Hampton, a beach-side suburb located 15 kilometers south of Melbourne on Port Phillip, offers a variety of attractions and activities for visitors. One of the major attractions is the strip of shops along Hampton Street, featuring restaurants, bistros, clothing stores, antiques shops, and personal services. The area also boasts a wide stretch of sandy beach with safe swimming, several groynes, and a foreshore reserve equipped with BBQ and picnic facilities, grassy strips, palm trees, and a walking and bicycle path. Additionally, the southern end of the beach provides panoramic coastal views from the cliffs overlooking the bay, particularly southwards to Picnic Point in Sandringham with its boat harbor and pier.
For those interested in outdoor activities, Hampton offers beaches, boating, fishing, and jet skiing. The area is also home to historic churches, entertainment venues, golf and tennis facilities, and museums. Notable attractions to visit in Hampton include Thomas Street Reserve, Hampton Beach, Wishart Reserve, Castlefield Reserve Playground, and Myrtle Road Playground. These attractions cater to a range of interests, from nature lovers to families seeking recreational spaces.