Planning to visit someone at Monash University, and wondering what Monash’s top attractions are? Or perhaps you’re a student curious about what there is to see and do around the Monash University campus?

Whether you’re seeing a friend in Monash, showing visiting family around, or simply needing fun activity ideas for the weekend, we’ve got you covered!

Located in the heart of Melbourne's science, education, medical, and research hub, PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne allows you to live, work, and play to the fullest—be it for a weekend or a longer stay. 

At PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne, our rooms and suites are designed with your comfort in mind. They also provide a clear connection to Monash’s local culture, with earthy textures and tones reminiscent of the Australian landscape.

Located beneath the hotel is the M-City Shopping Centre, where you’ll find K-Mart, Woolworths, Village Cinema, a dining hall, as well as a range of specialty stores.

For restorative wellness experiences, guests can easily access the adjoining M-City outdoor swimming pool surrounded by landscaped gardens, as well as a 24-hour fitness centre. 

Feeling hungry after all that exercise? 

For a scenic two-hour nature hike that is suitable for anyone of average fitness, get on the Scotchmans Creek Trail. This is a 13km on and off-road trail that will take you past wetlands and the Valley Conservation Reserve, where you can get a sense of what life in Monash might’ve been like in the past, before urban development took over.

Click here to download trail directions. To end your city escape, look out for the side connection to Chadstone—Australia’s biggest shopping mall—where you can settle down for a well-deserved lunch break or some retail therapy!

Get directions to Scotchmans Creek Trail Starting Point (11-minute drive from PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne)

Whether it’s for retail therapy or practical needs, you should head to Chadstone - The Fashion Capital. This iconic shopping destination is the southern hemisphere’s largest retail mall—and it’s also a world-renowned fashion and entertainment hub for locals and visitors. 

One thing’s for sure: you will find what you’re looking for with over 550 stores (including luxury brands) under one roof! And with almost 100 dining and fresh food outlets within easy reach, you’ll be able to rest and recharge between your shopping sprees. 

Get directions to Chadstone - The Fashion Capital (11-minute drive from PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne)