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Discover Hawthorn

Visit Hawthorn, a buzzing destination in the City of Boroondara just 6 km from Melbourne CBD. 

Home to artisan shops and boutique eateries, art galleries and cultural hotspots, Hawthorn is best explored on foot. Drop a pin on bustling Glenferrie Road and branch out from there. 

Some of Melbourne's most charming parks and fun-filled playgrounds are in Hawthorn. Spend an easy afternoon wandering leafy back streets and enjoying the green spaces nestled within them.

Markets and shopping in Hawthorn

Come to Hawthorn for specialised retail, artisan markets and farm-fresh produce.

Hawthorn Makers Market

Check out local and artisan handmade goods alongside barista-made coffee and fresh pastries at Hawthorn's long-running Makers Market, held on the first Sunday of each month.

Glenferrie Road

Discover all the gems this one-stop shopping strip has to offer – from supermarkets to boutiques, beauty salons to bookstores, gourmet grocers to cafes, bars, restaurants and more.
Young hipster pulling coffee at a cafe

Boroondara Farmers Market

Everyone's welcome at the regular Farmers Market in Hawthorn East, selling fresh fruit and veg, seasonal organic produce, meat, baked goods, olives, honey, wine and beer from around Victoria.

Boroondara Arts Shop

Browse the Boroondara Arts Shop at Hawthorn Arts Centre and online for original gifts and limited edition pieces by local artists.

What's on for kids in Hawthorn

Explore family-friendly events and activities coming up in Hawthorn.
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An adult and 2 children cutting paper and colouring

Art and culture in Hawthorn

The magnificent Hawthorn Arts Centre – built in 1888, restored in 2013 – is a hub of cultural activity with exhibitions, workshops, live events and a gift shop.

Attend an event

See live music, film, dance and more at the majestic Hawthorn Arts Centre.
View from the balcony of the Main Hall at Hawthorn Arts Centre. Looking down on an audience and an orchestra.

See an exhibition

See a range of contemporary and innovative exhibitions displayed over 3 unique spaces at the Town Hall Gallery.

Take a free tour

Learn the fascinating history of Hawthorn Arts Centre and enrich your understanding of the art on display.
A group of people in a dimly lit gallery space looking at a projected video of fire in an empty paddock

Connect with your inner artist

Visit the Explore and Create space at Hawthorn Art Centre to take part in interactive, creative and enjoyable activities for all ages.
A young child with an adult, adding a piece of craft to a mural on a wall

Book your outdoor event in Central Gardens

Central Gardens in Hawthorn features inviting paths and is designed around garden 'rooms', which offer fantastic photo opportunities. You can book a grass area in the garden for your exclusive use.
Book Central Gardens garden area
Grass area with several large scattered trees. There is a hedge to the left, a house-shaped building to the right and a multi-storey building is in the distance.

Parks, playgrounds and gardens in Hawthorn

From lavish gardens to charming local parks and fun-filled playgrounds, you're spoiled for choice in Hawthorn.

Barbecue at Yarra Bank Reserve

Relax by the river with an undercover barbecue and seating area, toilets and playground.
a small playground in a bush setting

Light on a local gem

Creswick Reserve is a hidden local treasure with blooming flowers, access to parking and stunning city views.

Take off at Central Gardens

'Rocket Park' is home to the iconic (and recently restored) playground rocket beloved by generations of kids.
Playground with rocket-shaped climbing feature and slide, and small carousel and park bench. There are several trees in the playing area and the background.

Bring the family to Fairview Park

With open green spaces, plenty of natural shade and a fenced playground, Fairview Park ticks all the boxes for a family day out.
A jogger runs along a path in a park with trees on his left and a playing field to his right.

Exercise and outdoor recreation in Hawthorn

Hawthorn has some of Melbourne's premier outdoor leisure and recreation destinations – many are free to use, all are well-maintained.

Walk the dog off-leash at St James Park

With a great mix of shade and open space, St James Park is a favoured park to exercise your 4-legged friends.
A French Bulldog puppy stands in a park and pants

Ride laps at Hawthorn Velodrome

Hawthorn Velodrome is available for recreational use as well as being the training ground for Hawthorn Cycling Club.
A cyclist on the velodrome.

Bring a ball to Grace Park

Grace Park has basketball and squash half courts, a rebound wall and tennis courts.
A mural on a wall in a park showing two soccer players moving toward a goal in bright blue and red colours

Swim at Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre

With heated outdoor and indoor pools, Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre is suitable for all ages and abilities.

Practice your footwork at Junction Skate and BMX Park

Junction Skate and BMX Park has world-class spine bowls and street courses.

Carry the bat to Anderson Park

Anderson Park upper oval can be booked for cricket and its terraced steps and grass hill offer a perfect view of the action.
Oval-shaped grass field surrounded by two large grass and brick steps. There are trees and houses are in the distance and a footpath in the foreground.

Find parks, gardens and playgrounds in Hawthorn

Find parks, gardens and playgrounds near you to meet up with family and friends or get some exercise. If you'd like access to a public toilet, picnic shelter or barbecue, we've got you covered.

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Join Hawthorn Library

Boroondara Library Service has a local branch in Hawthorn and the largest collection of any public library in Victoria! Become a member and borrow books, stream films and download online newspapers for free with your library card.
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A path leading to Hawthorn Library

How to get to Hawthorn

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