beachday
Melbourne (3186)
Patrol
Type
Melbourne Beaches
About the Region
Melbourne's bay beaches along Port Phillip offer calm waters and sunset views within easy reach of the city. Find 2 beaches across 2 suburbs.
What Makes It Special
- •Bay Trail connecting St Kilda to Brighton, Sandringham, and beyond - 35km of foreshore cycling and walking path
- •Little penguin colony at St Kilda breakwater - a free nightly wildlife encounter you can walk to from the tram stop
- •Sunset over Port Phillip Bay facing west - the calm water mirrors golden light with the city skyline behind you
Best Time to Visit
December to March for warmest bay swimming. Melbourne weather is famously unpredictable but the bay is sheltered - no rips, no big surf. The Bay Trail is great year-round on dry days. Avoid summer public holidays when every boat and jet ski in Victoria descends.
What's On
St Kilda Esplanade Market
Every Sunday · Next: Sunday 24 May 2026
Long-running weekly outdoor market showcasing high-quality Australian arts, crafts, handmade jewellery and food stalls directly on the St Kilda Esplanade overlooking the beach.
www.stkildafestival.com.au