Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC)
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre is the perfect place to share ideas, celebrate milestones, and dive into unique experiences in the heart of Melbourne. Feel the city’s vibrant energy in every moment as you discover the next big thing and join conversations that shape the future. With our visitor information, you’ll have everything you need to make the most of your time at MCEC, leaving you buzzing with inspiration and excitement!

ATMs: Cashless convenience
MCEC is a cash-free zone. Need cash? ATMs are located on the concourse near Door 4.
Charging stations
Stay connected and productive at charging stations conveniently placed throughout the venue. Find them at Shed Café, Plenary Café, Goldfields Café + Bar, and behind the Sovereign Room staircase and Door 17 staircase.
Cloak room
Are you looking to store your coat, pram, or luggage? Visit the Customer Service desk at Convention Centre Place, and the staff will happily assist you.
Parents room
For parents and children, the Parent Rooms provide a comfortable and private space equipped for changing or feeding. Located in both the Convention and Exhibition Centres.
Prayer room
Visit prayer rooms located in Melbourne Convention Centre.
Wi-Fi
There will be a dedicated premium free Wi-Fi network for the duration of AusRAIL PLUS 2025.
Getting here
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Getting to MCEC via public transport is easy and efficient with car, tram, train, bus, bicycle or taxi/rideshare options available. More information about planning your journey via public transport can be found on the PTV Journey Planner.
- Find your way in: For events at the Exhibition Centre, head to our Clarendon Street entrance. If you're heading to the Convention Centre, make your way to Convention Centre Place, between Pan Pacific Melbourne and DFO South Wharf.
- By train: Southern Cross Station is closest. Take tram routes 96, 109, or 12 to stop 124A Casino/MCEC/Clarendon Street outside our Clarendon Street entrance or walk 10 mins to reach our venue. All metropolitan trains are wheelchair accessible and have allocated spaces for passengers using mobility aids.
- By tram: Tram routes 96, 109, and 12 will take you to stop 124A Casino/MCEC/Clarendon Street which is outside our Clarendon Street entrance. Routes 70, 75, and the City Circle will take you to Stop 1 Spencer St/Flinders St, then you will need to make your way down Clarendon Street, generally a 5 minute walk. Trams on routes 96 and 109 are usually low floor. To find out if the next tram at your stop will be a low-floor tram, look for the wheelchair symbol on tramTRACKER® . Low-floor trams have allocated spaces for passengers using wheelchairs or mobility aids.
- By bus: Bus route 237 from Southern Cross Station stops at Eighteen Pence Lane/Lorimer Street, a short 10 minute walk from our Convention Centre Place entrance.
- By bicycle: Bike hoops are available at South Wharf Promenade (Exhibition Centre) and Convention Centre Place (Convention Centre). With over 2700 bicycle hoops scattered across the city, it's a convenient way to travel to our venue.
- By taxi/rideshare: Find a taxi rank/rideshare drop-off pick-up point just outside the Convention Centre Place entrance.
- From the airport: Grab a taxi or rideshare from your terminal and get dropped off at the Convention Centre Place entrance. Or take the Skybus to Southern Cross Station, then transfer to the tram or walk 10 minutes to our Clarendon Street entrance.
PARKING
Wilson Parking offers flexible rates and secure underground parking at the Exhibition Centre (A).
It also has accessible parking with lift access up to Door 1, 6 and 10 in the Exhibition Centre.
Book online to secure your spot at Wilson Parking
Additional parking is available at South Wharf Retail car park (B), Siddeley St car park (C), Freeway car park (D), or Montague Street car park (E).

Accessibility
MCEC is continually working to create a more inclusive experience for all visitors including:
- Assistance animals
- Assisted hearing
- Hidden Disabilities
- Vision impairment
- Wheelchair access and hire
- Wide and accessible seating