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Discover Collingwood’s best cocktail bars on this lively crawl! Explore three awesome venues — The Yarra Hotel, Hotel Collingwood, and Gum — each offering craft cocktails, tasty bites, and vibrant atmospheres. Enjoy live music, tasty burgers and seafood, plus outdoor leafy beer gardens in this buzzing, historic neighbourhood built in 1855. Perfect for a relaxed night out full of good drinks, great company, and a touch of old-world charm!
Last updated: July 2025
Dive headfirst into Collingwood’s dynamic cocktail scene with a crawl that pulses with energy and eclectic style. Kick off your evening at a storied venue where 19th-century charm collides with lively tunes and hearty eats, setting a spirited foundation. Then, shift gears to a vibrant pub where Italian flavors and craft cocktails ignite the senses amid sun-dappled outdoor seating. Finally, cap the night at a retro-infused haven where native Australian ingredients take center stage, wrapped in funky 70s flair and intimate vibes. This crawl is a curated social adventure through Collingwood’s most exciting and flavorful drinking destinations.
Launching the crawl, The Yarra Hotel blends historic grandeur with modern buzz, offering a vibrant backdrop of live music and robust pub fare that energizes the night ahead.
The next stop is a short, lively stroll along Johnston Street into the heart of Collingwood’s bustling Smith Street strip, perfectly warming up the group for the next flavor-packed venue.
Here, the atmosphere shifts to spirited conviviality with Italian-inspired dishes and innovative cocktails, complemented by sunlit outdoor seating that invites animated conversations and shared adventures.
The next stop is a quick, vibrant walk back towards Johnston Street, moving deeper into Collingwood’s eclectic mix of retro and modern scenes that set the stage for the crawl’s stylish finale.
Closing the night, Gum offers a funky 70s vibe enriched with native Australian ingredients and crafted cocktails, providing an unforgettable, immersive finale that keeps the energy alive until last call.
The next stop is the conclusion of the crawl, with the venue’s cozy beer garden inviting lingering conversations and final rounds in an intimate, adventurous setting.
Collingwood’s cocktail crawl is more than a bar hop—it’s a journey through time, taste, and style infused with social energy at every turn. Whether you’re savoring historic charm, Italian zest, or retro flair, this adventure promises unforgettable connections and cocktails. Gather your crew, map your route, and let the spirited discoveries begin!
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