Diverse, creative and with history and heart, Brunswick has achieved the improbable feat of transforming itself while keeping its raw edges and authenticity intact. The adored enclave has grown from its working roots into a melting pot of cultures, cuisine and colourful, art-strewn streetscapes. Popping up amongst its industrial strips are architect-designed residences, art studios, original retail and eateries from Melbourne’s hospitality royalty; all compiled into one enigmatic precinct that continues to refine itself into one of the inner-city’s most sought after locales. This is where appreciating original, living sustainably and belonging to your community are the fundamentals of local life.
Diverse, creative and with history and heart, Brunswick has grown from its working roots into a melting pot of cultures, cuisine and colourful, art-strewn streetscapes. Amongst its industrial strips are architect designed residences, art studios, original retail and eateries, all compiled into an enigmatic precinct that is one of the inner-city’s most sought after locales.
Brunswick tempts you outside with leafy streets and dozens of parks and reserves to exercise, relax and enjoy the outdoors. For cycling, running and strolling the precinct, Upfield Shared Path runs through the heart of the inner-north while the Capital City Trail winds its way through 29km of Melbourne’s most picturesque parks and riverside trails. Only 6km from the CBD, commutes are short with easy connectivity via trams and trains into the city.
Great coffee is easy to find in this caffeine obsessed pocket of urban Melbourne. Casual about the settings but serious about coffee and eats, the settings and menus are inventive and locally sourced. Local delicatessens, green grocers and specialty food stores bring authentic and local ingredients to the table.
A community appreciative of sustainable and ethical production, Brunswick is a magnet for artists and artisans. Reclaimed warehouses that speak of a working history are now home to creative studios, art galleries and workshops for furniture makers, ceramicists and advocates of original design. Vintage threads feature along Brunswick’s iconic shopping strips, sharing space with international brands, op shops and emerging fashion designers.
Brunswick is the best bar none for late night drinks. Well known for its live gigs that draw crowds from around Melbourne, poetry, comedy and open mic nights are also in the line-up that segues from bandrooms to sultry bars and fairy lit gardens. From morning to night, a sustainable mix of sleek new restaurants, gastro pubs, beer gardens and hole-in-the-wall eateries satisfy a local appetite. There’s a place for a pint and parma, steaming pho or a degustation menu.
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