Neighbourhood · Fitzroy, Melbourne

Gertrude Street

Gertrude Street
Photo: Canley, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

It runs east to west through the suburb of Fitzroy. Independent retailers and eateries line both sides. Murals cover several building walls.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 2 of Melbourne Coffee & Culture

Visiting Gertrude Street: what to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
1 to 3 hours
Best time
Late afternoon to evening
Getting there
Tram 86 from the city centre

Melbourne itineraries with Gertrude Street

Day 2 of Melbourne Coffee & Culture

Markets and museums

How Gertrude Street fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Queen Victoria MarketCBD
  2. 12:00State Library VictoriaCBD
  3. 14:00Melbourne MuseumCarlton
  4. 16:00Royal Exhibition BuildingCarlton
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Gertrude Street FAQs

What is Gertrude Street known for?

It is known for independent cafes, bars and retail stores.

Is Gertrude Street safe at night?

The street has steady foot traffic in the evenings.

How long is Gertrude Street?

It stretches about one kilometre between Nicholson and Smith streets.

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