Evocative, inventive, sophisticated. Right in the heart of the CBD. Elevate your wedding experience at Higher Ground.

Housed in a heritage listed former powerhouse in the heart of the CBD. Higher Ground is an all day dining destination known for it's evocative menu. Six connected levels wrap around the perimeter of the original brick building to create a suite of intimate tiered platforms. An evocative, inventive, and highly curated menu offers guests the very best that Melbourne has to offer.

By the lake in the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Terrace is the perfect garden wedding venue in the heart of the Melbourne.

Located in the unrivalled setting of Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens, a true Melbourne icon is revitalised – a conservatory by an ornamental lake. Equal parts romance, Australiana, cool botanica and modern grandeur, The Terrace is a place for every occasion, every celebration of life, from the ritual of morning coffee and hot scones to long lunches and unforgettable, world-class events.

The Lakeside venue provides the perfect backdrop for any special occasion. With uninterrupted views across the Ornamental Lake and city beyond, guests can mingle in the covered alfresco area while taking in the beauty of their surrounds. The venue features floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the interior with natural light and open onto an expansive outdoor terrace overlooking the Ornamental Lake of the Gardens and Melbourne’s iconic skyline. The space seamlessly combines indoor sophistication with the natural outdoor beauty of the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens.

An escape in the heart of the city. A table with a view.

The Observatory is where Melbourne’s natural beauty meets refined hospitality. Overlooking the lush expanse of the Botanic Gardens, it’s a place for lingering breakfasts, long lunches, and intimate dinners under the city lights. With a menu that shifts with the seasons and an ambience that feels grand and inviting, every visit is a moment to savour.