The Queen Victoria Building is worth stepping inside even if you are not shopping, a beautifully restored Victorian arcade running a whole block through the city centre. Under its stained glass and the hanging Royal Clock you will find boutiques, tea rooms and specialty stores across three genteel levels. It is also a cool, dry shortcut on a hot or wet day. Ride the sweeping staircases to the top floor for the best view of the dome, and pause for a proper afternoon tea at the Tea Room.