About St Kilda
St Kilda with its safe sandy beaches is situated on one of the most picturesque points of Port Philip Bay. Just a short distance from the city, it is one of the most popular and vibrant areas of Melbourne. St Kilda is enjoying a resurgence and is one of the main tourist destinations renowned for its, beaches, music venues, restaurants and cafe lifestyle.
St Kilda beach at sunset.
Places to visit in St Kilda include:
Acland St Cafés, St Kilda.
- Acland Street: a famous Melbourne Food (particularly cake) Precinct. It is a popular place for backpackers because of the busy cafes and close proximity to St Kilda's beaches.
- Upper Esplanade: home of the landmark Esplanade Hotel (legendary venue for music gigs). On Sundays the ever-popular craft market lines the street.
- Lower Esplanade: directly opposite the beach and beachside restaurants, it is home to Luna Park, the Palais Theatre and the St Kilda Sea Baths.
- Luna Park: historic amusement park and one of the best-known St Kilda landmarks.
