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Melbourne: North Melbourne to the CBD
Heartland Records' genre-separated hardcore, post-punk, goth, and metal, then two CBD shops: Rocksteady Records, in a heritage building with live music, and Wax Museum Records.
Walkable · 3 stops · about 1.2 miles. Every stop is close enough to walk. The whole route is about 3 miles or less, so you can leave the car behind. What do route types mean?
The 3 stops
1. Heartland Records
Genre-separated stock strong on hardcore, post-punk, goth, and metal.
Tip: Records are organized by genre rather than alphabetically — ask if you're not sure where to look.
420-422 Victoria St, North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM 2. Rocksteady Records
Heritage-building shop with live music and a strong sense of community.
Tip: Say hi to the staff — reviewers consistently mention the community feel as much as the records.
Mitchell House, Level 1, 358 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Hours
Monday 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 9:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday 12:00 - 5:00 PM 3. Wax Museum Records
Central shop with a solid general selection plus clothing and caps.
Tip: Staff are known for tailored recommendations — ask what they'd suggest for your taste.
250 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Hours
Monday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Tuesday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hours and details come from public listings and may have changed. Small shops often keep short or irregular hours, so check or call before a long trip. See something wrong? Use Still open? in the app and we will look into it.
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