Little Malop Street
Follow the hum of music, the clink of glasses, and the glow of string lights — they’ll lead you to Little Malop Street, the adventurous heart of Geelong’s city centre. What was once a quiet backstreet is now a lively laneway packed with energy, creativity, and flavour. It’s the kind of place that invites you to wander, discover, and stay a little longer than planned.
A Taste of the Unexpected
Every few steps down Little Malop Street brings a new discovery. The air fills with the scent of coffee, charcoal, and spice. Tables spill out onto the pavement, conversations drift between bars, and there’s a feeling that something’s always happening here.
Start your day with brunch beneath the leafy canopy at The Arborist, then slip into the rhythm of the street — one full of Greek feasts, Italian kitchens, and Japanese ramen joints. From hearty comfort food to fine dining, this laneway captures Geelong’s growing love affair with flavour and creativity.
Nights That Come Alive
As the sun dips, Little Malop Street transforms. Fairy lights flicker on, doors swing open, and the laneway hums with life. It’s here that Geelong’s nightlife takes centre stage — a compact, colourful world of cocktail bars, speakeasies, and live music venues.
Sip a prohibition-style drink at The 18th Amendment Bar, discover a moody hideaway at Non Disclosure Bar, or join locals at Beav’s Bar, where mismatched couches, craft beers, and indie beats set the mood. Then wander a few steps further to Piano Bar, where the night turns into a sing-along of laughter, music, and spontaneous joy.
A Creative Heartbeat
Between the bites and beats, Little Malop Street’s creative pulse never stops. Murals splash across old brick walls, boutique shops glow behind heritage façades, and every corner has a story to tell. It’s a laneway that invites you to look closer — to see the small details that make a city feel alive.
Plan Your Adventure
You’ll find Little Malop Street between Moorabool and Gheringhap Streets, right in the heart of Geelong. It’s walkable, atmospheric, and endlessly explorable. Come by day for coffee and curiosity; stay by night for cocktails, music, and magic.
Geelong has many stories — but this is the one that never sleeps.
