Searching for the best places to strike a pose? Luckily for us, Melbourne has quite a few iconic photobooths throughout the CBD (and outer suburbs) where you can capture your next keepsake of your romantic date or unforgettable night out. Whether you prefer the charm of vintage photo strips or the fun variety of the modern, high-tech booths, our guide covers the top spots to capture every season of your life. Grab your friends (or lover), flash a smile (or sneak a kiss) and take home a little piece of the city’s magic.
Head to the famous Flinders St Photobooth
Waiting for the train or love the look of 1970s vintage photos? Look no further than the historic Flinders St Photobooth, tucked away next to Boost Juice. Saved from the brink of closure in 2018 and now lovingly maintained by Metro Auto Photo, this is where you go if you want the real deal. Open 24 hours, these authentic black and white photo strips will cost you $8, but don’t forget to bring a few gold coins; this machine doesn’t take cards, which we think really adds to the ’70s nostalgia.
Take a pic at The Curtin Photobooth
Don’t miss an old-school rock n roll gig at everyone’s favourite pub, The Curtin. Grab a pint (or two), then take a memento to remember the night with the ’70s photobooth. This is the only vintage photobooth that you’ll find inside a pub. It opens 7 days a week, from lunch until late night. This booth offers you the analogue experience with the modern day convenience. Each strip costs you $8, with the machine taking both coins or card.
Peek behind the red curtain at Spiegel Haus Photobooth
Photobooth on a rooftop! Look no further than Spiegel Haus at Golden Square Car Park. Look forward to an unforgettable and dazzling night out, with thrilling shows like Blanc de Blanc Encore, Maho Magic Bar or Late Night Vice. But before (or after) the performance, dance your way to the photobooth right near the bar and take your raunchy photos! It’s card only and it’s $9 for a row of photos.
Flash back to the ’80s with PHOTO on Smith Street
Step inside this 1980s-era photobooth in Collingwood and pose for a retro black & white strip that looks like it stepped straight out of a vintage film. This photobooth costs you $8 and it’s card only, however this isn’t just a booth but a sanctuary for film lovers. It has a retro film vending machine for your late-night adventures. Plus a film lab drop box for when you’re ready to develop your photographic memories. Open 10am to 10pm, 7 days a week.
Capture cute moments with Hama Photobooth
Head on over to Hama Photobooth for the first Korean-style modern photobooth experience with professional cameras and some really cute accessories! There isn’t a time limit, and you’ll feel spoiled for choice with their array of different sizes, colours and templates. Plus you can get a physical and a digital copy which make it super social media friendly. With locations in the CBD and Glen Waverley, be aware prices may vary.
Take pet-friendly photos with Selfie Studio
Want a cute memento with your best pal? Come to Selfie Studio, for the digital photobooth experience designed to capture memories with your best furry friend. Make your photo more fun with props and custom designs. Plus choose between physical, digital copies or even GIFs for all those social media savvy friends. They’re open everyday (but times vary) so check their website before you head to Hawthorn.
Commemorate your market finds with South Melbourne Market Photobooth
Head to the oldest running market in Melbourne for good coffee, boutique shopping and even a vintage strip. This booth is the perfect place to grab your crew and create a classic memento. After fuelling up on dim sims or roaming the one-of-a-kind storefronts, don’t forget to pause for a flash and capture a wholesome moment. This must-visit booth takes card only and opens Wednesday, Fridays and weekends 8am – 4pm.
Capture your uni memories at RMIT photobooth
Whether you’ve just finished a late-night study sesh or in the middle of a legendary night out, this 24-hour, card-only photobooth at RMIT is perfect for students to document the highs (or lows) of student life for $8. This isn’t just a student hangout but one of the most accessible ways to experience the rare original model 17 photobooth designed in the late 1960s as it’s only a short walk from State Library Station.
Be transported to NYC or Seoul with SNAPCLUB
Snap Club just landed a few weeks ago and it’s an influencer’s dream. Rather than your standard backdrop, you’ll find elaborate concept rooms designed to level up your grid. Whether you want to pose in a hyper-realistic Seoul subway carriage or grab that trending high-angle elevator shot, these rooms are built for maximum aesthetic photo strip, perfect for any IT girl. Opens 7 days a week, and times vary. Find more info here.