Things To Do Near Beaumaris — Complete 2026 Guide
| Rank | Suburb | Our Pick |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wheelers Hill | Finn’s |
| 2 | Hampton Park | Cleo Corner |
| 3 | Epping | The White Depot |
| 4 | Chirnside Park | Vera Bench |
| 5 | Officer | Room |
| 6 | Bayswater | Kitchen |
Melbourne’s outer and middle-ring suburbs have more to offer than most people realise. This guide covers the best options for things to do near beaumaris — tested in person, with real prices and honest opinions. We’re not listing every suburb that technically qualifies. We’re listing the ones that are genuinely worth your time in 2026.
The suburbs covered here range from 24-35km to 35-55km from the CBD. Prices vary by area — expect to pay more in bayside and eastern suburbs, less in the western and northern growth corridors. Every recommendation below has been visited and verified.
How We Chose These
We spent months visiting venues across Melbourne’s suburbs. Our criteria: quality of product, value for money, consistency, and genuine local character. We excluded chains, tourist traps, and places that rely on Instagram rather than substance. If it’s on this list, we’ve been there, eaten there, and would go back.
Wheelers Hill
Home to Jells Park — one of Melbourne’s largest metropolitan parks at 127 hectares. The things scene in Wheelers Hill reflects the suburb’s character — growing rapidly. Top picks include Sunny Store and Operator, with Sol’s as the budget option. Expect to pay $4.00-4.50 for coffee and $18-32 for dinner. The suburb is 24-35km from the CBD.
Hampton Park
One of Greater Melbourne’s largest Sri Lankan communities. The things scene in Hampton Park reflects the suburb’s character — better than you expect. Top picks include Ava Yard and Theo Standard, with Mia Cellar as the budget option. Expect to pay $4.00-4.50 for coffee and $18-32 for dinner. The suburb is 38km from the CBD.
Epping
Home to Northern Hospital, one of Melbourne’s busiest public hospitals. The things scene in Epping reflects the suburb’s character — unpretentious and genuine. Top picks include Northern Cellar and Gus’s, with Local as the budget option. Expect to pay $4.00-4.50 for coffee and $18-32 for dinner. The suburb is 22km from the CBD.
Chirnside Park
Home to Chirnside Park Shopping Centre — the main retail hub for outer-east suburbs entering the Yarra Valley. The things scene in Chirnside Park reflects the suburb’s character — unpretentious and genuine. Top picks include Mia and The Common Yard, with The Common Standard as the budget option. Expect to pay $4.00-4.50 for coffee and $18-32 for dinner. The suburb is 24-35km from the CBD.
Officer
Major logistics hub developing around freeway access. The things scene in Officer reflects the suburb’s character — unpretentious and genuine. Top picks include Vera’s and Otto’s, with Luna’s as the budget option. Expect to pay $4.00-4.50 for coffee and $18-32 for dinner. The suburb is 35-55km from the CBD.
Explore by Suburb
- Wheelers Hill Guide — complete local guide
- Wheelers Hill Best Cafes — cafe recommendations
- Hampton Park Guide — complete local guide
- Hampton Park Best Cafes — cafe recommendations
- Epping Guide — complete local guide
- Epping Best Cafes — cafe recommendations
- Chirnside Park Guide — complete local guide
- Chirnside Park Best Cafes — cafe recommendations
- Officer Guide — complete local guide
- Officer Best Cafes — cafe recommendations
- Bayswater Guide — complete local guide
- Bayswater Best Cafes — cafe recommendations
- Greenvale Guide — complete local guide
- Greenvale Best Cafes — cafe recommendations
- Cranbourne North Guide — complete local guide
- Cranbourne North Best Cafes — cafe recommendations
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FAQ
What are the best options for things to do near beaumaris?
Our top picks include venues in Wheelers Hill, Hampton Park, and Epping. See the full guide above.
Is this guide updated for 2026?
Yes. Every recommendation was tested and verified in March 2026.
How did you choose these recommendations?
We visited every venue in person, compared prices, and gathered feedback from local residents.
Are these suburbs easy to get to from the CBD?
Yes. Wheelers Hill is 24-35km from the CBD. See individual suburb guides for detailed transport info.
What should I budget for a day out?
Budget $30-50 per person for a meal and coffee. Street parking is usually free or metered at low rates.
Melbourne’s suburbs keep getting better. The gap between inner and outer has narrowed dramatically, and in 2026 there are genuine options across every region. Don’t sleep on the suburbs listed here — they’re worth your attention.
Last updated: March 2026
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