Top 3 Areas to Avoid in Melbourne at Night

by Paul Bonadio (subscribe)

You don't need to be Mayor to know that Melbourne is one of the world's finest cities. You also don't need me waffling on about why our city is so great; you've been there and experienced it for yourself.

Like any other city, however, there are areas worth side-stepping. Listed below are three such examples. Although not inherently dangerous spots, they have been known to breed trouble, especially when the sun goes down.

1 – The Steps Outside Flinders Street Station

Despite the heavy police presence, the steps outside Flinders Street station continues to attract its share of trouble-makers and religious fanatics. It's never a pleasant experience sifting through such characters to catch the 10.48pm train home. The best alternative is to veer left and use the turnstiles opposite Federation Square instead.



2 – Swanston Street - McDonald's and Hungry Jack's

24 hour restaurants are a haven for drunks and angry clubbers who are still feeling the effects of that last Jager shot. The McDonald's and Hungry Jack's near the bottom of Swanston Street are prime examples. If you're in the city and have the munchies, wait until you get home to eat the left over Supreme you ordered before you went out.

3 – The MCG after a Collingwood Loss

Okay, slightly tongue-in-cheek. Still, if you're walking past the MCG, try not to aggravate supporters of the losing club. It's just asking for a flag to be launched like a javelin. This goes for followers of all teams, not just the Magpies (well, maybe except for Kangaroos supporters, they're a pretty placid bunch).



Got any other spots you feel should be avoided? Please feel free to comment below.

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Why? Because you can never be too safe

Where: Melbourne

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