Collins Street, Commercial thoroughfare in central Melbourne, Australia
Collins Street runs 1,600 meters through Melbourne's business district, connecting Docklands to Spring Street. The road displays a mix of heritage buildings, international retail chains, and modern corporate offices.
The street was planned in 1837 as part of the Hoddle Grid survey and developed into Melbourne's financial center during the 1800s. Major banks built their headquarters there, shaping the city's financial landscape.
The eastern section became known as 'Paris End' from the 1950s onward, when footpath cafes and European-style boutiques first appeared in Melbourne. This character still defines the area today.
The street is easily walkable from Federation Square or accessible via the free City Circle tram service. Starting your walk from the square gives the clearest route through the business district.
Victorian buildings stand side by side with modern skyscrapers, creating an unexpected contrast along the road. Walking this stretch reveals how different eras of the city coexist in one place.
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