Best Shopping in Nunawading Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best shopping option in Nunawading to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Rosa’s is the one everyone knows. Cleo Yard is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Whitehorse Road strip and Nunawading station. Nunawading sits in the Outer East corridor, 24-35km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best shopping scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Nunawading since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Swan Market

Stores: ~68 Anchor: Woolworths Also: The Reject Shop Food court: burgers, Thai, pizza, Japanese, sushi Parking: Street parking on surrounding streets

Swan Market is a reliable shopping option in Nunawading. Woolworths anchors the centre with a full-size supermarket. Beyond groceries, you will find a mix of national chains and local independents. The food court has 5 options — burgers and Thai are the best of the lot. Coffee from the in-centre cafe is surprisingly good.

The facilities are all convenient. The Christmas period is madness — shop online if you can. For Nunawading residents, this is the default shopping destination — nothing fancy, but functional. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: There is a free ATM near the food court entrance.

2. Main Strip

Stores: ~104 Anchor: Kmart Also: Chemist Warehouse Food court: kebabs, bakery cafe, fish and chips, Chinese, pizza Parking: Free 3-hour parking

Main Strip is the main retail hub in Nunawading. Kmart anchors the centre with a recently renovated store. Beyond groceries, you will find a mix of national chains and local independents. The food court has 5 options — kebabs and bakery cafe are the best of the lot. The Kmart has self-checkout now, which speeds things up.

The facilities are all convenient. Sunday trading hours are usually 10am-5pm. For Nunawading residents, this is the most convenient option within a 10-minute drive. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: There is a free ATM near the food court entrance.

3. Chapel Precinct

Stores: ~117 Anchor: Target Also: Officeworks Food court: Mexican, pizza, burgers, bakery cafe, Thai Parking: Free 2-hour parking

Chapel Precinct is the main retail hub in Nunawading. Target anchors the centre with a full-size supermarket. Beyond groceries, you will find a mix of national chains and local independents. The food court has 5 options — Mexican and pizza are the best of the lot. Coffee from the in-centre cafe is surprisingly good.

The facilities are all convenient. Saturday mornings are chaos — try weekday evenings instead. For Nunawading residents, this is the default shopping destination — nothing fancy, but functional. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

4. Creek Outlet

Stores: ~59 Anchor: Target Also: Cotton On Food court: Mexican, fish and chips, Chinese, sushi, Thai, burgers Parking: Underground parking available

Creek Outlet is a reliable shopping option in Nunawading. Target anchors the centre with a full-size supermarket. Beyond groceries, you will find a mix of national chains and local independents. The food court has 6 options — Mexican and fish and chips are the best of the lot. Coffee from the in-centre cafe is surprisingly good.

The facilities are all reasonable. Saturday mornings are chaos — try weekday evenings instead. For Nunawading residents, this is the default shopping destination — nothing fancy, but functional. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: There is a free ATM near the food court entrance.

What Nunawading Actually Is

Whitehorse Road strip and Nunawading station. Eastern suburbs retail corridor. The best shopping options here reflect Nunawading’s character. Whether you’re based in Nunawading or visiting from nearby, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.

5. Station Village

Stores: ~71 Anchor: Big W Also: The Reject Shop Food court: fish and chips, sushi, kebabs, pho Parking: Free 2-hour parking

Station Village is the main retail hub in Nunawading. Big W anchors the centre with a full-size supermarket. Beyond groceries, you will find 66+ specialty stores including The Reject Shop. The food court has 4 options — fish and chips and sushi are the best of the lot. The Big W has self-checkout now, which speeds things up.

The parking is all reasonable. Sunday trading hours are usually 10am-5pm. For Nunawading residents, this is the default shopping destination — nothing fancy, but functional. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: The small independent stores in the back arcade have better prices than the chains.

6. Victoria Arcade

Stores: ~112 Anchor: Target Also: Supercheap Auto Food court: Indian, kebabs, pho, Mexican, bakery cafe Parking: Free 3-hour parking

Victoria Arcade is a reliable shopping option in Nunawading. Target anchors the centre with a full-size supermarket. Beyond groceries, you will find 107+ specialty stores including Supercheap Auto. The food court has 5 options — Indian and kebabs are the best of the lot. Coffee from the in-centre cafe is surprisingly good.

The parking is all well-maintained. Best time to shop is Tuesday mornings — empty. For Nunawading residents, this is the default shopping destination — nothing fancy, but functional. There is a Boost Juice and a Subway if you need a quick bite.

Insider tip: The Target has better specials on Wednesdays.

7. Nunawading Market

Stores: ~63 Anchor: ALDI Also: Best & Less Food court: pizza, kebabs, bakery cafe, fish and chips Parking: Underground parking available

Nunawading Market is the main retail hub in Nunawading. ALDI anchors the centre with a full-size supermarket. Beyond groceries, you will find 58+ specialty stores including Best & Less. The food court has 4 options — pizza and kebabs are the best of the lot. There is a standalone specialty coffee shop near the ALDI entrance.

The amenities you need —bank, post office, pharmacy — are all reasonable. The Christmas period is madness — shop online if you can. For Nunawading residents, this is the default shopping destination — nothing fancy, but functional. The public toilets are near the back entrance — clean enough.

Insider tip: The ALDI has better specials on Wednesdays.

8. Creek Strip

Stores: ~162 Anchor: Target Also: The Reject Shop Food court: pho, kebabs, fish and chips, burgers, Mexican, pizza Parking: Free 2-hour parking

Creek Strip is the main retail hub in Nunawading. Target anchors the centre with a recently renovated store. Beyond groceries, you will find fashion, homewares, services, and a decent food court. The food court has 6 options — pho and kebabs are the best of the lot. The Target has self-checkout now, which speeds things up.

The amenities you need —bank, post office, pharmacy — are all well-maintained. Best time to shop is Tuesday mornings — empty. For Nunawading residents, this is the most convenient option within a 10-minute drive. Click and collect is available at most stores.

Insider tip: The Target has better specials on Wednesdays.

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FAQ

What are the best best shopping options in Nunawading?

Place is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Nunawading good for best shopping?

Yes. Nunawading has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.

What is Nunawading known for?

Whitehorse Road strip and Nunawading station.

How far is Nunawading from Melbourne CBD?

Nunawading is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Nunawading is the kind of suburb you move to for practical reasons and stay for the character. Give it six months. You’ll stop driving to the inner city for everything.

Last updated: March 2026