About the Precinct

Few suburbs of Melbourne are more unique than Footscray. Take a stroll through its bustling streets and narrow laneways and uncover hidden bars, chic apartments, microbreweries, quirky shops and creative hubs.

The soul of the suburb is Footscray Market, directly opposite the railway station, which is the place to go for fresh food. The heritage building is filled to the brim with the freshest fruits and vegetables as well as meats, seafood and unique finds including lotus flowers and cassava root. Footscray Market's bustling traders provide a one-of-a-kind shopping destination which also happens to be easy on the hip pocket.

The main streets of Footscray have a vibrant and warm feel with many multi-generation, family-owned businesses. You will find fascinating shops including SM Cosmetics and Fathia's Bazaar selling traditional African clothing, perfume and hair products, as well as the Chanh Hung and Tan Dai grocery shops which are packed with delightful Chinese and Vietnamese imports such as herbs and spices, beautiful tea pots and homewares. And bargain hunters will rejoice in the biggest Savers this side of the CBD!

Continue walking on towards the Maribyrnong River and you'll find Footscray Community Arts where there's always something happening in one of the many theatres, galleries and workshop spaces.

For more information about shopping in Footscray, head to the official Footscray Traders website.