Princess Theatre (Melbourne) Theater
Historic Melbourne theatre hosting stage productions and concerts
Melbourne's ornate Victorian-era playhouse on Spring Street, known for touring musicals and ballets; theatregoers come for its richly decorated interior and a long program of commercial and independent shows.
The Princess Theatre is a historic 19th-century theatre on Spring Street in central Melbourne and is among the city’s longest-running theatrical venues. It is a principal venue for major commercial musicals and stage productions.
The theatre dates to the 19th century and has been rebuilt and renovated at various times while retaining a heritage interior and façade. It has a long association with Melbourne’s performing-arts scene and commercial theatre presentations.
Situated on Spring Street in Melbourne’s central business district, the theatre is close to Parliament House and public transport links.
- Central location: located on Spring Street in central Melbourne, immediately adjacent to the city's legal and parliamentary precinct and well served by public transport.
How to Get to Princess Theatre (Melbourne)#
The Princess Theatre is on Spring Street in Melbourne’s East End theatre district, a short walk from Flinders Street Station (about 8-12 minutes). Tram routes along Collins and Flinders Streets stop nearby; limited street parking is available but public transport is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Princess Theatre (Melbourne)#
- Buy tickets in advance for major productions; last-minute returns can appear but are not reliable.
- The theatre is on Spring Street - arrive early to see the historic exterior and to catch the city traffic calming down.
- Check for weekday matinees if flexible - they can be easier on parking and public transport.
Best Time to Visit Princess Theatre (Melbourne)#
The Princess Theatre in Melbourne is busiest during the city's theatrical seasons; check the theatre's events calendar for show-specific details.
Weather & Climate near Princess Theatre (Melbourne)#
Princess Theatre (Melbourne)'s climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in February) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (667 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 69 mm of rain.
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November
November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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