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Discover Melbourne’s best cocktail bars with our lively crawl featuring four fantastic venues. Sip creative cocktails amid velvet seats, quirky decor, and rooftop terraces, all while enjoying a vibrant pub atmosphere. Explore the Central Club Hotel in North Melbourne, groove at The Toff, indulge at The Carlton Club, and relax at The Emerald Peacock. Perfect for a fun night out with food, drinks, live music, and unforgettable vibes—cheers to Melbourne’s nightlife!
Last updated: July 2025
Embark on a spirited journey through Melbourne’s most dynamic cocktail bars, where each stop offers a fresh wave of energy and distinct personality. Begin your night at a beloved North Melbourne pub that fuses casual comfort with expertly crafted drinks and hearty eats, perfect for fueling the evening ahead. Transition to an art deco gem perched above Swanston Street, where sultry booths and live performances set the stage for intimate conversations and vibrant crowds. The crawl then charges into a psychedelic playground on Bourke Street, alive with colorful decor, inventive cocktails, and pulsating beats that invite you to dance the night away. Finally, ascend to a chic rooftop sanctuary where velvet luxury meets sparkling chandeliers, offering a stylish setting to savor your last sips alongside street food delights. This curated route promises an exhilarating blend of flavors, moods, and social energy that captures Melbourne’s cocktail culture at its finest.
Kick off your night with the vibrant buzz of a modern North Melbourne pub where classic burgers and wings meet meticulously crafted cocktails, setting a flavorful and social tone that primes you for the adventure ahead.
The next stop is a brief and energizing walk into the heart of the city, shifting from casual pub warmth to art deco sophistication at The Toff.
Step into an art deco sanctuary alive with live music and late-night DJs, where intimate train carriage booths and house-crafted drinks create an alluring atmosphere that balances cozy charm with electric nightlife energy.
The next stop is a lively stroll down bustling Swanston Street toward a kaleidoscopic cocktail haven on Bourke Street.
Immerse yourself in a psychedelic explosion of colors, quirky animal motifs, and bold gastropub flavors, where dynamic DJs and multi-level dance floors keep the momentum high and the vibe wildly energetic.
The next stop is a short, invigorating walk to a sophisticated rooftop retreat that offers a stylish contrast to the vibrant energy just experienced.
Conclude your crawl in style at a multi-level bar where velvet seats and dazzling chandeliers complement a chic rooftop terrace, offering a perfect blend of energetic social buzz and refined indulgence alongside street-food favorites.
The next stop is the final one on this crawl, allowing you to fully unwind and soak in Melbourne’s nightscape from above.
This Melbourne Cocktail Bar Crawl is your passport to a night packed with flavor, rhythm, and unforgettable social moments. Whether you’re starting with hearty pub classics, dancing amid psychedelic brilliance, or savoring cocktails under the stars, each bar invites you to dive deeper into the city’s electric nightlife. Gather your crew, pace your pours, and let the city’s vibrant spirit guide your adventure. Cheers to a night that’s as bold and dynamic as Melbourne itself!
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