Degraves St (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Degraves St?
What makes it 35% Baby-Friendly: Parents with babies may push a pram through quickly, but cafés offer no high-chairs, change tables or nursing rooms and staff often ask prams to fold, making extended visits stressful.
Positives:
- Artistic Atmosphere: Changing street art adds surprise on every visit.
- Central Location: Steps from Flinders Street Station make access easy.
Challenges:
- No Baby Facilities: Cafés lack high-chairs and baby-change tables on site.
- Narrow Spaces: Laneway width may require folding your pram frequently.
What is Degraves St?
- A compact, cobblestone laneway opening from Flinders Street into the Melbourne CBD
- A corridor lined with cafés, restaurants and boutique shops beneath art-deco awnings
- A key element of Melbourne’s laneway culture, marked by dynamic street art on its shutters and walls
What is so special about Degraves St for with baby?
- Easy short stroll with pram access
- Fun street-art hunting opportunity
- Quick treats at a family-friendly gelateria
- Central spot near Flinders Street Station
- Bring a baby carrier—seating is limited
Note: Degraves St is 35% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Melbourne for a more suitable experience.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: A short visit lets you stroll the laneway and enjoy quick stops without tiring your baby.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Degraves St
Laneway Stroll:
Walk Degraves St's cobblestones from Flinders St Station to Centre Place.
Tip: Fold your pram when passing busy café entrances to navigate narrow sections.
Street-Art Photo Hunt:
Spot colorful murals and changing graffiti on the shop shutters.
Tip: Bring a small prop to include your baby in fun laneway photos.
Grab Artisanal Gelato:
Pick two scoops from Pidapipo Gelateria to cool off.
Tip: Order in a cup or cone to share and enjoy under the neon sign.
Quick Coffee Break:
Sip flat whites at a café terrace without high-chairs.
Tip: Use a baby carrier and a standing table if seating is too tight for a pram.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Degraves St
- Visit Early: Arrive before 9 am for quieter laneway and easier pram access.
- Use a Baby Carrier: A carrier frees your hands and fits narrow walkways.
- Plan Nearby Facilities: Change and feed your baby at Federation Square or State Library.
When is the best time to visit Degraves St (Melbourne, Australia)?
In summer, visit before 10 am to avoid heat. In winter, enjoy outdoor heaters under café umbrellas and wrap your baby warmly.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Coffee and snack for two | AUD 25 |
| Gelato scoops | AUD 10 |
| Total Estimated | AUD 35 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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