Aurora Melbourne Central

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About Aurora Melbourne Central

Aurora Melbourne Central is a 270.5-meter-tall residential skyscraper in Melbourne, considered the city's third-tallest building and the fifth-tallest in Australia. The project was developed by UEM Sunrise and designed by Elenberg Fraser, with the name alluding to the natural phenomenon of the Aurora Australis. With 86 floors, the tower holds more than 1,200 units and ranks among the largest residential buildings in the country. Construction began in 2015 and was completed in 2019. Visitors can admire the tower's architectural height and its central location, while residents on the upper floors occasionally experience unusual weather phenomena such as snowflakes.

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At a glance

Category: Sight › Historic sites
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Address: 228 La Trobe St
3000 Melbourne, Australia
District: Melbourne
Phone: +61497777057
Website: www.aurora-oc.com
Email: aurora228latrobe@gmail.com
Coordinates: -37.80977° N · 144.96253° E
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Identifier: ID bba0d8a5-6dd…

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FAQ about Aurora Melbourne Central

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What is Aurora Melbourne Central?

Aurora Melbourne Central is a residential skyscraper in downtown Melbourne, Australia. The tower stands at 228 La Trobe St and is worth a look mainly for its architecture and height. With more than 1,200 apartments, Aurora Melbourne Central is one of the largest residential buildings in Australia.

How tall is Aurora Melbourne Central?

Aurora Melbourne Central is 270.5 meters (about 887 feet) tall and has 86 floors. That makes it the third-tallest building in Melbourne and the fifth-tallest in Australia. On the upper floors, residents occasionally experience unusual weather phenomena such as snowflakes.

Who built Aurora Melbourne Central and where does the name come from?

Aurora Melbourne Central was developed by UEM Sunrise and designed by the architecture firm Elenberg Fraser. The name alludes to the natural phenomenon of the Aurora Australis, the southern lights. Construction of the Melbourne skyscraper began in 2015 and was completed in 2019.

What can you see around Aurora Melbourne Central?

Right near Aurora Melbourne Central, about 84 meters away, is the Shot Tower Museum, a history museum. If you want to grab a bite to eat after visiting the Melbourne skyscraper, you have plenty of choices: travelguide195 lists around 477 restaurants within 500 meters.

Are there tours that pass by Aurora Melbourne Central?

Yes, Aurora Melbourne Central is part of the tour "Melbourne CBD Culinary: From Lunch to Midnight Through Laneways and Bars." The tour takes you through downtown Melbourne and combines views of the architecture with the laneways and bars of the city center.

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