Things to do in Camberwell Content components Discover CamberwellVisit Camberwell – a vibrant destination in the City of Boroondara, just 10 km from Melbourne CBD. Camberwell Junction is the heart of the area, filled with bustling shops and eateries and host to the famous Camberwell Sunday Market and Camberwell Fresh Food Market. Explore cafes, restaurants, small shopping strips and charming heritage architecture in Camberwell's leafy streets. Spend time in Camberwell's beautiful parks and gardens, which are cared for year-round and include playgrounds, sports facilities and spaces for hire. Markets and shopping in Camberwell Find gifts, preloved clothes, handmade crafts, terrific coffee and fresh produce in Camberwell's local shops and unique markets all year round. Camberwell Sunday market Unearth a treasure at Camberwell's iconic flea market with 370 stalls selling vintage clothes, second-hand books and music, antiques, bric-a-brac and collectibles. Camberwell Fresh Food Market Pick up fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and fish, cheeses, flowers, coffee and cakes. Camberwell Shopping Village Visit Camberwell Junction for major chain stores, unique retailers, supermarkets, boutique eateries, lively wine bars and a restored art deco cinema. Free things to do in Camberwell From free skate parks to basketball courts, public barbecues, playgrounds and street art – Camberwell has a range of free activities for you and your family and friends to enjoy in every season. Have a barbecue at Riversdale Park Enjoy a free public barbecue in Riversdale Park, with a picnic shelter and playground nearby. Take a picnic in Bowen Gardens Lay out a blanket in picturesque Bowen Gardens, where bright open spaces meet the shade of mature trees. Visit Camberwell Library Borrow a book, download a newspaper or stream films to your device with your Boroondara library card. Check out some street art Visit the eye-catching 'Snapshots' mural at the corner of Riversdale and Cooloongatta roads, Camberwell. Things to do with children in Camberwell Explore family-friendly events and activities coming up in Camberwell. Find an event Map of parks, gardens and playgrounds in CamberwellFind 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. Work and study in Camberwell Find workspaces in Camberwell to study, hold meetings and do research. Book a meeting room Book a meeting room with audiovisual equipment, Wi-fi and kitchen facilities at Camberwell Library. Book a computer Browse the internet and use Microsoft programs like Word, Excel and PowerPoint for free at Camberwell Library. Book a study room Small groups can book a study room at Camberwell Library. Use your library membership to get free Wi-fi and access online resources for homework, study and learning. Book a garden wedding in Camberwell Bowen Gardens and Read Gardens in Camberwell are picturesque settings for small weddings and other celebrations. Find out more How to get to Camberwell By public transport Camberwell Junction is well served by public transport with 3 train lines, 3 tram routes and 2 bus routes.Plan your journey to Camberwell using the free Public Transport Victoria website or mobile app.TrainCamberwell Station is just 15 minutes from the city on the Belgrave, Lilydale and Blackburn lines. The station is on Burke Road and a few minutes walk to the Camberwell Sunday Market. TramNumber 70: Waterfront City Docklands to Wattle Park stops at Riversdale Road, CamberwellNumber 75: Vermont South to Central Pier Docklands stops at Toorak and Camberwell roads, CamberwellNumber 72: Melbourne University to Camberwell stops at Burke Road, CamberwellBusNumber 285: Doncaster to Camberwell Number 612: Box Hill Station to Chadstone Shopping Centre via Camberwell By car There are plenty of parking spaces in Camberwell. Free public parking is available at the Camberwell Shopping Centre and for 15-minute, 1-hour, 2-hour, 3-hour and 4-hour periods on local streets. Ticketed parking is available on the main streets. Find a car park in Camberwell By bike You can ride to and around Camberwell using shared on- and off-road paths. Find bike paths in CamberwellBike parking hoops are located at shopping centres, train stations, parks, playgrounds and Camberwell Library. There are self-serve bike repair stations outside Camberwell Library and Hartwell Station in Camberwell. Each station has a bike pump and tools like wrenches, screwdrivers, Allen keys and tyre levers for minor bike maintenance. Find bike repair stations in Camberwell Read more about Things to do in Camberwell Short description Off On this page - anchors Off Banner Type Banner Hero Image Show featured images? Off Exclude from search No
Lynden Park east oval Read more about Lynden Park east oval Lynden Park east oval is suitable for AFL, cricket, outdoor fitness training and general sports. It features:a synthetic cricket pitchcricket nets with 3 lanes.The east oval perimeter is 327 m. It is the smaller of the 2 ovals in the park.
Cooper Reserve sportsground Read more about Cooper Reserve sportsground Cooper Reserve sportsground is suitable for AFL and cricket. A grass hill and large trees surround much of the oval, offering great viewing options and ample shade.It features: a synthetic pitch during cricket seasonAFL goal posts (winter-season only).The sportsground perimeter is 418 m.Bookings require a minimum notice of 5 full business days.
508–510 Burke Road Camberwell - Heritage Assessment Content components About the citationCouncil engaged GML Heritage consultants to prepare a heritage citation for the property at 508-510 Burke Road in Camberwell.The draft heritage citation is now completed and identifies that the property is of local and individual heritage significance. The property is recommended for inclusion in the Heritage Overlay under the Boroondara Planning Scheme.Implementation completed Amendment C405boro which proposes to apply a permanent Heritage Overlay (HO992) to Barrabool, 508-510 Burke Road, Camberwell was gazetted into the Boroondara Planning Scheme on 15 August 2025.You can follow this amendment, learn more and find updates on the project page at : Proposed Heritage Overlay - 508-510 Burke Road, Camberwell | Your Say Boroondara (Logged in)You can access a copy of the meeting minutes and UPDC report as presented at the 4 March 2024 UPDC meeting, at our Council and committee meetings page.You can also watch livestreamed meetings as they take place in real time or catch up on recordings at your convenience on the City of Boroondara YouTube channel.More informationFor more information, contact Rachel Brien, Strategic Planner:phone: (03) 9278 4791email: [email protected] Downloads Heritage Overlay Factsheet 2.37 MB [PDF] 25 August 2025 Read more about 508–510 Burke Road Camberwell - Heritage Assessment Short description Off On this page - anchors Off Show featured images? Off
Cooper Reserve - park area Read more about Cooper Reserve - park area Cooper Reserve is suitable for medium-sized social events such as picnics and celebrations.It features a fully-fenced playground and lush open spaces which overlook the sportsground.You can book a grass area in the reserve for your exclusive use.You can apply to bring:up to 20 chairs and 2 tablesa marquee or arbour covering up to 20 square metres.Notice period: at least 10 business days
Lynden Park - park area Read more about Lynden Park - park area Lynden Park is suitable for large social gatherings and celebrations.Lush open spaces and tall trees provide plenty of shade to go with the fantastic atmosphere.For more information about the venue, visit our Lynden Park page.
Camberwell Library meeting room 2 Read more about Camberwell Library meeting room 2 Room facilities4 tables14 chairsDigital television monitorNoticeboardKitchenette with mugs, boiling and chilled waterWhiteboardWi-Fi (library membership required).You must bring your own:
Camberwell Library meeting room 1 Read more about Camberwell Library meeting room 1 Room facilities10 tables50 chairs2 kitchenettes, each with fridge, dishwasher, boiling and chilled water, mugs, plates, glasses and teaspoonsCeiling speakersData projectorDigital televisionLecternNoticeboardPortable whiteboard (on request)Whiteboard (fixed)Wi-Fi (library membership required)You must bring your own:
Read Gardens – garden area Read more about Read Gardens – garden area Read Gardens is a lovely spot for small weddings, picnics, social gatherings and other celebrations.
Highfield Park south oval Read more about Highfield Park south oval We’re upgrading the facilities at Highfield Park. This will impact access to the toilets and the pavilion. See the Highfield Park pavilion redevelopment page for more information.
