Sightseeing
Red Bluff
Great to explore the natural beauty of Bayside, Melbourne.
Great photo opportunities but not the best beach for swimming. Try visiting really early in the day to beat the tourists! Sunset is also a lovely time to be here.
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I-Brighton Bathing Boxes
EsplanadeGreat photo opportunities but not the best beach for swimming. Try visiting really early in the day to beat the tourists! Sunset is also a lovely time to be here.
If you like greenery and gardens this place is great. Check their website out.
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Rippon Lea Estate
192 Hotham StIf you like greenery and gardens this place is great. Check their website out.
Great place for a day at the beach or an early morning walk.
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Sandringham Beach
Great place for a day at the beach or an early morning walk.
Sandy Beach HQ
36 Jetty RdAs well as the cafe, hire SUP boards, kayaks and get lessons here as well.
A fun day trip to travel to Sorrento (90 min drive), then catch the ferry to Queenscliff and enjoy the cafes and old world charm.
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Searoad Ferries
1 Wharf St EA fun day trip to travel to Sorrento (90 min drive), then catch the ferry to Queenscliff and enjoy the cafes and old world charm.
Try being the skipper of your own boat on the Yarra. Catch the train to Flinders st from Hampton Train Station
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GoBoat Melbourne
2 Banana AlleyTry being the skipper of your own boat on the Yarra. Catch the train to Flinders st from Hampton Train Station
Kids
Thomas Street Recreation Reserve Playground
47 Thomas StreetPerfect for kids aged 2-10
BOUNCEinc Keysborough
If the weather is average kids will have a ball here!
If the weather is average kids will have a ball here. Pre-book on the website and also book caving!
UpUnlimited Moorabbin
444 Warrigal RdIf the weather is average kids will have a ball here. Pre-book on the website and also book caving!
SuperZu Playcentre and Cafe
For kids under 10 this place is heaven!
Half Moon Bay
Great swimming beach with toilets and cafe nearby.
Great playground for kids and off leash dog area. Park near Dacey St/Bournville Ave for the playground.
Dendy Park
Dendy StreetGreat playground for kids and off leash dog area. Park near Dacey St/Bournville Ave for the playground.
I-Booran Reserve Playground
1051 Glen Huntly RdOne of the best playgrounds in Melbourne for mid-older kids.
Best local eats
One of the best places for brunch and coffee. Only a few steps to the beach so enjoy a walk before or after.
Merrymen
One of the best places for brunch and coffee. Only a few steps to the beach so enjoy a walk before or after.
Baia Di Vino
1 Melrose StHands down the best food in Bayside. Be sure to book. You can also take the kids.
Best family venue for lunch or dinner. Deck has a great view to the bay.
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Sandringham Hotel
118 Beach RdBest family venue for lunch or dinner. Deck has a great view to the bay.
Arugula Cafe
Exceptional coffee.
Bayside Farmers Market
See their site for Christmas and January market dates.
La Svolta Pizzeria
450 Hampton StBest pizza. Dine in or takeaway.
Roti Boti Indian Restaurant
513 Hampton StGreat Indian. Eat in or takeaway.
Grill'd Hampton
Great burgers.
Best bar for date night - leave the kids with a babysitter for this one!
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Hampton Wine Co
444 Hampton StBest bar for date night - leave the kids with a babysitter for this one!
Entertainment
Palace Dendy Brighton
26 Church StGreat, boutique cinema experience.
From 10am-Midnight, the foyer of crown casino is transformed into a Christmas wonderland light and sound show every 30 mins. Fun for the kids.
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Crown Melbourne
8 Whiteman StFrom 10am-Midnight, the foyer of crown casino is transformed into a Christmas wonderland light and sound show every 30 mins. Fun for the kids.
X-Golf Mentone
One for the golfing fans!
General Public Dingley
Whole family fun with arcade, ten pin bowling, bar and food.
Stomping Ground Brewery & Beer Hall - Morris Moor
Great beer hall with kids menus.
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Ukuhamba-hamba
Train
The Hampton train station is a 3 minute drive and has all day parking. Use it as a base to get into the city. You can buy Myki cards for the whole family at Hampton Station (use the machine).
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Babysitters
Apply to get onto the F-book Group called "Bayside Community Hub Babysitters, Nannies and Au Pairs", very reputable way to find recommended sitters in the local area.