Swanston Street used to be a pedestrian precinct, but is now due to open to vehicles during the night.
On the corner of Swanston and Victoria Street you'll find the Melbourne City Baths. It was built in 1903 but is still open today as a sports centre.
Further along, on the Cnr Swanston and Collins Street, is Melbourne Town Hall and opposite the Capitol Theatre, which was built in 1927 and hosts a kaleidoscopic creation on the ceiling. The Town Hall offers free tours Tuesday - Thursday at 10.30am and 2.30pm. It is neceesary, however, to book in advance. Call (03) 9658 9464.
You will also find the State Library to the North of Swanston Street. the 17th Century building hosts a fantastic reading room with a domed ceiling. it offers free tours Monday - Friday at 2pm, and the 1st and 3rd saturday of each month. normal opening times are:
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