11° · Clear nowBest time: Tomorrow 5 pmCosy enough to lose an afternoon in.
TheatreChinatown
Athenaeum Theatre
- 4.42.8k reviews
Ornate 19th-century Collins Street theatre hosting comedy, music and musicals, including Comedy Festival shows.
Quick answers
Athenaeum Theatre in short
When is the best time to visit Athenaeum Theatre?
It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Is Athenaeum Theatre indoors or outdoors?
Indoors: a good pick when it rains.
Is Athenaeum Theatre good for kids?
Sometimes: Depends on the show; check age guidance per event.
How much does Athenaeum Theatre cost?
It isn't free.
Do you need to book Athenaeum Theatre?
Yes, you need to book ahead.
How long do you need at Athenaeum Theatre?
About 2.5 hours.
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Where is Athenaeum Theatre?
188 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000.
Is Athenaeum Theatre wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible seating, wheelchair accessible restroom.
Status, rating and hours checked on 6 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from
Right now · 10:00 pm
Why it fits right now
Not one for this hour.
Go tomorrow at 5 pm instead.
In its favour
- Warm inside
- Hours not listed
- Indoors
Worth knowing
- Book ahead
- Hours unknown: check before you go
11°
Clear
- Feels
- 8°
- Rain
- 0%
- Wind
- 14km/h
- 11pm
10° - 12am10°
- 1am9°
The next five days
Best time to go
When your plans and the weather actually get along. Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.
Before you go
Plan your visit
Hours
Hours aren't listed. Call or check the website before you go.
Where and how
- 1 Athenaeum Theatre
- 2 Bistrot d'Orsay · 1 min
- 3 The George on Collins · 1 min
- 4 Gin Palace · 2 min
- 5 Depot Adventures · 2 min
Good to know
- Kids: Depends on the show; check age guidance per event
- Indoors
- Book ahead
- Allow about 2.5 h
- Step-free entrance
- Accessible washroom
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.4from 2.8k reviews
Known for
- Comedy Festival
- Rocky Horror Show
- Heritage interior
What people say
- People like:
- Atmospheric old theatre with an intimate feel
- Worth knowing:
- Tight leg room and uncomfortable seats
Around Chinatown
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
Bistrot d'OrsayFrench · 1 min walk
The George on CollinsCocktail bar · 1 min walk
Good nowGin PalaceCocktail bar · 2 min walk
Depot AdventuresTours · 2 min walk
On nearby
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Leave with a jacket.
JacketThe whole time
It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.