Melbourne CBD Pokies- Open Until 3AM with Free Tram Access

The Melbourne CBD is home to a handful of pokies haunts, open until the early (late!) hours of the morning. They are all quite walkable for the energetic, and reachable on the free city tram network for the more energy-efficient, or to be more blunt - running on a caffeine-free battery. Pokies in Melbourne CBD can be found in a range of venues, including bars, pubs and hotels (the drinking type, not the staying type!). Between them all, they total around 500 machines.

The The Welcome Stranger Hotel and The Clocks at Flinders lead the pack with around 100 machine entitlements each, making them popular choices for pokies enthusiasts. It's important to know that 'entitlements' refer to the maximum number of gaming machines a venue can legally operate, not necessarily the exact number on-site.

How to Reach the Best Pokies in the Melbourne CBD

Getting to each pokies venue in the Melbourne CBD is a breeze; depending where you are, you can take a leisurely stroll or just hop on a free tram and off you go! With the exception of the Golden Nugget Hotel, where you will need to walk a bit over a block, trams will drop you pretty much at the door or just up the road.

Use the free Melbourne City Tram to get to the Pokies in the Melbourne CBD

Don't miss the opportunity to explore Melbourne's iconic City Circle tram during your visit, offering a scenic journey around the CBD with glimpses of the city's historic landmarks. You'll find a bit of information about Melbourne CBD trams at the Melbourne Info website.

Top Pokies at the Crown Casino Melbourne

If you're looking for a more upscale gaming experience, the renowned Melbourne Crown Casino in Southbank has thousands of pokie machines across several gaming rooms. The casino is a short tram ride away from the CBD, requiring a Myki card for travel. If you'd prefer not to use a Myki card, take the free tram to stop #3, followed by a brief 5-minute walk to arrive at the casino's entrance.

Melbourne Crown Casino


Melbourne CBD has a great mix of pokies spots to check out, whether you're after a relaxed pub or the atmosphere of a more high-energy casino experience. With plenty of places to choose from, all easily accessible by foot or the free city tram, you're bound to find a venue that suits you.

Scroll down to discover the best pokies venues in Melbourne CBD, with convenient tram stop locations for easy access.


Explore Popular Pokies Venues in Melbourne CBD

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many pokies venues are in Melbourne CBD?

There are 7 pokies venues in the Melbourne CBD, spread across pubs, bars and hotels. Between them they total around 500 machines. The Welcome Stranger Hotel and Clocks at Flinders lead the pack with around 100 machine entitlements each. Crown Casino in nearby Southbank adds several thousand machines on top of this.

What time do pokies close in Melbourne CBD?

Most pokies venues in Melbourne CBD are open until 3AM. Victorian regulations permit gaming venues to operate from 10AM until 3AM daily, though individual venues may close earlier. Use our map to check real-time opening hours for each venue.

Which Melbourne CBD pokies venue has the most machines?

The Welcome Stranger Hotel on Bourke Street and the Clocks at Flinders both hold around 100 machine entitlements, making them the largest pokies venues in the Melbourne CBD. Machine entitlements refer to the maximum number of gaming machines a venue is licensed to operate.

How do I get to pokies in the Melbourne CBD?

The free Melbourne City Tram network is the easiest way to reach pokies venues in the CBD. Every venue on this page has a tram stop number listed - most are serviced directly at the door or within a short walk. The free tram zone covers the entire CBD so there's no need for a Myki card.

Is Crown Casino in the Melbourne CBD?

Crown Casino is in Southbank, which is just outside the CBD proper on the southern bank of the Yarra River. It's a short walk from the CBD - take the free tram to stop #3 on Flinders Street and walk across the river, or walk across from Flinders Street Station. Crown has several thousand pokies machines across multiple gaming rooms and operates 24 hours.

Are there pubs with pokies in Melbourne CBD?

Yes - the majority of pokies venues in Melbourne CBD are hotels and pubs rather than clubs. The Welcome Stranger Hotel, Golden Nugget Hotel, Mail Exchange Hotel and Pullman Melbourne City Centre all offer pokies in a pub or hotel setting. No membership is required to play at any of these venues.

Can I walk between pokies venues in Melbourne CBD?

Yes - all Melbourne CBD pokies venues are within walking distance of each other. The CBD is compact and flat, making it easy to visit multiple venues on foot. If you prefer not to walk, the free city tram stops directly outside or very close to each venue.