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Portico Room & Balcony at Melbourne Town Hall


Why you'll love this venue

  • The venue features dramatic 70ft high ceilings and impressive chandeliers, creating a grand and opulent atmosphere that enhances the impact of any event.
  • The Town Hall, completed in 1887 and designed by Joseph Reed and Barnes, is a stunning example of Second Empire architecture, reflecting Melbourne’s rich historical and architectural heritage.
  • Melbourne Town Hall offers a range of elegant and high-end spaces perfect for any event, blending historic charm with modern amenities to provide a luxurious and memorable experience.
Undoubtedly one of the most impressive views in Melbourne, this stunning vista includes the Arts Centre spire, Flinders Street Station and St Paul’s Cathedral. Waive to the adoring public, as have many before you. A fantastic spot for cocktail receptions, this space can also be used for arrival drinks in conjunction with either the Yarra or Melbourne Rooms. The balcony space can be enclosed with blinds to provide additional shelter and the supporting Portico Room is available for predinner drinks: dine under the stars in spectacular style in this space.

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Price Guide

Price TypePrice Per Person (Starting From)
Day Delegate Package (DDP)$ 100
Half Day Delegate Package (HDDP)$ 73
2 Course Menu$ 78
3 Course Menu$ 100
3 Hour Canapes$ 69
3 Hour Beverage Package$ 53

Please note, that pricing may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the venue prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.


Room Layouts & Capacity

Theatre40
Standing120
Banquet50

Amenities & Extras

$= Additional Cost

Food & Beverage

Bar Tab$
Coffee / Tea$
External Catering$

Audio Visual Equipment (AV)

Microphone$
Speakers$

Other Amenities & Extras

Accessible
External Music or DJ$
Furniture Hire$
Lighting
Natural light
Outdoor Space
Restroom
Security$
WiFi

Other spaces at this venue

5 Spaces Available At This Venue
Main Hall

Main Hall

Main Hall is one of Melbourne Town Hall’s most impressive and glamorous event spaces: the perfect home for a gala fundraiser or opulent dinner. Imagine guest arrival through the gleaming marble foyer, with beautiful stained glass windows, ...

1990
1500
Price on Request
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Swanston Hall

Swanston Hall

Beneath an intricately designed glowing lighting dome, Swanston Hall boasts timber panelling, and rich green tones exuding opulence and finesse. This stunning art deco venue, is the only venue on the Ground Floor. A sizable mezzanine is a...

300
350
Price on Request
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Supper Room

Supper Room

The only room on the third floor of the iconic Melbourne Town Hall, this breathtaking space is perfect for a range of conferencing, performance, gala and networking events. An abundance of natural light streams in from the rooftop windows, ...

250
280
Price on Request
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Yarra Room

Yarra Room

This stunning space was once the Council Chamber for the City of Melbourne, and the beautiful wooden panelling and portraiture impart gravitas and dignity. Situated on the second level, and directly opposite the iconic Portico Balcony, this...

120
150
Price on Request
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Melbourne Room

Melbourne Room

With elevated views over Swanston Walk and Collins Street, the Melbourne Room is awash with natural light and elegant period charm. Decorated with priceless antiques and rich timber finishes, the Melbourne Room is ideal for formal luncheo...

30
50
Price on Request
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Venue Hours

Monday01:00am-Midnight
Tuesday01:00am-Midnight
Wednesday01:00am-Midnight
Thursday01:00am-Midnight
Friday01:00am-Midnight
Saturday01:00am-Midnight
Sunday01:00am-Midnight
Pricing Price on request

Event Types

30th Birthday Party40th Birthday Party50th Birthday PartyAGMAwards DinnerBaby ShowerBar MitzvahBirthday PartyBreakfastBridal ShowerBucks PartyChristeningChristmas PartyCocktail PartyConferenceCorporate FunctionCorporate OffsiteCorporate RetreatDinnerEnd of Financial Year PartyEngagement PartyFunctionHens PartyLunchMeetingNetworking EventProduct LaunchSeminarTrainingWeddingWedding CeremonyWorkshop