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Mother’s Day is the ideal excuse to celebrate the most important woman in your life, and what better place to do it than Melbourne: a city that knows a thing or two about good food, world-class shopping and indulgence. Whether you’re after a chic staycation or a bespoke shopping experience, here’s your guide to making this Mother’s Day in Melbourne sparkle.
Start with breakfast at a chic cafe
Every great day starts with coffee, and Melbourne’s cafe scene is second to none. Hardware Société is the go-to for a little Parisian flair, serving up decadent baked eggs and buttery croissants that pair beautifully with expertly brewed coffee. If you’re after something a little grander, Higher Ground offers a high-ceilinged, heritage-listed setting where you can sip your flat white in style. Think ricotta hotcakes, perfectly poached eggs and an atmosphere that practically demands a lingering morning chat.
Stroll through the Royal Botanical Gardens
Once breakfast is sorted, stretch your legs with a slow wander through the Royal Botanical Gardens. This lush oasis in the heart of the city is the perfect place for expectant mums to take a deep breath and soak in a little tranquillity before her due date. Find a bench by the Ornamental Lake and take a moment to appreciate nature in all its glory.
Book a visit to the Paul Bram boutique
Make this Mother’s Day unforgettable with a beautiful piece of jewellery that expresses your love and lasts a lifetime. Whether you’re celebrating a new birth, commemorating a growing family or simply embracing the woman behind the mother, make the moment unforgettable with a visit to the Paul Bram boutique on Swanston Street.
Paul Bram is renowned for its exquisite selection of rare diamonds, including Argyle pinks, and precious gemstones, offering bespoke, heirloom-worthy pieces to be cherished for generations. Expect personalised service, a glass of champagne on arrival and the chance to view the Mother’s Day collection.
Indulge in a long lunch
After a glamorous morning sorting through diamonds at Paul Bram, it’s time to sit down for a leisurely lunch at one of Melbourne’s best restaurants. If mum loves a lively, buzzing atmosphere, Chin Chin is serving up a bold Southeast Asian Mother’s Day banquet, complete with glasses of celebratory Rosé on arrival. Prefer something a little more refined? Gimlet delivers European bites, while Reine & La Rue offers opulent French dining in the old Stock Exchange building. For those who’d rather swap a traditional meal for tiers of finger sandwiches and delicate pastries, Afternoon Tea at The Windsor is one of the city’s favourite splurges.
Catch a show in Melbourne’s theatre district
May is shaping up to be one of Melbourne’s most jam-packed months for theatre debuts. Watch as Jesus Christ Superstar merges genres from rock-opera to drama, or relish the iconic scores of Hadestown or Beetlejuice: The Musical. Whatever your pick, expect a show that’ll have you humming all the way home.
Visit THE LUME and walk along the Yarra River
If you’re not quite ready for the day to end, head to THE LUME, Melbourne’s expansive digital art gallery. Current exhibitions bring masterpieces to life with larger-than-life projections, music and interactive experiences. Afterwards, take a sunset stroll along the Yarra River, where the city skyline reflects beautifully in the water. It’s the ideal moment to pause, reflect and soak in the day’s memories.
End the day with a luxe staycation
Rest your head for the night in one of the city’s foremost hotels at Pullman Melbourne City Centre. Tucked away on Little Bourke Street, this sleek stay boasts Melbourne’s highest outdoor rooftop bar, incredible skyline views, a gourmet restaurant and a coveted spot just moments from the city’s cultural icons and famous laneways.
