Metro Hobbies

Metro Hobbies is a long-established specialist hobby retailer on Bourke Street in Melbourne CBD, stocking radio-control vehicles, model kits (including Gundam), model trains, slot cars, diecast, LEGO and hobby supplies. The store combines over 40 years of local expertise with a central retail location and a fulfilment warehouse in Notting Hill.

Expect a large, product-focused shop with hobby tools, paints and spare parts, plus staff who can advise on builds and repairs. The store lists regular opening hours for weekdays and weekends and provides phone and email contact for enquiries.

A compact, well stocked specialist hobby shop catering to modellers, RC enthusiasts and collectors.

Look out for:

• Wide selection of RC cars, planes and accessories.

• Model kits (including Gundam), paints, glues and tools.

• Model trains, slot cars and diecast collectibles.

• LEGO sets and tabletop gaming supplies.

Best way to experience it:

Browse displays on-site to check scales and parts, bring reference photos or measurements for replacement parts, and call ahead if you’re chasing a specific kit or hard-to-find spare.

• Located at 257 Bourke St, Melbourne CBD; there’s also a Notting Hill warehouse for online orders.

• Official hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00; Sat 09:30–17:00; Sun 10:00–16:00 (check website for holiday exceptions).

• Phone and email contact available for stock enquiries: +61 3 9890 1144 / support@metrohobbies.com.au.

• Staff can advise on repairs and parts but specialist services may require appointment or off-site work.