Strategically located in the heart of Melbourne, Somerset on Elizabeth Melbourne are steps away from the Central Business District, a short stroll from Bourke Street Mall with easy access to Myer Department Store.

Somerset on Elizabeth Melbourne is perfectly positioned to cater for the business and leisure traveler. You will enjoy the conveniences of location, modern facilities and hotel-style services fused with the highlights of Melbourne's shopping, arts and entertainment scene.

Transportation Options

Buses

Buses operate throughout Victoria, in country towns and in Melbourne. The after hours Night Rider service also operates within metropolitan Melbourne on Friday and Saturday nights. Tour buses are also available with special sightseeing services, which provide detailed commentary of the attractions along the way.

Taxis

Taxis are all in bright yellow, making them easy to spot. Taxi fares begin with A$2.80, with an additional A$1.07 for every kilometer. The average fare for a trip from the airport to the city is usually under A$45.00. To be on the safe side, you can book a taxi on the telephone.

Trains

The country and suburban train services offer travel across Victoria or across Melbourne. Regular services are available from metropolitan and country stations, providing a fully accessible public transport service. Flinders Street Station is the hub of Melbourne's train system with all trains beginning or ending their journey there. Southern Cross Station is the central station for regional services.

Trams

Melbourne's world famous trams have been helping people travel around the city for more than a century, and are one of the prettiest ways to see Melbourne. They travel along most of the city's major thoroughfares, including Melbourne's main boulevard, St Kilda Road. City trams stop at every intersection and suburban trams stop every two or three blocks, extending out to about 15km into the suburbs.