Top Things to do in Port Phillip
What to do and see in Port Phillip, Victoria: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Port Phillip, Australia including Albert Park, St Kilda Botanical Gardens, St Kilda Pier, Catani Gardens, St Kilda Pier, St Vincent Gardens, Albert Park Lake, Veg Out Community Gardens St Kilda, Greenmeadows Gardens, Elwood Park.
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1. Albert Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 398 reviews
Jog, cycle or walk with your dog around Albert Park Lake. When you stop to catch your breath, take a moment to enjoy the magnificent views of the city skyline. With both off and on-lead areas, come and enjoy Albert Park with your four-legged pooch. Nine picturesque picnic areas dotted around Albert Park Lake are perfect for an outing with family and friends. Albert Park is home to a plethora of events, from fun runs to cycling events, pet-friendly meetups and the iconic Australian Grand Prix. Swim, dive or try out the indoor sports facilities and fitness gym at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre. Sign up for some sailing or rowing lessons, hire a boat or if you are a seasoned sailor or rower, join in on the weekly races and meets.
Reviewed By K130HOanthonyc - Port Phillip, Australia
Great place to walk the family around a lovely lake. Gets a bit windy at times but generally worth being out and about on a nice day. See ducks, geese and swans whilst walking the dog.
2. St Kilda Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 285 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
The St Kilda Botanic Gardens were staked out in the 1800s and formally establised in 1859, when a boundary fence was erected around the gardens. The gardens are a feature of St Kilda that is loved by residens ad visiors alike. The flowers are attractive, particularly in spring. The mature trees provide a home for wildlife such as the Flying Foxes (bats) and the rare Powerful Owl. Many native birds can he found im the gardens. The gardesn have a playground. Dogs (on leash) are welcome. Bicycles are not allowed. The gardens, which have restrooms, are open seven days a week, sunrise to sunset.
3. St Kilda Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 622 reviews
Reviewed By 680hazela
Visited on a Sunday so there was a waterfront market and the bonus of a Triathlon. Lovely place to visit and the extra of seeing for free the fairy penguins at the end of the pier, Lovely clean area easily accessed by tram from Melbourne, sea breezes and good cafes on Acland Road.
4. Catani Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By S4nnyBunny
Underrated and sometimes forgotten when visiting St.Kilda beach, but worth coming if you’re nearby if you want some quiet space. As you can see it’s pretty well lit up during night. Plenty of benches, there’s a public toilet, some drinking fountain, a lovely rotunda in the middle and its very well maintained. Nice place to chill or have a picnic.
5. St Kilda Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 558 reviews
St Kilda Pier is a Melbourne landmark and has traditionally been one of Melbourne's most popular tourist attractions. Providing panoramic views of the Melbourne skyline and Port Phillip Bay, the pier is a popular destination for strolling, cycling, in-line skating and fishing. St Kilda's Little Penguin colony is well-known for making the breakwater its home, and is a popular tourist attraction. You can view the Little Penguins from the viewing platform at St Kilda Pier or by charter boat. St Kilda Pier has safe wheelchair access, lighting, handrails, drinking fountains, toilets, barbeques and a picnic and playground area. Only 5km from Melbourne CBD, St Kilda is well serviced by public transport. Take the tram from the heart of the city. Alternatively, car parking is available in the vicinity of the foreshore.
Reviewed By MimiFlorence23 - Melbourne, Australia
I seriously don't bother going to Phillip Island anymore the fairy penguins are right here! It can depend on the night as to how many there are but we have been lucky on most occasions that we have been. There is also a great view of the city from the pier, a great photo opportunity beckons.
6. St Vincent Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By platypus150 - Melbourne, Australia
The setting is beautiful, surrounded by Victorian era mansions. Within the park there are tall trees, flower gardens, and people enjoying the lawns, the sunshine, and being outside. The #1 tram goes right through this Park.
7. Albert Park Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Albert Park Lake is in Melbourne's inner city. It's a bit unusual to have a recreational lake some 3 km (2 miles) from the centre of a major city with a population of 5 million.; Albert Park Lake isa popular place for walking. Visitors will often see boats sailing and people canoeing and kayaking. Fishing is also popular, as is bird-watching. Inteernational viewers will see the Albert Park Lake as the backdrop to the F1 Australian Grand Prix. The street track does a circuit of the lake.
8. Veg Out Community Gardens St Kilda
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By creativecrew - Allentown, United States
We happened to visit St Kilda on a quiet Sunday afternoon and strolled into this beautiful community garden when families were gathering on the lawn and picnicking. Soon we realized they were preparing for a concert. We bought a glass of wine from the organizers and nestled into a delightful few hours of people-watching and entertainment that felt like a very authentic way to experience an evening with locals.
9. Greenmeadows Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
