Views & landmarks
120 Collins Street
120 Collins Street
Located in the heart of Melbourne, this 265-meter high-rise is a prominent feature of the city's skyline. Built between 1989 and 1991, the building consists of 50 floors of office space. Travelers visit this landmark to observe the modern architectural scale of the central business district and to view the surrounding urban landscape.
Getting There
The building is situated within the central business district (CBD). It is accessible via a short walk from the city center's main transport hubs or by using the city's free tram zone. Depending on your starting point within the center, the journey typically takes between 5 and 15 minutes.
Time Allocation
Since the building primarily serves as a commercial office tower, most visitors spend approximately 30 to 60 minutes viewing the exterior and the immediate surrounding plaza.
When to Visit
The area is busiest during weekday business hours when office workers are commuting. To avoid the heaviest crowds, visit during the weekends or early morning. The building is accessible year-round, regardless of the season.
Nearby Attractions
Because of its central location, you can easily combine a visit here with other nearby landmarks:
- 101 Collins Street: 0.2km
- Melbourne Athenaeum: 0.2km
- St Paul's Cathedral: 0.4km
- ACMI: 0.4km
Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors