Finding the perfect background for your video content is almost as important as the content itself. If you are in the Melbourne area, however, you are in luck.
One of the most diverse cities in the world, Melbourne has it all. Regardless if your video production requires a beautiful and relaxed nature spot, modern architecture, or you want to go back in time, there is a location that is just right for your video shoot. It is simply the perfect place to fully unleash your creativity.
We’re compiling our favourite spots for shooting excellent video across Melbourne:
1. Melbourne’s Laneways
Melbourne’s laneways are one of the iconic symbols of this Australian city. With their vibrant street art and graffiti, they are the perfect location if you are willing to accent on Melbourne’s free spirit.
If you’re looking for street art, head to Hosier Lane. The picturesque street looks like a gallery of urban art. Keep in mind, however, that the popularity of the lane means it’s full of tourists so head there early if you want to be able to shoot without disruptions.
Other lanes famous for their graffiti and art include Croft Alley, Duckboard Place, Union Lane, Blender Lane, and more.
And don’t forget AC/DC Lane, named after the famous Australian rock and roll band. A tiny but famous laneway, it is a great background for any music-related content. Formerly known as Corporation Lane (the generic name used for any unnamed lanes in Melbourne), in 2004 it was renamed in tribute to AC/DC, mostly because of its position in the rock and bar district in the city.
2. Melbourne’s Cafe and Restaurant Scene
If you need a picturesque cafe or a cozy restaurant for your Melbourne video production, Centre Place is the spot for you. With its distinctive bluestone cobbles, Centre Place is an ideal location if you’re looking to accent on the local culture.
Head across Flinders Lane to Degraves Street for a more European vibe with the street’s famous Italian locales and french-styled decor.
Hardware Lane is another popular option for food lovers. In the afternoon the street is packed with locals looking for a bite or a drink after work. The street provides international kitchen restaurants in a cozy atmosphere, live music, and a chance to enjoy Melbourne at it’s finest.
3. The Botanical Gardens
The Royal Botanical Gardens provide 38 hectares of tranquility. And the 8,500 different species of plants hold much more than an aesthetic purpose. They are also used in science and education. Regular events are held in the gardens every day throughout the year, including workshops, activities, movies, music, and much more.
If your content requires a relaxed and beautifully arranged location, you don’t want to overlook these gardens.
Keep in mind, though, that the Royal Botanical Gardens are a very popular spot for filming and photography. To use the location for your video production, you need to ask for permission and issue a specific permit before the desired shooting date.
4. Eureka Skydeck
For a spectacular view over Melbourne, you can go 88 floors up in the sky in the Eureka Skydeck. 285 meters off the ground, the Skydeck is a great location if you want to accent the romantic side of Melbourne.
Head there before sunset or after dark to capture the unique atmosphere that makes the Eureka Skydeck a popular proposal spot for the locals.
While the night provides a great opportunity to relish in the city lights below and the stars above, the daytime also has a lot to offer. The view over the Royal Botanical Gardens, Albert Park Lake, the CBD, and all the way to the Dandenong Ranges is breathtaking and worthy of being captured in a quality video production.
5. Queen Victoria Market
Queen Victoria Market is another iconic symbol of Melbourne and a worthy location for your Melbourne video production. The night market has been a tradition in the summer ever since 1878.
If you need to show the living hearth of the city at night do not think twice. Grab your equipment and head to Queen Victoria Market. The spot is also a great background if your content is centered around food, drinks, locals, or specialty shopping.
6. Yarra Valley
If you are looking for a mesmerizing and diverse location for video production near Melbourne, Yarra Valley provides numerous breathtaking spots to choose from. It offers wild areas like the Rainbow Gully Farm, Cement Creek Road, and Olinda Falls. It is home to peaceful sanctums like the Balinese Spa Retreat and the William Ricketts Sanctuary, the perfect spot to forget about the tension of the city. You could go back in time with the historical railway stations of Belgrave and Healesville, or enjoy the beautiful Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens and the 1000 Steps.
Whatever it is you are looking for in your next shoot, Yarra Valley can likely provide it for you.
7. Great Ocean Road
Another picturesque setting for your Melbourne video production is the renowned Great Ocean Road.
The stunning view of the ocean is just a small part of what the Road has to offer. If your content revolves around nature and wildlife, then you should definitely visit one of the whale-watching spots, or simply go and check on the koalas and kangaroos. There are plenty of them around. You could even catch a glimpse of the maremmas, the famous dogs trained to protect the penguins living on Middle Island.
One of the most famous sightings at the Great Ocean Road, however, are the Twelve Apostles. These 45-meter limestone cliffs are world renowned and provide the perfect background if you want to accent the Australian origin of your content. The Apostles, as well as the beaches all along the Great Ocean Road, could also be a very romantic setting. It all depends on the way you look at it.
One of the best cities for video production, Melbourne has it all. A short list of locations is enough to show the endless possibilities the city provides for creative professionals. All you need to go is to grab your camera and release your content’s full potential.
And if you are looking for a trusted professional video production company with years of experience shooting in Melbourne, contact Vidico today.
