only a 2-minute walk and Flagstaff Station is 12 minutes.

Pegasus Apart'Hotel

206 A'Beckett Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Flagstaff Gardens, Queen Victoria Market, and Melbourne Central. Emporium Melbourne and Bourke Street Mall are also within 15 minutes. Flagstaff Station is only a 3-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 7 minutes.

Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

328 Flinders Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria, and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Melbourne Central and Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex are also within 15 minutes. Flinders Street Station is only a 4-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 13 minutes.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Melbourne - Flinders Street

270 Flinders Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Degraves Street and Federation Square. Bourke Street Mall and SEA LIFE Melbourne are also within 10 minutes. Flinders Street Station is only a 3-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 13 minutes.

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

215 Little Collins Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is steps from Melbourne Town Hall and Collins Street. Melbourne Central and Princess Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Parliament Station is 8 minutes by foot and Melbourne Central Station is 9 minutes.

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

44 Spencer Street

Rated 3.7 / 5 by Guests

Stamford Plaza Melbourne

111 Little Collins Street

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Regent Theatre, Princess Theatre, and Bourke Street Mall. Melbourne Central and Melbourne Cricket Ground are also within 1 mi (2 km). Parliament Station is 5 minutes by foot and Flinders Street Station is 10 minutes.

Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre

33 Ardlie Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Attwood, this hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Royal Melbourne Showgrounds, Highpoint Shopping Centre, and Flemington Racecourse. La Trobe University and Royal Children's Hospital are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Oaks Melbourne on Collins Hotel

480 Collins Street

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of Collins Street and Melbourne Central. Queen Victoria Market and Princess Theatre are also within 1 mi (2 km). Flagstaff Station is 9 minutes by foot and Southern Cross Station is 7 minutes.

Novotel Melbourne on Collins

270 Collins Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Melbourne hotel is located in the entertainment district, just steps from Degraves Street and Collins Street. Melbourne Central and Princess Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Flinders Street Station is 6 minutes by foot and Melbourne Central Station is 10 minutes.

Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel

60 Market Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Melbourne aparthotel is located in the entertainment district, just steps from Flinders Lane and Collins Street. Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex and Melbourne Central are also within 15 minutes. Flinders Street Station is 9 minutes by foot and Flagstaff Station is 11 minutes.

Mantra Tullamarine

2 Trade Park Drive

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located near the airport, this family-friendly hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Highpoint Shopping Centre, Flemington Racecourse, and Queen Victoria Market. Marvel Stadium and Her Majesty's Theatre are also within 12 mi (20 km).

City Tempo - Queen St

353 Queen Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Hardware Lane, Queen Victoria Market, and Melbourne Central. Collins Street and Carlton Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km). Flagstaff Station is only a 4-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 5 minutes.

Mercure Welcome Melbourne

265 Little Bourke Street

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Melbourne Central and Princess Theatre. Queen Victoria Market and SEA LIFE Melbourne are also within 1 mi (2 km). Melbourne Central Station is 6 minutes by foot and Flinders Street Station is 9 minutes.

Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens Melbourne

380 William Street

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central. SEA LIFE Melbourne and Marvel Stadium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Flagstaff Station is only a 2-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 9 minutes.

Rydges Melbourne Hotel

186 Exhibition Street

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Chinatown, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Her Majesty's Theatre, Collins Street, and Princess Theatre. Carlton Gardens and Melbourne Central are also within 15 minutes. Parliament Station is only a 4-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 12 minutes.

ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

15-21 Therry Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central. Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens are also within 15 minutes. Melbourne Central Station is 7 minutes by foot and Flagstaff Station is 12 minutes.

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

Arrival Drive

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne, this family-friendly hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from URBNSURF Sports Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of DFO Essendon and Highpoint Shopping Centre. Flemington Racecourse and Moonee Valley Racecourse are also within 12 mi (20 km).

ibis Styles Kingsgate

131 King Street

Rated 3.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of SEA LIFE Melbourne, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and Bourke Street Mall. Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex and Marvel Stadium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Southern Cross Station is only a 4-minute walk and Flagstaff Station is 9 minutes.