Gertrude Street is one of Melbourne’s coolest streets, staked with heaps of amazing restaurants, cafe, bars, galleries, and stores. This high quality of establishments means shopping and food is more expensive than other parts of the city, however Dirty Gerty is too good to miss!

The Yalinguth app takes you on a First Nations audio tour through good old Fitzroy. Yalinguth is the Woiwurrung word for “yesterday”. The stories on this app educate on the significance of these streets to the First Nations people. Start on Gertrude Street and wander up to the Carlton Gardens, where you will learn about the First Nations people who stood up to the first Parliament of Australia. Download app | Website | Google Map to Fitzroy

The Carlton Gardens is a perfect spot for a picnic because of its rolling green grass, BBQs, playgrounds, fountains, ponds, skate spots, basketball/tennis courts and it’s unparalleled architecture within the city. In the middle of the gardens is the Royal Exhibition Building, inspired by the duomo in Florence, Italy, juxtaposed with the post-modernist design of the Melbourne Museum, which boasts the world’s largest IMAX Theatre screen. The Royal Exhibition Building was built for the 1880 World Expo and then in 1889, the Expo helped to build the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Be sure to check the weather first because if it’s sunny you could easily spend half a day in the gardens and if it’s not you could see something at IMAX or Melbourne Museum | Carlton St, Carlton

Tamura Sake, Records & Jazzy Kitchen offers an authentic Japanese izakaya dining experience right here in Fitzroy. All the food is house-made and there is a set menu that focuses on using whole chicken which produces less waste. The bar has sourced original sake, beer, and the best music selections from their impressive range of rare Japanese vinyl. Big tip: Try some Yuzushu! Website | Instagram | 43 Gertrude St, Fitzroy

The Standard Store does break the Do-Something? low budget rule but this clothes store is closer to an art gallery. So, even if you can’t afford anything like us it’s still worth a look inside and you never know if there could be a sale or you might be able to get some sparkly socks or something. Website | Instagram | 159 Gertrude St, Fitzroy

Handsom is a timeless brand that was founded in late 2009 by British couple Henry Allum and Sam Rush. Combining the two designers' backgrounds in fashion and product design, each collection balances contemporary design, with considered functionality, and a focus on the everyday. Website | Instagram | 163 Gertrude St, Fitzroy

The Builders Arms has been standing since 1853 and has long been a meeting place for the people of Melbourne. The Art Deco design flows throughout the pub and creates a classy atmosphere. Then, you will be even more impressed after you try the food. They serve all your pub favourites and the drink selection is also on point with some great local wines and beer to choose from. Website | Instagram | Phone | 211 Gertrude St, Fitzroy

Vegetarian Street Style Mexican food that will leave you full but still wanting more. The tacos are the restaurant's specialty but there is nothing bad on this menu and the chip are always a good call at Trippy. Website | Instagram | 234 Gertrude St, Fitzroy

Northside Records is in Monocle top 100 retail stores worldwide and owner Chris Gill brings the funk every Thursday on his show The Get Down broadcasted at midday on Three Triple R Melbourne Community Radio Station. At Northside you will find the records Chris plays on his show and many many more. You can expect to walk out with a bag full of vinyl. Northside holds live regular in-store events and has its own record label that helps local musicians get their music on wax and into the world. Website | Instagram | 236 Gertrude St, Fitzroy

As the name suggests, Archie's All Day is the perfect place to stop at any time with a breakfast and lunch menu that is always available and a fully stocked bar that sends out some super tasty cocktails at any time of the day. Website | Instagram | 189 Gertrude St, Fitzroy