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Suburb Profiles (20)      Melbourne Suburbs (6)      Fitzroy (1)     

The bohemian capital of Melbourne. Fitzroy was once a rough area. Those who love noise, socialising and action belong here. Fitzroy is a temple to the boho, bookish, creative, arty, and to the politically astute.



Brunswick and Gertrude Streets attract both locals and visitors to Melbourne who love shopping for themselves. You can easily spend a few hours along Brunswick Street. When you're here, you definitely want a coffee of some description. The area is much cleaner than what it once was. On weekends, Brunswick Street is naturally crowded.



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More warehouse converted apartments are found here. Otherwise Fitzroy is home to Victorian terrace homes and workers cottages.



Postcode: 3065

Vibe: Let's talk politics and art over coffee, and bohemian like you.

If Fitzroy was a food it would be: Salad and a latte.



If Fitzroy was a cartoon character it would be: Felix The Cat.

If Fitzroy was a shoe it would be: Dr Martens boots, and black boots that go over a pair of skinny blue jeans.



Parking: Can be a challenge. Avoid parking on Brunswick Street like the plague. Best to try the back streets.

Transport: Within walking distance from the city. Otherwise tram route 112 takes you through popular Brunswick Street. Tram route 96 takes you to glimpses of this area.



Direction: North

Distance from the CBD: 2km



Nearby areas: Collingwood, North Fitzroy, Clifton Hill, Carlton and East Melbourne.

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