Collingwood & Fitzroy

Smith street forms the boundary between Fitzroy and Collingwood and is a major nightlife and dining precinct - so much so that it topped Timeout’s Coolest Streets in the World list in 2021. The street gets quite rowdy late at night so expect to see crowds lined up to get into one of the many drinking venues or for a late night kebab. Huge rainbows painted on the sidewalks are a sign of the queer significance of the area - some of the most popular gay bars in the city are located here including Sircuit, Molly’s, Rainbow House Club and The 86.

Brunswick Street is the commercial heart of Fitzroy and is lined with trendy restaurants, bars and independent shops. A highlight is the rooftop bar Naked for Satan where you can get a bird's eye view of the neighbourhood and people watch as the sun sets over the city.

Gertrude street connects Smith and Brunswick streets and is a character-filled strip of florists, cafes, wine bars and restaurants. The pace of Gertrude Street is slower than Smith and Brunswick so it’s a great option for brunch, lunch or an evening wine. The leafy strip has an undeniable cool factor, as evidenced by it ranking at #2 on Timeout's list of coolest streets in the world in 2022.

Rose street is a narrow laneway that runs between Brunswick and Nicholson streets. It is the location of two weekly markets that capture the character of Fitzroy. The Art and Design Markets run on Saturdays and Sundays and are based on similar markets in London, Berlin and New York. You can browse stalls and chat directly with Melbourne’s best artists, designers, crafters and makers. In addition, the Health and Wellness Markets run every Saturday and feature fresh produce from local growers and makers.