Filming Locations for Hire in Melbourne

In Melbourne, prices of filming locations average $120 hire fee per hour. The cost depends on capacity, location, and equipment available. Some spaces may offer lower prices on certain days of the week, so make sure to keep an eye out for discounted options. You can find options that offer packages with crew or professional gear, which can also affect the booking costs. Here's a breakdown of price ranges in Melbourne on Tagvenue:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• Ground Flr. Drive-In. Lights. at Yarraville Studio Hire in Yarraville - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Amazing place for photography and other filming needs!’

• Daylight Photo & Film Studio at Glow Studios – Daylight Loft Studio (G49) in Footscray - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Great location, great studio space with amenities.’

• Photography at ON3 Studio in Brunswick - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Kish was very welcoming and helpful. Looking forward to rent again for a bigger event!’

These are the venues within 1.8 km from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Rustic Loft at CBD on 8 Rankins Lane Level 2 - 350 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great studio, ideal location, and easy communication.’
• Workshop Space at Unison Mental Health on 3 York Place Carlton - 1.3 km from centre.
  Venue said: This top floor location sit within historic converted horse stables and shares the building with a wellness practice. The area is 53 sqm leaving plenty of room for larger groups and the ten meter tall original pitched ceiling...
• Melbourne Greenscree Studio at Atticus Media on 75 Smith Street - 1.8 km from centre.
  Venue said: The studio includes a client breakout room suitable for talent and crew use. Best for: Green-screen filming, live-streamed events and corporate video production are the kinds of production the studio is set up to support.

Cheap filming locations in Melbourne start from $60 hire fee per hour or $220 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Selective Studios at MK Realty, from $60 hire fee per hour (up to 6 guests standing)
  Venue said: MK Realty is a photo/film studio operating from industrial-style units; the building has large front roller doors that provide direct ground-level access to the studios.

• Photography Studio at Revolver Lane, from $220 hire fee per event (up to 10 guests standing)
  Venue said: Revolver Lane offers incredible spaces to work, meet, create and play in a sprawling location on Melbourne’s Chapel Street that must be seen to be believed.

• Ground Floor Workshop at Greenhouse Thornbury, from $140 hire fee per day (up to 15 guests standing)
  Venue said: The Ground floor workshop is specifically designed for artists and creators who work with large or noisy equipment and require a lot of space to create their art.

There are many fantastic and photogenic locations in the city. For large-scale outdoor spaces check favourites such as the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), Olympic Park, or the popular Yarra Promenade in Southbank that runs up to the South Gate Mall. Also, check out the cobblestoned and characterful Banana Alley, which runs along the Yarra on the North bank. The Royal Botanic Gardens, The Royal Arcade and the Victoria Army Barracks on St Kilda are wonderful historic locations for any production. The Causeway is also fantastic, and this narrow laneway between Bourke Street Mall and Little Collins Street is a popular filming location.

You will need to apply for a filming permit if filming involves more than a total of 6 people (including the crew). Also, a permit will be required if your equipment consists of more than one camera, microphone and vehicles or large props. If filming will block traffic or pedestrian access to any public areas you are also required to secure a permit. Some busy exterior locations in the city will have time restrictions and at those times you will not be able to schedule your filming. These restrictions and requirements also apply to private homes and businesses.

In Melbourne, you have an abundance of potential filming locations to hire. You can hire a professional studio with gear or you can go on location and set up your shoot in one of the city’s picturesque landmarks, restaurants, boats or even houses. Keep your eyes open in this beautiful city and start planning your next production.